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#75 – The Road Ahead, Part 1: AI, Consulting & What We’ve Learned So Far

I isn’t magic—it’s a mirror.

In this episode of The Dataliction Podcast, John and Travis reflect on what they’ve learned while on the road consulting with companies trying to adopt AI. They unpack the surprises, the missed opportunities, and the hard lessons about what’s working (and what’s not). From overhyped expectations to poor data foundations, the conversation reveals why the human element still matters more than ever in the age of AI. If you’re navigating AI in your business, this episode is a reality check worth hearing.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to AI Consulting on the Road
03:01 Surprises in AI Utilization
06:01 Over-Optimism and Misunderstandings of AI
08:55 Data Quality and AI Effectiveness
11:59 Opportunities for AI Integration
15:07 The Human Element in AI
17:57 Mistakes and Lessons Learned
20:55 Final Thoughts on AI and Business Consulting

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