How can leaders create strategy that adapts to reality instead of reacting to it too late?In this episode of Ideas That Matter, Willie Pietersen shares a complete system for building and renewing strategy based on learning. Known as strategic learning, this method is already used by major corporations, public institutions, and nonprofit organizations. It begins with observation and ends with action, and repeats as conditions evolve.
Drawing from decades of leadership experience and examples from business, healthcare, and national security, Willie explains what separates strong strategy from improvisation and how real change requires consistent involvement.This is a method that builds strength through repetition and learning.In this episode:✅ The four core steps of strategic learning✅ How leaders can avoid fragmentation and bias✅ Lessons from Kodak, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, and military planning✅ What to do when planning fails, and why learning must continue✅ How leadership behavior shapes whether strategy works📚 Learn more in the book: Leadership—The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek to Lead https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Visit Willie’s website: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Connect with Willie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor/ 🎙️ Produced with Guidewise: https://www.guidewise.io/podcast/ 🎥Subscribe to follow the series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEftzD2cyVmspjONQ__4UGg🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseaiABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights rooted in timeless global wisdom.
What do ancient African proverbs have to teach modern leaders? In this powerful and personal conversation, Willie Pietersen explores the profound, time-tested wisdom passed down through oral tradition—and how it applies directly to leadership, strategy, and personal growth. 🌍🗣️Key Highlights:🌾 “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”🌾 “When the music changes, so does the dance.”🌾 “Don’t look where you fell—look where you slipped.”🌾 Why integrated thinking and broad education are vital to leadership in today’s worldThis episode is a call to open our lens, connect the dots, and turn wisdom into action.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead:https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseaiABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights rooted in timeless global wisdom.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett—Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, professor at Yale’s Child Study Center, and author of the bestselling book Permission to Feel and Dealing with Feeling—on the latest episode of Implementors. With over two decades of pioneering research, Marc has helped redefine how emotions shape learning, decision-making, leadership, and organizational culture. In this episode, Marc unpacks why emotions aren’t a distraction from performance but the very key to unlocking it. He shares how leaders can harness emotional intelligence to manage anxiety, make better decisions, and build healthier cultures in both business and education. From the evidence-based RULER framework to real-world examples in schools and Fortune 500 companies, Marc reveals practical strategies for transforming emotions into a leadership advantage. He also explores the rising importance of emotional intelligence in the age of AI, making the case that investing in emotional skills is now essential for resilience, innovation, and human flourishing. Whether you’re leading a company, teaching in a classroom, or simply navigating life in a world of rapid change, this episode offers wisdom, practical tools, and a compelling reminder that emotions are always at the table.
ABOUT DR. MARC BRACKETT: Dr. Marc Brackett is a world-leading expert in emotional intelligence whose work bridges academia, business, and personal transformation. As the Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in Yale’s Child Study Center, he has spent over two decades exploring how emotions influence learning, leadership, performance, and well-being. His bestselling book Permission to Feel (translated into 25+ languages) continues to shift cultural perspectives on feeling and leadership. Dealing with Feeling, his more recent release, offers actionable strategies for cultivating emotional awareness and resilience in daily life. Dr. Brackett’s research has garnered more than $100 million in grant funding and appeared in over 175 scholarly publications. His expertise has shaped emotional intelligence programs at Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and countless educators and organizations globally. Learn more about Dr. Marc Brackett: https://marcbrackett.com/. Purchase his book, Permission to Feel (https://a.co/d/856g1o0), and Dealing with Feeling (https://a.co/d/cvSYNZj).
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What can the cosmos teach us about leadership? In this expansive and deeply personal conversation, Willie Pietersen reflects on how astrophysics reshaped his understanding of purpose, legacy, and the true nature of leadership. 🌌🪐
Key Highlights:
🌠 Why understanding our impermanence can sharpen our leadership mission
🌠 How a moon rock in the Oval Office helped Bill Clinton reset his team’s focus
🌠 The emotional perspective gained by viewing Earth from space
🌠 What Ray Bradbury, counterintuitive science, and cosmic awe reveal about meaningful workThis conversation reminds us: even though we're just passing through, we have just enough time to make a difference.
