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Shape of Tomorrow

Michael Ianni-Palarchio

A personal podcast that focuses on innovation, education and the impact on the future of all of things. Technology is one of the driving forces that are creating a time of exponential change and opportunities, and these podcasts are my reflecting and sharing to raise awareness and spark conversation amongst a broad base of listeners. Thanks for joining in on these important and exciting conversations. All thoughts in this podcast are my own and are not directly affiliated with where I work.

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Episode 60 - The Big Goodbye

Shape of Tomorrow ·

2023/12/22

Today I bid a fond farewell to some of the most amazing colleagues and friends I’ve had, the community at Branksome Hall, where I’ve been for the past 8-years, most recently as their Head, Innovation and Strategic Projects. Many people have really impacted me in such transformative ways, that I want to take a few moments to thank them. As well in today’s episode I talk about a great article in the Harvard Business Review that focused on the importance of journaling for leaders of organizations.

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00:56:31

Episode 59 - AI Notebook, Advanced Data Analysis and...

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2023/12/15

Hello listeners! Today’s episode I explore a new product from Google called NotebookLM and it’s AI capability and the ability to do “source grounding” is fascinating. We will also talk about advanced data analysis and why it’s crucial for data-driven decision making. Lastly I look at why education institutions need to adapt their models in order to deliver value and prepare students for a very different world of work that awaits them. Thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring today’s episode. You can get

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00:54:06

Episode 58 - Strategy to Innovate + Gifts for the...

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2023/12/08

Welcome everyone to Episode 58 where I explore a number of things. We look at an interesting example of a company you might not think is innovative but has used Blue Ocean strategy approach to innovate. We will also have my holiday gift giving guide for innovators as a fun segment as well as looking at an interesting twist on AI functionality in a digital writing application. Lastly I’ve got a special announcement on an initiative I’ve been doing and finally sharing more broadly. Today’s episode

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00:34:36

Episode 57 - The Perfection Trap

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2023/12/01

Today we explore how a perfectionist mindset hampers innovation and creates what I call the perfection trap. Secondly I’ll give you demonstration of a unique way I’ve been conversing with ChatGPT. I’ll also talk about a new note taking app called Unriddle. Buckle up! Here we go!

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00:49:55

Episode 56 - Importance of Decisions We Make

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2023/11/24

Welcome to this week’s episode where we look at the lessons from the recent leadership drama that took place at OpenAI and how board decisions can destroy organizational value very quickly. We will also look at some great integration and uses of ChatGPT. Lastly we take a look at VR - where is it going these days and is it still relevant in this AI-dominated technology wave of change.

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00:39:32

Episode 55 - Leadership Teams, Strategy, AI and More

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2023/11/17

In today’s episode, the Shape of Tomorrow explores different, necessary aspects of leadership teams and how they should seamlessly flow between states of interaction. I then talk about organizational strategy frameworks as well as the development of Data Strategy development. Lastly we explore some AI news within education.

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00:49:40

Episode 54 - Welcome to the Relaunch

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2023/11/10

This episode officially relaunches my personal podcast! Welcome to the Shape of Tomorrow! We will talk about technology and its direct and indirect impact. We will also talk about re-skilling employees. As well, I’m enthusiastic to share some random thoughts about this new branding and name!

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00:44:13

Episode 53 - Filling Our Strategic Toolkit

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2023/11/03

Hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode. Episode 53 has me discussing a new strategic framework I’ve been developing and experimenting with called the Resilient Innovator Framework (RIF) as a unique way to think about strategic opportunities for your organization. I also talk about data science and K12 education, plus some other things around leadership that relate to some books I’ve been reading.

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00:40:37

Episode 52 - Journaling, Data & Analytics and More

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2023/10/27

Welcome to Episode 52 everyone. Today I talk about my journaling practice and how it aids me in self-reflection, personal and professional growth and in supporting my innovation processes. Secondly we talk about how data & analytics can unlock organizational value. Lastly we will look at a tool I’ve used for quite some time that is literally like having an AI companion that’s privy to all the work you do.

