Welcome to Episode 105 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts.
AI is reshaping the business landscape, and companies that fail to adapt risk falling behind. In the latest episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with Chris Johnson, a pioneer in digital strategy, CEO of LaneTerralever, and Managing Partner at TomorrowToday, an AI consultancy driving innovation and efficiency in business.
Chris shares his journey from digital agency founder to AI consultant, highlighting the evolution of marketing, the challenges of business leadership, and the game-changing role of AI in HR, finance, legal, and operations. He emphasizes that AI is not about replacing jobs but about enhancing efficiency, creativity, and scalability. Those who don’t learn AI will be left behind.
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💡 Key Takeaways from the Episode:
- The biggest misconceptions leaders have about AI and how to overcome them.
- Why data quality is the foundation of any successful AI implementation.
- The future of AI agents and how they’ll automate everyday business tasks.
- How Chris built a people-first company culture and the hiring lessons he learned along the way.
- Why continuous learning and adaptability are crucial for career success in an AI-driven world.
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🔥 Notable Quotes:
✨ “AI is not coming for your job, but someone who knows how to use AI is coming for your job.” – Chris Johnson
✨ “You can’t learn AI unless you start using it. FAFO—’F*** around and find out’—that’s the only way to get better at it.” – Chris Johnson
✨ “If you don’t have people who want to get better and learn, you have half an employee.” – Chris Johnson
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