Say
it
isn’t MoeWhether you’ve just dipped your toe or are neck deep in AI, you’ve probably had a “hey, what does this mean for me,” existential moment along the way. AI isn’t human, and in many cases, we can tell. The question is, in the coming years, will that even matter?

– Mel

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For whom
the best
practices toll

Most change or transformation strategies claim they follow “best practices.” The implication is that using someone else’s successful blueprint will lead to similar outcomes. This assumption is typically untrue because knowledge does not equal wisdom. Here are some guides to help you discern between practices and practitioners who can implement them to achieve your best.

– Phil

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Say Cheese? Google learns a lesson in AI accuracy

Google’s AI-powered Super Bowl ad intended to showcase Gemini’s capabilities took an unexpected turn when it falsely claimed that Gouda accounts for 50-60% of global cheese consumption—a statistic quickly debunked online. This highlights the risk of relying on unchecked AI-generated information and underscores the importance of human oversight in AI-enabled change. Organizations embracing AI must balance innovation with rigorous fact-checking and responsible deployment.

– Tim  

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What
Frank Lloyd
got right

Speaking of best practices, we can learn much from Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian philosophy and how those who bought these homes gained from their experiences. Listen to the last original Usonian homeowner who reflects on his life choice at 100. Perhaps Roland Reisley’s big change can inspire us to make work and life choices that we will be happy with when we hit the century mark.

– Phil

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Cadbury’s sweet
strategy: Slicing into
shared success

Over the last week, four separate people have sent me links referencing Cadbury’s split chocolate bars. With packaging tailored to everyday scenarios like “who cooked” or “who drove,” this exemplifies a shift towards personalized consumer engagement, and it is certainly catching people’s attention. Wish I had thought of this delicious idea first.

– Tim

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The
adults
are talking

In university, I learned how to write “academic.” At work, I learned how to write “corporate.” Today, I spend most of my time trying to do neither. Here’s why…

– Mel

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