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Ideas are easy. AI implementation is hard. We make it smarter, faster, and more human. Subscribe now to lead AI change.Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for an inspiring, high-impact conversation with Jeff Burningham—entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and author of The Last Book Written by a Human—on the latest episode of Implementors. Drawing from his journey building billion-dollar businesses, investing in transformative tech, and exploring over 60 countries, Jeff shares why the rise of smarter machines demands wiser humans. He unpacks how leaders can harness AI to elevate consciousness, strengthen culture, and prioritize human connection in an age dominated by technology. From running for governor to lessons learned on the Ganges, Jeff offers a fresh perspective on leadership that values relationships over results and business as a force for human flourishing. Whether you’re navigating AI adoption, evolving your leadership style, or rethinking the role of technology in our shared future, this episode delivers insight, inspiration, and a clear call to lead with love, wisdom, and courage.ABOUT JEFF BURNINGHAM: Jeff Burningham is a tech entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and explorer of human potential with a track record of building and investing in transformative companies. As Founder and Chairman of Peak Capital Partners—a $5B+ real estate investment firm—and Founding Partner of Peak Ventures, Jeff has backed over 50 high-growth businesses, including early investments in Spotify, Andela, Angel Studios, Lucid, and Taxbit. His career spans launching and scaling companies in tech and real estate, mentoring top entrepreneurs, and serving on more than 20 boards. In 2020, Jeff ran for Governor of Utah, bringing his leadership philosophy—rooted in service, connection, and conscious capitalism—to the public stage. A global traveler who has visited over 60 countries, Jeff draws on experiences from the Middle East to the banks of the Ganges to inform his work at the intersection of business, technology, and humanity. In his upcoming book, The Last Book Written by a Human, he challenges leaders to meet the rise of AI with wisdom, love, and a commitment to human flourishing. Jeff also hosts the Extraordinary Us podcast and teaches entrepreneurship to thousands of students as an adjunct professor at BYU. Follow Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-burningham-15a01a7b/. Learn more about his work: https://www.jeffburningham.com/. Purchase his book ‘The Last Book Written By a Human’ here: https://a.co/d/br0Q49L.ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software platform harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies — anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.PODCAST LINKS:- Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod- Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guidewise-presents-implementors/id1678368738- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/guidewise-presents-implementorsSOCIAL:- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/implementorspod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/implementorspod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/implementorspod- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/implementorspod/
In a world where change moves faster than our ability to absorb it, how do leaders keep up? In this powerful conversation, Willie Pietersen explores how artificial intelligence can become a vital tool—not just for efficiency, but for learning at the speed of change. 🤖⚡Key Highlights:🧠 Why adaptive capacity—not age—determines an organization’s lifespan🧠 How AI can accelerate learning in industries like healthcare🧠 Real-world examples: clinical trials, rare diseases, and electronic medical records🧠 The urgent need to develop intelligence systems that keep pace with changeThis episode makes one thing clear: AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a test of how fast we can evolve. Use it wisely, or risk being left behind.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights!🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseaiABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.
