Ep 13. Navigating AI: Possibilities and Real-World Strategies – Andrew Fernholz, Ambient Consulting – CEO 2 CEO

AI is everywhere in our lives and changing every day.  This is a hot topic for every leader.  In this episode of CEO 2 CEO, host Scott Sustacek goes overtime with Andrew Fernholz, CEO of Ambient Consulting in exploring the ways lower middle market companies can leverage AI. In this wide-ranging conversation, Andrew shares his experience with the transformative power of AI. We discuss the best ways for CEOs to begin and we start by talking about the ‘why’ and how it can help your team or customers.  Andrew shares his insights on how AI is not about replacing jobs but reshaping the work we do - improving efficiencies, enhancing engagement and boosting effectiveness.   We then venture into building a differentiated strategy. We get deep into leveraging AI to improve efficiency in hiring and employee retention, from the possibility of shifting from traditional credentials to competency-based hiring to upskilling employees to stay competitive.  It is all fascinating stuff!   If you're curious about leveraging AI to drive strategy and growth in your business, this is an episode you will want to hear.