Your AI Roadmap

• Allegory of the 5 Companies: Which Do YOU Believe Will Be Around in a Decade?

  What types of companies will be around in 10 years? In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the allegory of 4... well 5 companies in the dairy industry to illustrate different approaches to adopting AI and technology. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity, engagement, and upskilling in ensuring long-term business success. The conversation explores the varying mindsets of companies regarding AI, highlighting the potential for innovation and growth in the face of technological change.We will be talking about companies that have their head in sand, bottoms up, employee approaches, top down approaches, truly turning the ship, and the lean new competitors…Which do YOU think will be around in a decade?Also…Work at a dairy company? Get in touch!Want to give us some constructive feedback on the podcast?Want to work with Joan and the Clarity AI team?Get in touch by emailing us: [email protected] about Joan and Clarity AI helping companies craft their AI roadmaps and future-proof themselves: joanpbajorek.com--Our episode about Aragon.ai: AI Tools I Love #2: Aragon.ai: AI Makes Quality Headshots of You for $35: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2358279/episodes/16318361Takeaways from the episode🔮 Future-proofing: Future-proofing businesses requires a proactive approach to change.🚀 Disruption: Emerging companies can disrupt traditional industries by leveraging technology effectively.🧠 Mindset: The mindset of company leaders significantly impacts their willingness to adopt new technologies.📚 Upskilling: Upskilling employees is essential in adapting to technological advancements.🥛 Dairy Industry: The dairy industry serves as a metaphor for broader business challenges. Joan's team Clarity AI is niching down into traditionally blue collar and trade sectors with open-minded stakeholders who want to have huge impact.Citations for companies with small teams that have called to millions in revenue with less than 50 employees: Support the showLearn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with Joan on LinkedIn✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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• Building AI Castles: 3 Takeaways from Customer Stories in AI Product Development

  What does it mean to build AI products in 2025? What conversations are being had behind closed doors? Let's talk about it-In this episode of Your AI Roadmap, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the evolving landscape of AI product development, emphasizing the importance of integrating AI into workflows, the necessity of a solid data infrastructure, and the potential for aligned financial incentives between developers and customers. She shares insights from her experiences with customers, highlighting the need for collaboration and adaptability in the face of changing technology. Joan also touches on the future of AI development, advocating for a flexible approach to building products that can evolve with market demands. Modularity! Don't fall in love with only one model!Want to talk about your project? Contact us at [email protected] customer testimonials and more: HireClarity.aiTakeaways🧠 Intelligence: AI integration is crucial in product development📊 Data: Quality data can be more valuable than the product itself💰 Cost: Using AI tools can significantly reduce project costs🔄 Adaptation: Continuous adaptation is necessary in AI development🤝 Collaboration: Working with customers enhances project outcomesSupport the showLearn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with Joan on LinkedIn✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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• Turning CO2 into Graphite: Climate Innovation with Homeostasis from French Fest Fireside Chat

  Have you heard about turning carbon dioxide turning into graphite? In this lively fireside chat, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek sits down with CEO and co-founder Makoto Eyre to explore why new ideas in climate tech matter more than ever—especially when it comes to tackling carbon dioxide’s impact on our planet.  Homeostasis turns CO2 into industrial graphite. What can we do with industrial graphite? Learn more in this episode.Hear from people at the event ask questions in this live recording from the French Fest in Seattle recorded March 23, 2025.Sound Bites: 💡 “Who would like to make it past 2060 on this planet?” – Joan🌱 “We have 25 years to change course on this boat.” – Makoto🔥 “We need to build an industry that, by weight, is processing more material than oil and gas combined in 25 years.” – MakotoHomeostasis: https://www.homeostasis.earthMakoto Eyre on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/makotoeyreTakeaways🔥 CO2 acts as a greenhouse gas, contributing to global warming.🌱 Climate tech innovation is crucial if we want to be on this planet by 2060.♻️ Homeostasis focuses on carbon utilization to create valuable materials.🔋 Graphite is essential for lithium-ion batteries and clean energy.🏠 Domestic sourcing of graphite is vital for energy independence.🔌 Batteries are embedded in many products like phones, computers, and EVs.💪 Humans can effectively tackle climate challenges with the right incentives.Support the showLearn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with Joan on LinkedIn✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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• OpenAI in 2025: 5 Reasons I'm Betting Against Them

  Let's talk about OpenAI's viability as a company. In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses OpenAI and its flagship product, ChatGPT, while expressing concerns about the company's future. Hear the detailed feedback and make up your own opinion about whether OpenAI will be one of the big winners in a 5-10 year time span.She outlines five key reasons for her skepticism and Joan emphasizes the importance of understanding the market dynamics and encourages listeners to remain cautiously optimistic while exploring AI tools.Episodes Cited:Why is AI taking off now? Technical Trifecta for AI: GPUs, Big Data, and Machine LearningBONUS DeepSeek Shocks the Market! Competitive Strengths and WeaknessesAI Tools I Love #3: Perplexity: Search with Citations, Images, and No Ads (for now)Sound Bites"I'm betting against them.""Volatile leadership is a concern."Takeaways💰 Profitability is a major concern for OpenAI.⚖️ OpenAI's leadership has faced significant instability.🚀 Competitors like Anthropic and Perplexity are gaining traction.🌐 The AI landscape is becoming increasingly competitive.💡 What is the road to profitability?Spending $700k per day: https://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-chatgpt-costs-openai-to-run-estimate-report-2023-4?op=1$20k per month “PhD Agent”: https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/openai-reportedly-plans-to-charge-up-to-20000-a-month-for-specialized-ai-agents/?guccounter=1OpenAI Is Growing Fast and Burning Through Piles of Money (NYT, 2024): Support the showLearn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with Joan on LinkedIn✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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• BONUS: I got laid off, then I closed an $100k contract

  Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares her personal journey from being laid off to closing her first $100k contract and establishing 22 income streams, emphasizing the need for individuals to create their own stability in an uncertain job market.Bajorek discusses the importance of diversifying income streams and building financial resilience. She talks through how to build a simple offer with a tutoring example.📑 Resources:📚 See Joan's 22 income streams in Chapter 9 of Your AI Roadmap Book💰Money Tools: such as a High Yield Savings Account📄Craigslist Post showing Joan's offer tutoring in grad school!Joan provides practical advice on how to start side hustles, monetize skills, and shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and opportunity.Takeaways:🏗 Developing resilience through multiple income streams is crucial.🏦 Passive income sources can provide financial stability.🛠 Creating an offer based on your skills can lead to additional income.🌱 You can start small and scale your income streams over time.💡 There are many opportunities to monetize your skills and experiences.Sound Bites"Some of the income streams are passive.""How I could monetize my experience.""Entrepreneurship is basic algebra."Support the showLearn MoreYouTube! Watch the episode live @YourAIRoadmapConnect with Joan on LinkedIn✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!Who is Joan? Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.Disclaimer: Our links may have affiliate codes. This is an educational podcast and not intended as legal, career, or financial advice. Seek professional gu...

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