Why do so many once-great companies fail to survive? In this eye-opening discussion, Willie Pietersen unpacks the harsh realities of corporate extinction—and how the laws of evolutionary science offer vital lessons for organizational strategy and resilience. 🌍⚠️Key Highlights:🔍 The #1 rule of survival: Adapt or perish🔍 How biases like status quo and confirmation blind us to change🔍 What Nokia and BlackBerry missed—and Steve Jobs saw🔍 Why artificial intelligence is a gradual revolution with urgent implicationsFrom sudden disruption to slow-moving revolutions like AI, this conversation provides a clear call to action: Learn your way forward, or risk being left behind.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead:https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights!🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseaiABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a high-energy, no-fluff conversation with Tim Wilson—Chief Revenue Officer at ProductWind and seasoned sales leader—on the latest episode of Implementors. With decades of experience scaling high-growth tech companies and helping enterprise brands navigate the digital commerce landscape, Tim offers a grounded perspective on the real challenges facing modern sales teams. In this episode, Tim shares why AI alone won’t fix your sales problems—and what great CROs are doing differently. From rethinking the role of BDRs to building emotionally intelligent sales cultures, Tim unpacks the evolving relationship between people, process, and tech in the revenue engine. He talks candidly about what AI can do well, where it still falls short, and how leaders can blend human empathy with digital tools to unlock real performance. Whether you’re leading a sales team, driving GTM strategy, or just trying to make sense of how AI is reshaping the buyer journey, this episode is full of practical wisdom, hard-won lessons, and a refreshing dose of humor and humility.
ABOUT TIM WILSON: Tim Wilson is a growth-driven revenue strategist and seasoned sales leader with deep expertise in digital commerce, AI in sales, and enterprise go-to-market execution. As Chief Revenue Officer at ProductWind, Tim leads all revenue-generating functions—driving strategy, sales, customer success, and operations to help enterprise brands win in a rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape. With a proven track record scaling high-growth tech companies—including CommerceIQ, Pattern, and 1010data—Tim has helped take startups from zero to unicorn by building and leading high-impact sales teams. He brings a rare blend of technical fluency, emotional intelligence, and GTM precision to the CRO role—advocating for sales cultures rooted in communication, curiosity, and continuous learning. At ProductWind, Tim is helping redefine how brands engage with retailer algorithms using AI-driven tools to enhance visibility, improve media efficiency, and scale growth. Follow Tim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothywilson/. Learn more about ProductWind: https://www.productwind.com.
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00:00 Building the Future of Sales
01:18 The Role of a Chief Revenue Officer
05:29 The Evolution of BDRs in Sales
11:50 Navigating Sales in the AI Era
23:59 The Future of Sales and AI
27:53 Unlocking Team Potential
29:18 Understanding Sales Challenges
32:10 Gaining Insights from Clients
33:45 The Role of AI in Sales
35:50 Transforming Sales Mindset
38:28 Revolutionizing Recruitment in Sales
40:56 The Importance of Communication
43:05 Guiding Growth in Small Businesses
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What separates good leaders from great ones? In this compelling conversation, Willie Pietersen explores why the most effective leadership is built on a foundation of both competence and character. 💼🧭Key Highlights:🧱 Why true leadership requires both business acumen and moral courage🧱 The challenge of short-term pressures vs. long-term responsibility🧱 The power of shared purpose, belief systems, and strategic clarity🧱 Insights from military leadership and how “commander’s intent” applies to businessIf you're building strategy, shaping culture, or striving to inspire lasting results, this discussion offers a practical and principled framework for doing it right.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead:https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights!🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseai🚨 DON’T MISS OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOP 🚨~ Execution or Extinction: Leading Change in the Age of AI ~AI isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a leadership one. Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.✅ Learn how to:- Spot the silent saboteurs of change- Align beliefs, behaviors, and systems for real adoption- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines🎁 EXCLUSIVE BONUS:Each live event attendee gets a free 1:1 working session with the Guidewise team (a $250+ value) to help you apply what you learn directly to your organization.‼️‼️‼️ Seats are limited! Register now:👉 https://events.guidewise.ai/execution-or-extinction💡 Special Offer for Our Community of Implementors:~ Use promo code ‘implement’ when you register to waive your admission fee.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a candid, insight-packed conversation with Ted Shelton—COO of Inflection AI and veteran enterprise transformation leader—on the latest episode of Implementors. Drawing from decades of experience at Bain & Company, Cognizant, and now Inflection, Ted unpacks why so many enterprise AI initiatives stall out—and what leaders can do differently. From navigating cultural resistance to rethinking incentive structures and education, Ted lays out a clear-eyed framework for successful AI adoption. He shares practical lessons on experimentation, speed, and how to build internal labs that keep pace with exponential change. Most importantly, he explains why emotional intelligence is becoming the most underrated skill in enterprise transformation—and how leaders can build trust in an era of uncertainty. Whether you’re charting your first AI roadmap or wrestling with execution at scale, this episode offers hard-won wisdom to help you lead real, human-centered change.
