Authenticity

The Section That Gives Away AI-Written Docs (with Carly Taylor)

The Section That Gives Away AI-Written Docs (with Carly Taylor)

Carly Taylor, a prominent engineering leader and founder of Rebel Data Science, discusses strategies for thriving amidst rapid AI advancements, the importance of authenticity and identifying "AI slop," balancing innovation with operational maintenance, and overcoming fear through embracing discomfort. She also addresses the "glass cliff" phenomenon for women in leadership and how to effectively leverage AI without sacrificing critical thinking.

The Media Game Has Changed

The Media Game Has Changed

The conversation explores the shift from legacy media to creator-led platforms, why authenticity has become a competitive advantage, and how founders can build audiences by communicating directly with customers, employees, and the public. They discuss podcasts, social media, storytelling, corporate communications, and the changing relationship between companies, journalists, and audiences. Along the way, they examine how founders can develop a public voice, why some leaders become influential communicators, and what it means to build a brand in a world where distribution is increasingly decentralized.