Thrive in the Tech-Driven Future

Bien King | Let's Reinvent

Welcome to Thrive in the Tech-Driven Future — the podcast for innovators, leaders, and changemakers ready to navigate AI, automation, and the future of work. Hosted by Bien King, global programme leader and founder of Let’s Reinvent, each episode dives into bold ideas, real-world tools, and inspiring stories to help you lead with purpose, build future-ready skills, and create impact. Whether you're launching a startup or reinventing your career—this show helps you thrive, not just survive.

Episodes

  1. Ethical, Inclusive, and Responsible AI Use for Programme Leaders

    06/13/2025

    Ethical, Inclusive, and Responsible AI Use for Programme Leaders

    Ethical, Inclusive, and Responsible AI Use for Programme Management Powered by Let's Reinvent Presented by Bien King In Module 7, you’ll dive into the ethical, inclusive, and responsible use of AI in programme leadership. We’ll unpack the risks of AI bias and explore how to build ethical decision-making frameworks into your workflows. Through real-world case examples, you’ll learn how and why AI can fail—and what you can do to prevent harm and build trust. This module also includes a powerful reflection exercise where you’ll draft your own personal AI ethics manifesto, helping you lead with integrity, accountability, and impact in an AI-enabled world. -- 🚀 Course Outline 0:00 Lesson 7.1: Why Ethics in AI Leadership Matters - What Is Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI? - Why Ethics in AI Leadership Is Non-Negotiable - Quick Activity: Your Ethical Leadership Self-Check 5:12 Lesson 7.2: The 5 Core Principles of Ethical AI for Leaders - Why Principles Matter More Than Rules - The 5 Core Principles of Ethical AI Leadership - Quick Activity: Your Ethical AI Principles Scorecard 9:58 Lesson 7.3: Building Inclusive AI Systems and Teams - Why Inclusion Must Be Built, Not Assumed - The 4 Pillars of Building Inclusive AI Systems - How to Build Inclusive AI-Ready Teams - Quick Activity: Your Inclusive Leadership Starter Blueprint 15:21 Lesson 7.4: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in AI Decision Making - What Makes Ethical Dilemmas in AI So Complex? - The 5-Step Framework for Navigating AI Ethical Dilemmas - Examples of Common AI Ethical Dilemmas Leaders Face - Quick Activity: Your Ethical Dilemma Response Blueprint 21:15 Lesson 7.5: Becoming a Champion for Ethical, Inclusive Leadership - The Legacy You Choose to Lead - Your 5-Part Action Plan to Champion Ethical, Inclusive Leadership - Quick Activity: Craft Your Ethical Leadership Blueprint -- Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org -- Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started. Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.org www.linkedin.com/in/bienking www.instagram.com/bienking

    25 min
  2. Data-Driven Decision-Making for Programme Success

    06/13/2025

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Programme Success

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Programme SuccessPowered by Let's ReinventPresented by Bien KingIn Module 6, you'll discover why data is the ultimate secret weapon for effective programme management. We’ll cover how to set up simple yet powerful dashboards using tools like Klipfolio and Google Data Studio, even if you’re not a data expert. You’ll learn which KPIs and OKRs matter most—and how to track them to drive results and stakeholder confidence. This module includes a mini-project where you’ll build your own KPI dashboard, giving you a practical tool to apply directly to your next programme or project.--🚀 Course Outline0:00 Lesson 6.1: Why Data-Driven Leadership Wins- What Is Data-Driven Leadership?- Why Data-Driven Leadership Matters More Than Ever- The Future of Leadership = Data + Judgment + Empathy- Quick Activity: Your First Data-Driven Leadership Self-Check5:40 Lesson 6.2: Critical Data Skills Every Leader Must Develop- What Leadership Data Skills Really Mean- The 6 Critical Data Skills Every Leader Needs- How to Start Developing These Skills — Fast- Quick Activity: Leadership Data Skill Self-Check11:28 Lesson 6.3: Avoiding Data Pitfalls — Biases, Overfitting, and False Confidence- Why Even Smart Leaders Get Data Wrong- The Top 3 Data Pitfalls You Must Avoid- 5 Leadership Safeguards Against Data Pitfalls- Quick Activity: Your Data Risk Audit17:05 Lesson 6.4: Building a Culture of Data-Driven Decision Making- Why Culture Beats Tools- 5 Core Elements of a Data-Driven Culture- Rituals to Embed Data-Driven Habits in Teams- Quick Activity: Build Your Team’s First Data Ritual21:51 Lesson 6.5: Action Plan — Integrating Data-Driven Leadership into Your Programmes- The Vision — What True Data-Driven Leadership Looks Like- Your 5-Point Integration Framework- Quick Activity: Build Your Data Leadership Blueprint--Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org--Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started.Connect with Bien King via:Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    26 min
  3. Managing Cross-Functional Teams in the AI Era