ABOUT TED SHELTON: Ted Shelton is a seasoned enterprise strategist and transformation leader with deep expertise in AI implementation, organizational change, and digital operations. As Chief Operating Officer of Inflection AI, Ted helps large-scale organizations navigate the complex shift from idea to impact—leveraging advanced AI to enhance human collaboration, productivity, and decision-making.
With prior leadership roles at Bain & Company, Cognizant, and Genpact, Ted has spent decades guiding Fortune 500 companies through high-stakes technology transitions. At Inflection, he’s helping to redefine enterprise AI by focusing on speed, experimentation, and emotionally intelligent human-AI interactions. Ted is also the author of the widely followed “Infinite Future” newsletter, where he explores the intersection of exponential tech, leadership, and the future of work. His frameworks for enabling innovation—through executive education, employee empowerment, and AI innovation labs—have become go-to playbooks for enterprises seeking to move faster without losing trust or traction. Follow Ted on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tshelton/ Subscribe to his newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/infinite-future
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through impactful, enterprise AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.
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AI isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a leadership one. Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.
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- Align beliefs, behaviors, and systems for real adoption
- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines
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What’s the most powerful tool a leader can use? The right question. In this insightful conversation, Willie Pietersen explores how personal integrity and strategic clarity begin with learning to ask the right questions—of yourself and of the world around you. 🧭🗣️Key Highlights:❓ Why personal leadership starts with deep self-knowledge and moral clarity❓ The importance of having a personal “command center,” inspired by Marcus Aurelius❓ The 3 essential strategic questions every leader must answer❓ How Nelson Mandela’s inner transformation made peaceful change possibleWhether you're developing a business strategy or shaping your personal leadership style, this conversation offers a compelling blueprint for leading with conviction, courage, and curiosity.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead:https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights!🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseai🚨 DON’T MISS OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOP 🚨~ Execution or Extinction: Leading Change in the Age of AI ~AI isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a leadership one. Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.✅ Learn how to:- Spot the silent saboteurs of change- Align beliefs, behaviors, and systems for real adoption- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines🎁 EXCLUSIVE BONUS:Each live event attendee gets a free 1:1 working session with the Guidewise team (a $250+ value) to help you apply what you learn directly to your organization.‼️‼️‼️ Seats are limited! Register now:👉 https://events.guidewise.ai/execution-or-extinction💡 Special Offer for Our Community of Implementors:~ Use promo code ‘implement’ when you register to waive your admission fee.
