{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F6feb78a0-3038-4082-88d8-cc03f04ac2ce","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Lead AI With Confidence: A Practical Playbook to Beat the 95% Failure Trap with John Michael Thomas,","description":"In this BizBlend Podcast episode, host Sana sits down with John Michael Thomas, AI strategy consultant, fractional Chief AI Officer, and author of Lead AI with Confidence. They unpack why most AI initiatives fail and why the fix is rarely \u201cbetter tools\u201d and more often better leadership.\nThis conversation is for CEOs, founders, and non-technical leaders who feel AI overwhelm, are tired of hype cycles, and want a clear path to real business value. You\u2019ll learn how to treat AI like delegation, remove adoption friction, and focus your next 90 days on outcomes that actually matter.\nAbout the Guest:\nJohn Michael Thomas is an AI strategy consultant and fractional Chief AI Officer. He\u2019s the author of the #1 bestseller Lead AI with Confidence and helps leaders build AI into how teams work, without becoming technical experts.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nMost AI failure comes from treating it like a tech training problem instead of a management problem\n\n\nStart with a real business problem, then confirm AI is the right solution\n\n\nAdoption breaks down when teams lack trust, clarity, and psychological safety\n\n\nReduce friction: provide approved paid tools, clear guidelines, and permission to experiment\n\n\nBuild a \u201ccommunity of practice\u201d to lead pilots before scaling org-wide\n\n\nUse AI yourself first to understand what it can and cannot do\n\n\nHow to Connect With the Guest:\n\n\nWebsite: https://johnmichaelthomas.ai/\u00a0\n\n\nLinkedIn: Connect with John Michael Thomas on LinkedIn\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life/BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate.\nWith over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #BizBlendPodcast #Leadership #AILeadership #AIAutomation #DigitalTransformation #FounderMindset #BusinessStrategy #ChangeManagement #FutureOfWork #OperationsLeadership #Productivity #WorkplaceCulture #Innovation #ExecutiveLeadership","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}