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Episode 51 - Hello From Turin Italy

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2023/10/20

This week’s episode provides an exploration of how businesses and organizations are using AI in 2023. I chat about the importance for strategizing and doing so now so that your organization can be prepared and benefit from AI both in the short term and the long term. Lastly, I talk about an app I love and use often called Obsidian, which is a unique and power note taking app.

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00:38:48

Episode 50 - Big News, Reinvention and AI Advancements

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2023/10/13

Thanks for joining! Episode 50 has me sharing some exciting personal news. We talk about reinvention and its importance to organizations and professionals. I’ll also talk about AI and its ability to now “see the world” and the transformative value that brings us.

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Episode 49 - Future of Business Intelligence,...

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2023/10/06

Thanks for joining here on Episode 49 where I cover off a few things. First we look at how generative AI will impact how we use data as part of business intelligence and better organizational data-driven decision making. Our second segment looks at how we can use the Eisenhower Box as a framework for prioritizing our tasks and streamlining what we do.

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Episode 48 - Leadership, Organizational Value and AI...

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2023/09/29

Today on my personal podcast I’m happy to have two guests talking about a special initiative that launched where I work, an initiative focused on leadership. I’ll also explore the idea of organizational value, how it’s created over time and how it can be lost. Lastly, you’ll hear about some new developments in AI and an exploration of AI assistant services showing up in all kinds of places.

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00:24:42

Episode 47 - Digital Tools and Intrapreneurs

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2023/09/22

Thanks for stopping by and giving Episode 47 a listen. Today we will talk about an interesting survey of Canadian teachers and their perspectives on technology in the classroom. We will also touch on intrapreneurs, those people who act like an entrepreneur but within an existing company.

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00:36:54

Episode 46 - Questions, Neuroscience and Data Science!

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2023/09/15

This week we cover off some great questions from listeners. As well I share some insights I obtained by attending a talk given by Dr. Andrew Huberman. Lastly we look at the importance of data science education for high school students.

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00:30:44

Episode 45 - You Want Disruption? Here’s Disruption

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2023/09/08

In today’s episode we revisit the Innovator’s Dilemma but with a direct example within Education. We also look at a learning app and a tech tool tip for Excel.

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Episode 44 - Welcome Back! Now Go Challenge the...

Shape of Tomorrow ·

2023/09/01

Hello everyone and welcome to Season 2 of the GarageCast! Yay! I’m so happy be kicking off Season 2 with the question “How will you challenge your own personal status quo?” You’ll hear some thoughts from a few people here on campus, including a segment with Amanda Kennedy, our Deputy Principal. We’ll also look at some of the tech happenings that took place over the summer break.

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Episode 43 - Summer Series: Mastering Facilitation -...

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2023/08/25

Our final episode here for the Summer Series, part 8! This episode delves into the role of a leader as a facilitator, highlighting how effective facilitation can spark productive dialogue, ignite team creativity, and lead to actionable outcomes. Discover practical strategies to improve your facilitation skills, helping you steer discussions while ensuring all voices in your organization are heard.

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Episode 42 - Summer Series: Change Management Mastery...

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2023/08/18

Part 7 of our Summer Series focuses on Change Management. In today's ever-changing landscape, the ability to manage change is a critical skill that every leader must possess. This episode delves into the comprehensive world of Change Management and highlights the five essential levers that every leader should master.

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Episode 41 - Summer Series: Collaborative Leadership:...

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2023/08/11

Hello GarageCast listeners! Welcome to Part 6 of our summer series that has focused on essential leadership skills school leaders need for driving innovation. In this episode, explore the key principles behind collaborative leadership, a model that emphasizes empowerment, team decision-making, and a shared sense of responsibility. Learn how this approach can revolutionize the dynamics of your team and enhance impact and innovation.

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