Ideas are easy. AI implementation is hard. We make it smarter, faster, and more human. Subscribe now to lead AI change.Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for wide-ranging, real-world conversations with business leaders, educators, and AI practitioners recorded live at the Lancaster AI Symposium 2.0, hosted by the Lombardo College of Business at Millersville University of Pennsylvania. In this special episode of Implementors, you'll hear directly from the people building and deploying AI inside organizations—not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it. From last-mile solutions and value stream mapping to workforce reskilling and cultural readiness, these interviews surface the hard-won lessons from the front lines of AI implementation.ABOUT THE LANCASTER AI SYMPOSIUM: Held on April 4, 2025, at Millersville University’s Student Memorial Center, the Lancaster AI Symposium 2.0 brought together business leaders, educators, and technologists for a full day of keynotes, breakout sessions, demos, and hands‑on dialogue focused on emerging trends in AI. The event tackled real-world applications—from generative AI and workforce transformation to AI-driven education and ethical use—highlighting both strategic and operational insights in regional industries. Hosted by the dynamic Lombardo College of Business at Millersville University of Pennsylvania, led by Dean Marc Tomljanovich, the symposium showcased the College’s mission to blend business acumen and technological readiness. To learn more about the Lombardo College of Business, please visit: https://www.millersville.edu/business/. ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through responsible AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.🚨 DON’T MISS OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOP 🚨~ Execution or Extinction: Leading Change in the Age of AI ~Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.✅ Learn how to:- Spot the silent saboteurs of change- Align beliefs, behaviors, and systems for real adoption- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines🎁 EXCLUSIVE BONUS:Each live event attendee gets a free 1:1 working session with the Guidewise team (a $250+ value) to help you apply what you learn directly to your organization.‼️‼️‼️ Seats are limited! Register now:👉 https://events.guidewise.ai/execution-or-extinction💡 Special Offer for Our Community of Implementors:~ Use promo code ‘implement’ when you register to waive your admission fee.PODCAST LINKS:- Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod- Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guidewise-presents-implementors/id1678368738- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/guidewise-presents-implementorsSOCIAL:- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/implementorspod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/implementorspod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/implementorspod- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/implementorspod/
What can ancient wisdom teach us about leading in today’s world? In this enlightening conversation, we explore how timeless philosophical insights can transform how we lead, make decisions, and build ethical organizations.Key Highlights:📘 Confucius’s reminder: Great leadership starts with being a good human📘 Socrates and the art of asking powerful, non-threatening questions📘 Aristotle’s simple but profound definition of justice📘 Plato’s enduring definition of ethics—still unmatched 2,500 years laterWhether you're a business leader, educator, or change-maker, these philosophical frameworks offer fresh ways to lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction.📚 Purchase Leadership--The Inside Story: Time-Tested Prescriptions for Those Who Seek To Lead: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Inside-Story-Time-Tested-Prescriptions/dp/1953943403🌐 Learn More: https://williepietersen.com/📢 Stay Connected:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willie-pietersen► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/WillPietersen► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williepietersen1/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williepietersenauthor👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more leadership insights!🎙️ Implementors Podcast (Presented by Guidewise):►Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@implementorspod►Podcast Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/podcast/►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6uliK2fpHOOgjLDgUv1pNF?si=6520239306224710&nd=1►Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/implementors/id1678368738►Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8fcf7ddd-bf82-47cf-9339-efc29a75500d/implementors📱 Connect with Guidewise:► Homepage: https://www.guidewise.ai/► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@guidewiseai► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/guidewiseai► X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/guidewiseai► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidewiseai► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidewiseai🚨 DON’T MISS OUR UPCOMING WORKSHOP 🚨~ Execution or Extinction: Leading Change in the Age of AI ~AI isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a leadership one. Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.✅ Learn how to:- Spot the silent saboteurs of change- Align beliefs, behaviors, and systems for real adoption- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines🎁 EXCLUSIVE BONUS:Each live event attendee gets a free 1:1 working session with the Guidewise team (a $250+ value) to help you apply what you learn directly to your organization.‼️‼️‼️ Seats are limited! Register now:👉 https://events.guidewise.ai/execution-or-extinction💡 Special Offer for Our Community of Implementors:~ Use promo code ‘implement’ when you register to waive your admission fee.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a practical, forward-looking conversation with Baris Sen (Head of Growth) and Dominik Lambersy (Co-Founder & CEO) of TextCortex on the latest episode of Implementors. Baris and Dominik share how they’re tackling one of the biggest challenges in enterprise AI: building trust through personalized education and user-centric design. They explore what it takes to drive AI adoption across global markets, the cultural nuances that shape implementation, and why businesses must prioritize guided learning to close the gap between innovation and execution. Whether you're launching AI tools, scaling adoption inside your org, or just trying to help your team embrace what's next, this episode delivers actionable insights on aligning people, process, and product in the age of intelligent systems.
