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Influential Visions | AI Career Survival

Nat Schooler - Business Futurist

Most professionals are worried that AI will make their skills obsolete. At Influential Visions, we show you how to ensure it makes you more valuable instead—no technical complexity required. Hosted by ex-IBM Futurist Nat Schooler, this is the definitive survival guide for non-technical leaders and ambitious professionals navigating the AI era. We move beyond the hype to provide proven career and business strategies from global executives who have overseen tens of billions in commerce. Every

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54:32

S13 Ep2: Your 2025 Performance Review Will Decide If...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/12/19

Year-end HR is chaos. Right now, professionals are facing performance reviews, retention battles, and high-stakes compensation decisions in what Nathaniel Schooler describes as the toughest time in workplace history. With monitoring systems becoming draconian and jobs not just changing but disappearing, the risk of becoming obsolete is no longer a theory—it is a reality.In this episode, Steven J. Manning, a veteran leader who built a billion-dollar business, joins ex-IBM Futurist Nathaniel

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S12 Ep12: Billion-Dollar CEO: Mastering AI When Rules...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/12/06

We’ve been lied to. They say "people hate change." That is nonsense. People love change—they love new cars and vacations. What they hate is being changed by someone else.In this episode, I sit down with Steven J. Manning (Business Leader, $40B+ Revenue) and Darrell Mann (Systematic Innovation Expert) to dismantle this myth. We explore the "Wisdom Gap"—why AI passes exams but fails when the rules don't apply. If you want to move from a "Manager of Tasks" to an "Architect of Culture," this

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S12 Ep11: Chief AI Officer Role 2026 EU Compliance...

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2025/11/27

The "Wild West" of AI is ending. With the EU AI Act 2026 on the horizon, the era of "move fast and break things" is being replaced by "move fast and build trust."I am joined by Nicolas Babin, EU Digital Ambassador, to discuss why the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) is about to become the most critical role in the C-Suite. This isn't about boring compliance; it's about building a "Glass Box" business where transparency becomes your ultimate competitive moat. If you think this is just an IT role, you are

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S12 Ep9: Billion-Dollar Insights on Why Ai Fails &...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/11/13

$15B in AI disasters decoded. GM's Cruise, Babylon Health, IBM Watson failures reveal why human-centered transformation wins. Expert roundtable with billion-dollar insights.What do GM's $10 billion Cruise failure, Babylon Health's $4.2B collapse, and IBM Watson's healthcare retreat have in common? They prove that technology without human strategy is a recipe for disaster. Ex-IBM Futurist Nat Schooler hosts an explosive roundtable with two transformation heavyweights: Katz Kiely - 20+ years

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S12 Ep7: The Digital Identity Wars: Who Controls Your...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/10/30

I will be joined by business leader Steven J. Manning as we dig even deeper into this critical topic. Are we looking at 1984...we will ponder that..and the following topics:• Who's winning the race to control digital identity—and why should business leaders care by 2030? • How do you balance protecting customer data with driving revenue growth? • Are new identity technologies worth the investment, or just expensive distractions? • What's the biggest threat to an executive's professional

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S12 Ep6: Future Unlocked: How Two Business Titans...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/10/23

How do you build a business that scales and has a soul?Tomorrow, I'm joined by two leaders who have done it: Richard Morris FRSA M.Eng C.Eng ($2.3B exit) and Steven J. Manning. Together, they've driven $50B+ in global commerce, and they're sharing their framework. We discuss: ▪️ Why the future of work hinges on purpose, not just profit. ▪️ How to create a culture of belonging to retain top talent. ▪️ Technology implementation that serves people. ▪️ Why younger generations demand purpose, and how

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27:43

S12 Ep5: Corporate Surveillance Explosion: 85% of...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/10/16

The corporate surveillance revolution is here. By 2025, over 85% of large corporations are using employee monitoring tools - up from just 50% before 2020. This $7.5 billion industry is reshaping how leaders manage teams and protect businesses. In this deep dive, renowned business leader Steven J. Manning and I explore: 🔍 Corporate Surveillance Reality Why 85% of companies now monitor employees $7.5 billion market driving AI-powered behavioral analysis How 1 in 3 companies use AI for predictive

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S12 Ep2: Every CEO Must Know This AI Truth

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/10/02

In a fascinating conversation exploring the intersection of technology, economics, politics, and social constructs, Nicolas Babin, an EU digital ambassador and pioneer in AI robotics, shares profound insights into our rapidly evolving digital landscape.He is a regular guest and always shares such value.