    06/13/2025

    Managing Cross-Functional Teams in the AI Era

    Managing Cross-Functional Teams in the AI EraPowered by Let's ReinventPresented by Bien KingIn Module 5, you'll learn how to effectively manage cross-functional teams in hybrid and remote environments using AI as your strategic ally. We’ll explore AI-powered tools that boost team collaboration, productivity, and visibility—ensuring everyone stays aligned, no matter where they are. You'll also gain insights into how emotional intelligence and human-centred leadership remain essential, even in an AI-supported workplace. By the end of this module, you’ll know how to foster high-performing, inclusive teams that thrive with the right balance of tech and trust.--🚀 Course Outline0:00 Lesson 5.1: Why Cross-Functional Leadership is the New Standard- What Is Cross-Functional Leadership?- Why Cross-Functional Leadership Matters Now (More Than Ever)- The Leadership Shifts You Must Make- Quick Activity: Reflect on Your Cross-Functional ReadinessLesson 5.2: Key Challenges of Managing AI-Augmented Teams- Understanding the New Team Dynamics- The Top 5 Challenges You’ll Face- Leadership Mindset Upgrade for Managing AI-Augmented Teams- Quick Activity: Diagnose Your Team's AI ReadinessLesson 5.3: Communication Mastery — Aligning Human + AI Collaboration- The New Layers of Communication- Common Communication Breakdowns (and How to Prevent Them)- Framework for AI-Augmented Communication Excellence- Quick Activity: Design a Communication Upgrade for Your TeamLesson 5.4: Building Psychological Safety Across Functions- What Is Psychological Safety?- Why Cross-Functional Psychological Safety Is Hard (But Crucial)- Leadership Moves to Build Psychological Safety Across Functions- Quick Activity: Audit and Upgrade Your Team’s Psychological SafetyLesson 5.5: Action Plan — Designing Your Cross-Functional AI-Ready Team Strategy- What an AI-Ready Cross-Functional Team Looks Like- The 5 Pillars of Your Cross-Functional AI Leadership Strategy- Quick Activity: Build Your First AI-Ready Team Blueprint--Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org--Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started.Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    26 min
  4. Mastering Must-Know AI Tools for Future-Ready Programme Leadership