ABOUT TEXTCORTEX: TextCortex is an enterprise AI platform transforming how organizations engage with artificial intelligence—by making it personal, adaptive, and truly human-centric. Based in Berlin, the company empowers users to create their own AI agents, each tailored to reflect individual style, domain knowledge, values, and goals. With over 2 million users worldwide, TextCortex supports everything from individual productivity to complex team collaboration, positioning itself as a trusted partner for enterprise innovation and operational execution. Its emphasis on user education—through initiatives like the “AI Driver’s License”—makes it easier for organizations to build trust in AI from the ground up. Recognized as a Top 100 Fastest Growing Product of 2024 and a Top 10 Best AI Software Product of 2025 by G2, selected to the Capterra Shortlist in 2024 and 2025, and named by the European Commission and DT2 Invest as one of Europe’s 200 hottest early-stage AI startups, TextCortex is also backed by top-tier investors including Speedinvest and b2venture. Whether you're automating knowledge workflows, enhancing customer interactions, or scaling generative capabilities across your teams, TextCortex delivers AI that adapts to you—not the other way around. Learn more at https://textcortex.com.
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through responsible AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's AI strategy and change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.ai/contact/.
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~ Execution or Extinction: Leading Change in the Age of AI ~
AI isn’t just a tech challenge—it’s a leadership one. Join us for a high-impact workshop focused on the human side of AI transformation—the emotional resistance, cultural friction, and hidden belief breakdowns that quietly derail even the best-funded enterprise AI initiatives.
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- Lead with confidence in the age of intelligent machines
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What does it really take to be a leader today? In this compelling conversation, timeless principles of leadership are explored through the lenses of such diverse domains as philosophy, evolutionary science, and even astrophysics.
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✨ Why leadership is universal—across parenting, business, government, and beyond
✨ The difference between compliance and commitment—and how to inspire both thought and feeling
✨ How great leaders adapt by becoming learning systems
✨ The wisdom of philosophers, Darwin’s legacy, and cosmic humility in shaping purpose-driven leadership
This thought-provoking dialogue is infused with insights from psychology, history, and science. Whether you're leading a team, a community, or just trying to navigate life with intention—this one's for you.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for an engaging conversation with Vinod Kumar—Co-Founder and CEO of Syntheum—on the latest episode of Implementors. Vinod shares his journey building an AI-powered platform transforming the world of e-commerce merchandising, offering practical insights on how execution, trust, and agility fuel successful implementation in fast-moving markets. He explains why merchandising is the crucial link between brand and customer, how to build with customers (not just for them), and how AI is democratizing access to enterprise-grade tools for small businesses. Whether you're building AI solutions, navigating change management, or scaling innovation, this episode delivers sharp strategies and human-centered insights for making AI work in the real world.
ABOUT VINOD KUMAR: Vinod Kumar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Syntheum, an AI-powered e-commerce technology company revolutionizing how merchandisers work. Prior to founding Syntheum, Vinod held key leadership roles at Demandware and Salesforce, where he played a pivotal role in scaling digital commerce platforms for some of the world’s most recognized retail brands. With deep expertise in enterprise software, product development, and go-to-market strategy, Vinod brings a uniquely human-centered approach to digital transformation—focusing on execution, trust, and collaboration as drivers of success. Through Syntheum, he’s building platform-agnostic tools that democratize AI for small businesses and enterprise teams alike, empowering merchandisers to make smarter, faster decisions in a rapidly evolving digital economy. A passionate advocate for agile execution and customer-led product innovation, Vinod is helping reshape the future of commerce with AI at the core. Connect with Vinod on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvinod77/. Learn more about Syntheum: https://www.syntheum.ai
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through responsible AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.io/contact/.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a dynamic conversation with Geoffrey Moore—renowned business strategist, bestselling author of Crossing the Chasm, and one of the world’s top voices on technology adoption and innovation—on the latest episode of Implementors. Geoffrey reveals how emotional intelligence, pragmatic leadership, and trapped value analysis are critical to successfully navigating AI-driven transformation. He unpacks the types of AI reshaping the enterprise, the importance of understanding the technology adoption life cycle, and how to overcome the hidden barriers that stall innovation. Geoffrey also dives into the ethical obligations of modern businesses, the evolving role of personal development in the AI era, and why building a legacy of impact matters now more than ever. Whether you’re leading organizational change, scaling AI adoption, or shaping the future of your industry, this episode delivers practical frameworks and bold insights to help you turn disruption into lasting success.