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S12 Ep1: Future Unlocked: Global Trends in Economics,...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/30

Step inside the boardroom with Future Unlocked, where the world’s most influential business luminaries gather for candid conversations and some roundtables about what’s next. Each episode brings together leaders overseeing tens of billions in commerce—Fortune 500 CEOs, global policy architects, and tech visionaries—to decode the seismic shifts shaping our future. Unfiltered insights from industry titans, sharing strategies and predictions you won’t hear anywhere else. Deep dives into the economic,

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52:24

S11 Ep11: 9 CEO Productivity Hacks You Need Now

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/25

Gain insights into effective time management with these actionable productivity tips for CEOs and executives. Discover time-saving business tips and life hacks to enhance focus and foster deep work. Learn how to be more productive and achieve your goals faster.Get MONDAY INFLUENCER® HERE https://learn.mondayinfluencer.com/337

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S11 Ep10: Why I Ended the Build Business Acumen Podcast

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/24

A quick update....Being Lean. Productive. The first of many live videos. Get MONDAY INFLUENCER® here.

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S11 Ep9: Digital Detox Secrets

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/18

In today's hyper-connected world, technology has become both a blessing and a curse, just why we explored these digital detox secrets. Digital overload is a real challenge for professionals seeking to maintain productivity and creativity. This article explores powerful insights from Stephen J. Manning on how to effectively manage technology and reclaim your deep work potential. Want more get MONDAY INFLUENCER® here: https://learn.mondayinfluencer.com/337 Get Nat Schooler here:

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S11 Ep8: Billion Dollar Productivity Secrets

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/11

In this week's discussion, business leader Steven J. Manning shares profound insights into achieving success, productivity, and personal growth. His narrative goes beyond typical motivational advice, offering a raw, practical perspective on what it truly takes to excel in business and life.Want more get MONDAY INFLUENCER® HERE.

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S11 Ep7: Ai Productivity Secrets From Sony's Robotics...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/09/04

The executive who brought AIBO to life at Sony Europe now is an EU Digital Ambassador. Nicolas Babin reveals Ai productivity secrets/ framework that bridges cutting-edge AI innovation with regulatory compliance—essential insights for leaders navigating 2025’s AI landscape. The AIBO Legacy • How leading Sony’s robotics division shaped Babin’s philosophy on human-AI productivity • Insights from building and launching one of the world’s first consumer AI robots From Corporate to Consultant •

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S11 Ep6: AI-Powered Time Management: How Top CEOs Use...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/08/28

Discover how top CEOs use **ai tools for productivity** to optimize their workflow and boost efficiency. Learn **how to manage your time** effectively and implement **productivity tips** inspired by leaders in the field. Stop **wasting time** and embrace innovative **ai automation** techniques to maximize your output.Get access to MONDAY INFLUENCER® HERE: https://learn.mondayinfluencer.com/337 Your Risk is $1 Dollar Visit Nat Schooler HERE: https://www.natschooler.com/ Visit Steven J Manning HERE:

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S11 Ep5: Stop Wasting Time with AI: The CEO's...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/08/21

Is your company's AI strategy failing? You're not alone. In this episode of Influential Visions, host Nathaniel Schooler sits down with two of the most influential minds in business innovation: Steven J. Manning, a seasoned leader who has driven over $40 billion in commerce, and Darrell Mann, a former Rolls-Royce Chief Engineer responsible for billions in innovations for clients.Together, they expose why 80% of corporate AI projects fall flat and share a powerful, five-step system for business

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S11 Ep4: How Top CEOs Use AI for Productivity...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/08/14

Join Influential Visions host Nathaniel Schooler and special guest Nicolas Babin, EU Digital Ambassador and former Head of Sony Europe in AI and Robotics, for a deep dive into how top CEOs are leveraging AI right now. This is a must-watch for any leader looking to stay ahead of the curve.What You'll Learn: From Hype to Necessity: Discover how AI has moved from a buzzword to a critical tool for competitive advantage, with over 65% of executives now relying on it. A CEO's AI Toolkit: Learn how top

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S11 Ep3: Deep Work Mastery: Creating Uninterrupted...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/08/07

In our fast-paced digital landscape, the loss of focus has become an epidemic, quietly eroding our ability to think deeply and create meaningfully. The constant barrage of notifications, emails, and endless streams of information fragments our attention, leaving minds scattered and productivity diminished. This lack of sustained concentration makes it challenging to produce work that is both innovative and impactful. In this interview, business leader Steven J Manning and Nat Schooler discuss this

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S11 Ep2: Focus Mastery How CEOs Cut Through Digital...

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/07/31

Unlock the secrets to unstoppable focus in a world overloaded with distractions. In this exclusive premiere, ex-IBM Futurist Nat Schooler sits down with business Leader Steven J. Manning to reveal how high-performers cut through the digital noise and stay laser-focused on what truly matters. I decided to follow some sage advice to reduce the problem dramatically, not quite a digital detox but way better. Despite getting caught up in the geopolitics and realised that it was just costing me lots of

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S11 Ep1: BOOST Your Peak Performance Like a CEO!

Influential Visions | AI Career Survival ·

2025/07/24

Join me as I take on the challenge of boosting my peak performance to CEO levels in just one week!77% of CEOs report they get enough sleep, and they are 36% more likely to take naps during the day than non-managerial staff. Steven J. Manning and I discuss the ins and outs of this crucial topic and we share some useful tips and tricks to maximise your peak performance.

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