Episode 107

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19th Dec 2024

Relationships WithAI: Future-Proof Your Career: Embracing AI in the Workplace with Sonia Nash

This conversation digs into the transformative impact of AI on human relationships - particularly within the workplace - featuring insights from Sonia Nash, a Principal Solutions Consultant at SAP Concur.

Sonia discusses how AI is not only reshaping job roles but also enhancing productivity by automating mundane tasks, allowing employees to focus on more meaningful work.

With a recent Gartner study highlighting that 80% of technology products will be developed by non-technical individuals by 2024, the conversation explores the rise of business technologists and the democratisation of tech innovation.

Sonia shares her personal journey from finance to AI and emphasises the importance of fostering curiosity and inclusivity in tech, particularly for underrepresented groups.

The chat culminates in a discussion on the future of AI in improving workplace relationships and the necessity of addressing concerns surrounding data privacy and trust in AI technologies.

Takeaways:

  • Gartner's study indicates that by the end of 2024, 80% of technology products will be created by non-technical people.
  • The emergence of roles like Chief AI Officer signifies the increasing importance of AI strategy in businesses.
  • Sonia emphasises the importance of having meaningful human connections outside the digital realm.
  • The integration of AI in various sectors, including healthcare, is revolutionising how we approach diagnostics.

Resource links:

The rise of the business technologists https://www.gartner.com/en/articles/the-rise-of-business-technologists 

Stemettes https://stemettes.org/

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Humans WithAI™
Humans WithAI is a podcast about how artificial intelligence is changing people’s work, lives and sense of what comes next.
Hosted by David Brown, the show features honest conversations about the human impact of AI. What started as Creatives WithAI in 2023 has evolved into a broader look at how AI is reshaping careers, industries, identity and opportunity far beyond the creative world.
From founders and freelancers to educators, leaders and workers navigating change, Humans WithAI explores what happens when technology stops being abstract and starts affecting real life.

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David Brown

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A technology entrepreneur with over 25 years' experience in corporate enterprise, working with public sector organisations and startups in the technology, digital media, data analytics, and adtech industries. I am deeply passionate about transforming innovative technology into commercial opportunities, ensuring my customers succeed using innovative, data-driven decision-making tools.

I'm a keen believer that the best way to become successful is to help others be successful. Success is not a zero-sum game; I believe what goes around comes around.

I enjoy seeing success, whether it’s yours or mine, so send me a message if there's anything I can do to help you.

Lena Robinson

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Lena Robinson, the visionary founder behind The FTSQ Gallery and F.T.S.Q Consulting, hosts the Creatives WithAI podcast.

With over 35 years of experience in the creative industry, Lena is a trailblazer who has always been at the forefront of blending art, technology, and purpose. As an artist and photographer, Lena's passion for pushing creative boundaries is evident in everything she does.

Lena established The FTSQ Gallery as a space where fine art meets innovation, including championing artists who dare to explore the intersection of creativity and AI. Lena's belief in the transformative power of art and technology is not just intriguing, but also a driving force behind her work. She revitalises brands, clarifies business visions, and fosters community building with a strong emphasis on ethical practices and non-conformist thinking.

Join Lena on Creatives WithAI as she dives into thought-provoking conversations that explore the cutting edge of creativity, technology, and bold ideas shaping the future.

Joanna (Jo) Shilton

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As the host of 'Women With AI', Jo provides a platform for women to share their stories, insights, and expertise while also engaging listeners in conversations about the impact of AI on gender equality and representation.

With a genuine curiosity for the possibilities of AI, Jo invites listeners to join her on a journey of exploration and discovery as, together, they navigate the complex landscape of artificial intelligence and celebrate the contributions of women in shaping its future.

Iyabo Oba

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Iyabo is the host of Relationships WithAI, a podcast that explores how artificial intelligence is transforming human connections, from work and romance to family and society.

With over 15 years of experience in business development across the non-profit, corporate, and public sectors, Iyabo has led strategic partnerships, content creation, and digital campaigns that drive real impact. Passionate about fostering authentic relationships, she has worked closely with diverse communities to create meaningful engagement and conversation.

Fascinated by the intersection of technology and human interaction, Iyabo is on a mission to uncover how AI is shaping the way we connect. Through Relationships WithAI, she creates a space for thought leaders and disruptors to share their insights, experiences, and predictions about the future of AI and its impact on relationships, society, and beyond.

If you’re curious about AI’s role in our lives, this podcast is for you. Join Iyabo as she sits down with some of the brightest minds in the field to explore the evolving relationship between AI and humanity.