    06/13/2025

    Mastering Must-Know AI Tools for Future-Ready Programme Leadership

    Mastering Must-Know AI Tools for Future-Ready Programme LeadershipPowered by Let's ReinventPresented by Bien KingIn Module 4, you’ll get a hands-on overview of the top AI tools every modern programme leader should know. We’ll explore platforms like Notion AI, Zapier, ChatGPT, Airtable, Jasper, Otter.ai, and more—showing you how to use them effectively with real-time demos. You’ll learn when to build custom solutions and when to automate with ready-made tools, and how no-code AI integrations can save significant time and cost. Whether you’re streamlining admin or scaling your strategy, this module ensures you walk away with a smart AI toolkit tailored to your workflow.--🚀 Course Outline0:00 Lesson 4.1: The Essential AI Tools You Must Know- Why Tools Are Your Leadership Advantage- The 8 Must-Know AI Tools (Deep Dive)- Quick Activity: Choose Your Starter Stack6:21 Lesson 4.2: When to Build vs. When to Automate- The Core Principle- Build vs. Automate Framework- Practical Examples- Quick Activity: Your Leadership Task Audit10:35 Lesson 4.3: No-Code AI Integrations to Save Time & Cost- Why No-Code AI Is a Game-Changer- Most Useful No-Code AI Integrations for Leaders- Simple Framework to Build Your First No-Code AI Workflow- Quick Activity: Map Your First No-Code Workflow15:36 Lesson 4.4: [Bonus] 30 Best AI Tools Cheat Sheet- Why This Cheat Sheet Matters- How to Use Your Cheat Sheet Strategically- Quick Sneak Peek – Categories in the Cheat SheetLink to worksheet: https://www.letsreinvent.org/program-management-ai-tools-cheatsheet--Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org--Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started.Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    19 min
  5. Leveraging AI in Every Stage of Program Execution

    06/13/2025

    Leveraging AI in Every Stage of Program Execution

    Leveraging AI in Every Stage of Program Execution Powered by Let's Reinvent Presented by Bien King In Module 3, you’ll learn how to integrate AI at every stage of programme execution to boost efficiency and impact. We’ll cover how to use tools like Notion AI and Airtable AI for smarter planning and roadmapping, and explore how AI can streamline stakeholder management through CRM and engagement tracking. You’ll also discover how predictive analytics supports proactive risk management and how to automate reporting for real-time insights. This module includes a hands-on exercise where you’ll build your own AI-augmented programme workflow—so you can immediately apply what you’ve learned to your own context. ---- 🚀 Course Outline 0:00 Lesson 3.1: Program Stages Mapping - The 5 Programme Stages: - How AI Enhances Each Stage - The Key Mindset Shift - Quick Activity: Map Your Programme Stages 4:00 Lesson 3.2: Planning Smarter with AI (Roadmaps, Risk Maps, Timeline Generation) - Why Planning Has Changed in the AI Era - Three Powerful Ways AI Enhances Planning - Simple Demo - Quick Activity: Plan Smarter 8:08 Lesson 3.3: Managing Stakeholders with AI (Predict Engagement, Automate Updates, Build Relationships) - Why Managing Stakeholders Has Changed Forever - Three Ways AI Transforms Stakeholder Management - Real Example – AI-Powered Stakeholder Strategy - Quick Activity: AI-Enhanced Stakeholder Plan 12:46 Lesson 3.4: Managing Risk with AI (Predict, Prevent, Protect) - Traditional Risk Management vs AI-Powered Risk Management - Three AI Superpowers for Risk Management - Real Example – Predictive Risk Management in Action - Quick Activity: Your AI-Enhanced Risk Plan 16:33 Lesson 3.5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement with AI - Why Monitoring & Continuous Improvement Matter More Than Ever - Three Ways AI Elevates Monitoring and Reporting - Real Example – Continuous Improvement in Action - Quick Activity: Design Your AI Monitoring Plan -- Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org -- Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started. Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    23 min
  6. Strategic Programme Management Foundations

