If you've ever wondered how to actually navigate the AI revolution—without getting crushed by it—then you must hear this one. John Girard, serial tech CEO and modern-day philosopher, breaks down what most businesses are getting dangerously wrong about AI adoption—and what to do instead.

This isn’t just about optimizing workflows—it’s really about whether your business survives the next decade. We unpack the AI enablement wave, why it’s eerily similar to the dot-com boom (and bust), and how solopreneurs and Fortune 50s alike can avoid becoming obsolete. Whether you're a curious founder, a hesitant exec, or a policy-overwhelmed leader, this convo is your wake-up call.

• Why every business is now an AI business (even if it doesn’t know it yet)
• The 5 core areas where AI will hit first: customer support, sales, marketing, HR, and operations
• John’s wild vision of “AI enablement consultants” as the new web designers of the 2000s
• What most companies get totally wrong about AI strategy
• The “AI policy vs. AI framework” debate—and where to start
• Shocking story: how one company 2X’d their valuation with just 10% of their AI plan implemented
• Mischa and John’s honest take on aging, AI longevity, and the spiritual implications of large language models
• Startup throwbacks: what dot-com era lessons still hold true in 2025
• Why teenagers and solopreneurs may secretly have a leg up in this next tech wave

Connect with John's on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-girard-a4916/

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What do you do when everything feels like it’s falling apart—but everyone’s looking to you for answers?

If you’ve ever found yourself in the hot seat—navigating chaos, leading a team through tough transitions, or questioning your own leadership instincts—this episode is your playbook for clarity under pressure.

In this raw and energizing convo, I sit down with Deb Coviello, aka the Drop-In CEO, who literally steps into companies in crisis and helps them not just survive, but recalibrate and lead stronger than ever. We dive into the messy middle of leadership—the breakdowns, the blindspots, and the surprising truths most execs overlook.

This isn’t just about fixing problems—it’s really about rediscovering your compass as a leader, so you can build trust, empower your people, and steer your org in a whole new direction.

Show Notes:

In this episode, I interview Deb Coviello, founder of Illumination Partners, host of The Drop-In CEO podcast, and author of The CEO’s Compass, about what it truly takes to lead when you’re dropped into the deep end.

We unpack:

• The hidden toll of executive leadership during crisis moments—and how to regain your footing fast
• How Deb “drops in” to stabilize chaotic organizations and help leaders build trust quickly
• Why the real problem usually isn’t what’s on the surface (and what to look for instead)
• The emotional weight leaders carry—and the mindset shift required to lead with confidence
• How to re-anchor your leadership using “The CEO’s Compass” when your team feels lost

Deb brings years of experience helping senior leaders not only find clarity in chaos but lead stronger on the other side. For more, connect with Deb on LinkedIn or visit her at dropinceo.com.

This conversation is packed with hard truths and empowering reframes for any founder, exec, or team leader facing tough calls. Because sometimes leadership means walking into the storm—and walking your people back out with you.

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What if your next big client isn’t ignoring you—they just don’t understand you yet?

In this powerful conversation, Greg Chick unpacks the mindset shift that turned his decades of sales rejection into a system of trust, clarity, and sustainable client growth.

This isn’t just about financial services—it’s about the universal moment where we realize: people don't buy because they’re not sold... they buy because they’re finally clear.

If you've ever felt stuck chasing leads, wondering why great conversations aren't converting—this episode will completely reframe how you think about rejection, follow-up, and building real relationships in business.

Guest: Greg Chick
Host: Mischa Zvegintzov
🎧 Listen: Simplecast Episode Link
🌐 Connect with Greg: club65advisor.com

Why “no” is often just “not yet”—and what to do in that space

The client education-first model that transformed Greg’s outreach

How Medicare workshops became a surprising trust engine

Why The Advisor Playbook helped Greg create business clarity and calm

A new lens on sales: from performance to purpose

📘 Mentioned Book:
The Advisor Playbook: Regain liberation and order in your personal and professional life by Duncan McPherson
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