In this conversation, Cyndi Choung shares her extensive experience in consulting and industry roles, discussing the unique aspects of both environments. The discussion delves into the challenges of business silos, particularly between IT and business, and how AI can play a role in breaking these down. Cyndi emphasizes the importance of leadership in guiding AI adoption and setting a clear vision for its integration into business processes. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of jobs in an AI-driven world and the critical need for data quality to ensure AI's success.

• (00:00:00) - Business Uncomplicated: AI, Leadership, Business Silos
• (00:01:08) - Cindy Knows Everything About Technology and Business Strategy
• (00:02:46) - Cindy Chung
• (00:05:51) - Working in Industry vs. Consulting
• (00:08:03) - Ex-Consultant on the Other Side
• (00:11:18) - Questions for Leaders in AI and Leadership
• (00:12:35) - Business Silos
• (00:13:37) - The Business vs. the Silo
• (00:17:43) - On Breaking the Silos
• (00:22:02) - CIO Network: The AI Silos
• (00:26:59) - Payroll Executive: AI Is Here to Stay
• (00:31:01) - Will AI Make More Jobs Vacant?
• (00:35:56) - How to Coach Your Salesperson
• (00:36:58) - What Makes a Good Salesperson?
• (00:38:25) - Leadership: Art vs. Science in the AI Era
• (00:42:20) - What's the Role of Leaders in AI?
• (00:45:31) - Does a Leader Need a Strategy?
• (00:47:19) - The Script is the Foundation of a Movie