    06/13/2025

    Strategic Programme Management Foundations

    Strategic Programme Management Foundations Powered by Let's Reinvent Presented by Bien King In this course, you'll explore the key principles that differentiate programme management from project management, equipping you with the strategic mindset to lead complex initiatives. You'll gain insight into the evolving leadership skills essential for thriving in a GenAI-driven world. Through real-world case studies—including global programmes delivered at Tech Nation and FactSet—you’ll see these principles in action. Plus, you'll receive a practical worksheet: the Strategic Alignment Checklist, designed to help you align your vision, stakeholders, and outcomes with clarity and confidence. --- 🚀 Course Outline 0:00 Lesson 2.1: Programme Management vs Project Management (Why It Matters More Than Ever) - Setting the Stage — Why This Distinction Matters - Core Definitions (Made Simple) - Real-World Example – Bringing it to Life - Why It Matters More in the AI Era - How to Know If You’re Thinking Like a Programme Manager - Quick Activity 4:25 Lesson 2.2: The New Leadership Skills Needed in the GenAI Era - Why Traditional Skills Are No Longer Enough - The 4 Core Future-Ready Leadership Skills - Deep Dive into Each Skill - Quick Activity 9:51 Lesson 2.3: Real Case Study — Leading Complex Global Initiatives - Setting the Scene – Why Real-World Application Matters - Story 1 – Building the FactSet Enterprise Certification Program - Story 2 – Launching the WWF Changemakers Online Course - Key Patterns From Leading Complex Programmes - Quick Activity 16:22 Lesson 2.4: Strategic Alignment Checklist (Your Programme's North Star) - Why Strategic Alignment Matters More Than Ever - The Strategic Alignment Checklist (5 Critical Questions) - Applying the Checklist — Real Example - Quick Activity -- Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org -- Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started. Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    21 min
  7. AI-Powered Program Management Strategies for the New Era

    06/13/2025

    AI-Powered Program Management Strategies for the New Era

    AI-Powered Program Management Strategies for the New Era Powered by Let's Reinvent Presented by Bien King 🏆 Target Audience - Programme Managers, Project Managers, Product Managers - Startup founders managing complex initiatives - Corporate innovation and transformation teams - L&D professionals wanting to future-proof leadership skills 🎯 Course Objective To empower programme leaders with the mindset, strategies, and AI tools needed to plan, execute, and scale high-impact programmes in an AI-driven world. ---- 🚀 Course Outline 0:00 Introduction by Bien King 0:45 Lesson 1.1: Welcome to the Future of Program Management - Why This Course Matters - What You'll Learn - What to Expect - Quick Activity 3:30 Lesson 1.2: Deep Dive — The AI Revolution in Program Management - The Shift That Changed Everything - Why AI is Transforming Leadership Itself - Real-World Example – Before & After AI - Common Fears (and the Reality) - What This Means for You - Quick Activity 6:57 Lesson 1.3: How This Course Will Transform Your Approach - What You’re Likely Doing Now - Where You’ll Be After This Course - Transformation Mindset Shift - Quick Activity 📋 Quick reflection activity: ✅ What leadership habit will I transform over the next 30 days? -- Visit our website at www.letsreinvent.org -- Bien King is a globally experienced program leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Let’s Reinvent. With over a decade of experience across fintech, sustainability, and education, Bien has built and scaled initiatives with impact-driven organisations including WWF, British Council, and Tech Nation. From delivering developer advocacy at FactSet to launching global upskilling programs for changemakers, Bien blends strategy, creativity, and community-building to drive measurable results. She lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the UK—bringing a cross-cultural lens to innovation, inclusion, and leadership development. Bien is also a BBC-featured poet, content creator, and digital nomad with a passion for helping others launch purposeful careers and ventures. Through this course, Bien shares real-world insights, practical frameworks, and actionable tools to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact in today’s AI-powered, fast-evolving world. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a purpose-driven founder, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started. Connect with Bien King via: Email: bien@letsreinvent.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/bienkingwww.instagram.com/bienking

    10 min

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Welcome to Thrive in the Tech-Driven Future — the podcast for innovators, leaders, and changemakers ready to navigate AI, automation, and the future of work. Hosted by Bien King, global programme leader and founder of Let’s Reinvent, each episode dives into bold ideas, real-world tools, and inspiring stories to help you lead with purpose, build future-ready skills, and create impact. Whether you're launching a startup or reinventing your career—this show helps you thrive, not just survive.