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In this episode, I talk to Danoosh Kapadia, an AI educator and strategist who helps leaders turn AI hype into real strategic advantage.

He’s worked with executives through workshops, keynotes, and coaching, and previously helped scale General Assembly and launch IDEO U.

We explore how to use AI like a $700/hr consultant, why generalists will thrive, and which skills still matter in a fast-changing world.

Show Notes:

• 00:00 – Danoosh’s Journey: From Engineer to AI Educator
• 07:45 – How AI Is Changing Education and Skill Value
• 14:10 – Taste, Curation, and the Rise of Generalists
• 21:00 – Tactics vs. Models: What Really Matters Now
• 33:10 – AI + Frameworks: Better Than Most Consultants?
• 41:00 – How to Make Better Decisions with AI
• 53:10 – Habits, Uncertainty, and Who Will Thrive

Connect with Danoosh:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danooshk/

Workshops: https://www.danooshkapadia.com/ai-workshops

Website: https://www.danooshkapadia.com/

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