In this episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl sits down again with CEO and author Trey Taylor for a candid conversation on AI, culture, and the future of leadership. Trey explains why AI is no longer optional, how leaders can avoid lazy thinking, and what's driving the rapid rise of Latino-owned businesses in the U.S.

He shares insights on balancing culture, people, and numbers—his signature "three things"—while adapting to tools that change faster than organizations can keep up. Trey also gives practical examples of AI improving operations, decision-making, and customer impact.

Listen and learn how to lead with clarity in a changing world.

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In this episode, Carl J. Cox talks with global speaker and executive coach Dona Amelia about why leaders need safe spaces to grow. Dona shares her upbringing in rural Indonesia, her rise as a performer and executive, and how those experiences shaped her belief that leaders can only grow when they have a place to speak honestly, ask real questions, and receive support without judgment.

She explains how peer networks, shared experiences, and diverse perspectives help executives make better decisions and avoid isolation at the top.

If you've ever felt pressure to know everything or carry everything alone, this conversation will resonate.

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In this episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl sits down with digital marketing expert Dave Burnett to unpack the seismic shift happening in search and AI. Dave explains why Google is no longer the only place customers look for answers and how large language models are reshaping discoverability. He shares lessons from his own journey—partnership failures, business resilience, and recovering from a traumatic brain injury—and how those experiences shaped how he leads today.

Dave outlines the new rules of digital visibility, why PR is becoming essential, and how companies can position themselves to be found in AI-generated results. If your business relies on search, this episode gives you clear steps to stay ahead.

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