ABOUT GEOFFREY MOORE: Geoffrey Moore is a globally renowned business strategist, bestselling author, and one of the foremost thought leaders on technology adoption and innovation. Best known for his seminal book Crossing the Chasm, Geoffrey has shaped how startups, Fortune 500 companies, and investors approach market disruption and scaling new technologies. With decades of experience advising companies like Salesforce, Microsoft, and Intel, he specializes in helping organizations navigate the critical transitions that define long-term success. Geoffrey’s frameworks around the Technology Adoption Life Cycle, Zone Management, and Trap Value Analysis have become foundational to modern business strategy. A sought-after keynote speaker and advisor, Geoffrey blends pragmatic leadership insights with deep expertise in change management, risk mitigation, and AI-driven business transformation. Connect with Geoffrey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreyamoore/. Read his recent LinkedIn newsletter article, 'AI, Trapped Value, Zone Management, and the Efficient Frontier of Risk', here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-trapped-value-zone-management-efficient-frontier-risk-moore-5gguc. Learn more about his latest thought leadership: https://geoffreyamoore.com/.
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through responsible AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies -- anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.io/contact/.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a dynamic conversation with Jim Huling—executive coach, LinkedIn Top Voice, and #1 bestselling author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution—on the latest episode of Implementors. Jim reveals how emotional intelligence, clarity of purpose, and values-driven leadership are the true drivers behind successful change adoption and strategy execution. He dives into the core principles of the 4DX framework, offering practical insights on setting Wildly Important Goals (WIGs), identifying lead measures, and creating cultures of commitment over compliance. Jim also unpacks the impact of the “whirlwind” on focus, the importance of engaging without crisis, and why the best leaders combine consistency with genuine care. Whether you’re leading through transformation, implementing AI, or aligning teams around a bold vision, this episode delivers timeless leadership wisdom for turning strategy into sustained impact.
ABOUT JIM HULING: Jim Huling is a globally respected executive coach, leadership consultant, and the #1 bestselling co-author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution, a framework that has transformed how organizations implement strategy and achieve breakthrough results. With over a decade of experience as a CEO and 14 years as the Global Managing Consultant for FranklinCovey, Jim has coached more than 70,000 leaders across Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits. He specializes in helping executives align vision with execution, create cultures of commitment, and lead with emotional intelligence. Jim is a LinkedIn Top Voice in executive coaching, a recipient of the Turknett National Leadership Character Award, and a trusted advisor to leaders navigating complex change. Through his work, Jim continues to inspire organizations to unlock performance, build high-performing teams, and lead with integrity and purpose. Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhuling/. Purchase The 4 Disciplines of Execution here: https://a.co/d/5Zqz6km.
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: At Guidewise, we blend operational expertise with AI-driven workforce analytics to guide enterprise organizations through responsible AI implementation, digital transformation, and change adoption. Aiding our industry experts, our software harnesses AI and machine learning to integrate real-time people data into adaptive change management strategies—anticipating challenges, minimizing resistance, and driving lasting success. Let's talk about your organization's change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.io/contact/.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a powerful conversation with Dr. Ilke Demir—Senior Staff Research Scientist at Intel and the visionary behind FakeCatcher—on the latest episode of Implementors. Ilke unpacks the dual nature of artificial intelligence, diving into the implications of deepfakes, the race for content authenticity, and the tools we need to stay ahead of AI-generated misinformation. She shares the groundbreaking work behind FakeCatcher, Intel’s deepfake detection platform that leverages biological signals to identify synthetic content, and offers a compelling vision for AI as both a threat and a solution. Ilke also explores her role in initiatives like C2PA, the ethics of digital identity, and how to balance AI innovation with responsibility and trust. Whether you're an AI leader, digital security professional, or simply curious about the evolving landscape of generative media, this episode provides essential insights into the future of content integrity and the technologies safeguarding it.
