Future-Focused with Christopher Lind

Happy Friday Everyone! Congratulations on making it through another week, and what a week it has been. I've got another significant round of updates, and I'd encourage you to make sure you're sitting down. It takes a lot to give me pause, and this week's updates did just that. 

Also, as always, thanks to those of you who send along topics and questions. I do these updates for the benefit of the community, so don't hesitate to send things along if you want them added to the list.

With that, let's get into it:

Will your technical skills be enough to navigate the AI revolution?

This week I'm sitting down with with Mark Herschberg, author and fractional CTO, who brings a unique flavor of technical expertise combined with career development and skill enhancement. Mark has walked the road from MIT to the forefront of AI innovation, yet he highlights how being a top-notch engineer is only part of the equation. Together, we dig into the crucial, often-overlooked skills that drive success in today's rapidly evolving workplace.

We also explore how AI is reshaping the job landscape, automating routine tasks...

With the pace of change, I never struggle to find topics for my weekly update, but this week may have been one of the hardest to winnow down the list. At the end of the day, I landed on four, and they ended up being a formidable mix of enthusiasm and disappointment.  

Thanks as always to the community that sends potential topics and questions. Without further ado, here we go.

OpenAI Adult Content - With many topics, I can highlight pros and cons and find opportunities even with the most diffi...

Despite what skeptics may say, XR Tech, better known as spatial computing, isn't going anywhere.

This week, I'm talking with Sven Brunner of Sphere to explore the transformative impact artificial intelligence (AI) is having on extended reality (XR). We'll be discussing how AI can address XR's content challenges by providing greater context and enhancing user experiences.

We'll also connect the dots on where XR fits in the future of work and how it can create new opportunities and efficiencies.

Show Notes:

In the episode, Christopher explores the intersection...

Hey there! Congratulations on making it through another week, and what a week it has been. I continue to be surprised by just how much comes up over the course of seven days and this week is no exception. Thanks to the community for your active engagement and participation in these episodes. It's one of my favorite things. And, if this if your first time listening and you have a question or topic you'd like me to cover, send it on over. With that, here's what's up this week. The End is Near? - I'll admit it's creepy when a...

What is the future of work in an AI-dominated world, and how will economies adapt and change?

This week I'm talking with economist Bill Connerly to explore the intricate balance between technological advancement and economic stability, job creation, and the shifting landscape of employment. We'll unpack the complexities of AI's role in shaping industries, questioning the balance between innovation and the displacement of traditional jobs.

This discussion isn't just about predicting the future; it's about understanding the steps we can take today to prepare for a tomorrow where technology and human ambition coexist harmoniously. You'll...

Congratulations on making it to the end of another week. To celebrate this milestone, I've got another round of updates for you on what's happening at the intersection of business, tech, and human experience. As always, thanks to the community of you who contribute to the list.

Samsung 6-Day Workweek - Despite the EU's extensive data on the success of a 4-day workweek, Samsung is opting to experiment with effort in the opposite direction. As they wrestle through some business challenges, they recently mandatory 6-day weeks for their execs. While there's a lot to...

Where do we draw the line on holding tightly to the core things that make us who we are while letting go of things anchoring us to complacency?

This week, I'm diving into the world of innovation and self-reinvention with a special focus on the shadow AI casts over our personal and professional landscapes. To do this, I'm joined by industry leader and thinker Sid Mohasseb to have a conversation about the necessity of reinventing ourselves in the face of AI's transformative power.

We'll be shedding light on how we can not just survive but...

It's been another wild week at the intersection of business, technology, and human experience. The pace of change is showing no signs of slowing, and this week's updates highlight why that can be both a great and a not-so-great thing.

Apple Robotics - Following its announcement to shut down investment into automotive, it has set its sights on personal robotics. While it's still too early to know exactly what Apple means by "personal robotics," there's no shortage of speculation. However, if you're thinking Rosy the Robot will be serving you dinner by 2025, you might...

With video representing a media specifically designed to represent a view into reality, what role does AI play in its creation?

This week, I'm digging into that question with Alex Uspenskyi, Founder of Elai.io, to peel back the layers of AI's role in video production. We'll be talking about why AI is at the front of video tech, sharing how simple text prompts are transforming into full-blown, eye-catching videos.

We're getting real about what this tech revolution means for creativity, diving into the heart of the debate: Can AI preserve the soul of storytelling...