ABOUT DR. ILKE DEMIR: Dr. Ilke Demir is a leading computer vision and AI researcher, currently serving as a Senior Staff Research Scientist at Intel. She is the creator of FakeCatcher, a cutting-edge deepfake detection platform, and an internationally recognized expert in generative models, digital content authenticity, and geospatial machine learning. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Purdue University, Ilke has held research positions at Facebook, Pixar, and DeepScale, contributing to advancements in AI across industries. Her work spans from computational geometry to protecting digital identity through trustworthy media, and she serves as an ACM Distinguished Speaker. Ilke's research has been featured in top-tier venues such as CVPR, SIGGRAPH, and ICCV, and she continues to lead the charge in the ethical deployment of AI technologies. Connect with Ilke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilkedemir/.
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: Guidewise is a next-gen consulting firm that fuses operational expertise with AI-powered workforce analytics to intelligently guide enterprises through successful change adoption, digital transformation, and implementation. Aiding our subject matter experts, our proprietary software leverages AI and machine learning to quantify and integrate deep people data directly into change management practices in real time. This adaptive infrastructure helps organizations anticipate, mitigate, and overcome resistance, ensuring seamless workforce adoption with minimal disruption. In an era of constant change, successful adoption matters more than ever. Guidewise ensures organizations implement, adapt, and thrive. Let's talk about your organization's change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.io/contact/.
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Join host Ted Wolf, Co-Founder & CEO of Guidewise, for a bold conversation with Juliette Denny—EdTech innovator, founder of Iridescent Technology, and the visionary behind Zavmo AI—on the latest episode of Implementors. Juliette dives into the transformative potential of AI-powered personalized learning, revealing how Zavmo AI is reshaping workforce education by tailoring training to individual needs, preferences, and neurodiversity. She explores why traditional learning management systems fall short, how AI can drive measurable behavior change, and why personalization is the future of corporate training. Juliette also shares her bold predictions for the future of education, the role of data in shaping smarter learning paths, and how to humanize AI to build better engagement. Whether you're a business leader, L&D professional, or curious about the evolving landscape of learning and development, this episode delivers actionable insights on using AI to build more agile, effective, and empowered teams.
ABOUT JULIETTE DENNY: Juliette Denny is a trailblazing EdTech entrepreneur and learning engagement expert with over two decades of experience revolutionizing corporate training. As the founder of Growth Engineering and Iridescent Technology, she has built award-winning platforms that combine gamification, neuroscience, and AI to drive meaningful behavior change and skill development. Her latest innovation, Zavmo AI, is an AI-powered learning companion designed to deliver highly personalized, adaptive learning experiences that empower learners across industries. Juliette is passionate about democratizing education, championing neurodiversity, and making learning engaging, human-centered, and impactful. Connect with Juliette: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliettedyson/. Learn more about Zavmo AI: https://www.iridescenttechnology.ai/.
ABOUT GUIDEWISE: Guidewise is a next-gen consulting firm that fuses operational expertise with AI-powered workforce analytics to intelligently guide enterprises through successful change adoption, digital transformation, and implementation. Aiding our subject matter experts, our proprietary software leverages AI and machine learning to quantify and integrate deep people data directly into change management practices in real time. This adaptive infrastructure helps organizations anticipate, mitigate, and overcome resistance, ensuring seamless workforce adoption with minimal disruption. In an era of constant change, successful adoption matters more than ever. Guidewise ensures organizations implement, adapt, and thrive. Let's talk about your organization's change adoption needs today: https://www.guidewise.io/contact/.
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