#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

Most AI projects don’t fail because of bad tech—they fail because of bad leadership. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John breaks down what really makes or breaks an AI initiative. It’s not about the tools, it’s about ownership, trust,...
#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#73 – Beating the AI Odds with Jason Beutler

Most AI projects fail—but they don’t have to. In this episode of the Dataliction podcast, John, Travis, and Jason Beutler break down why 95% of AI initiatives are missing the mark. They explore the real cost of poor implementation, the danger of closed models,...
#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#72 – Systems Over Sparks

AI isn’t about tools—it’s about systems. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John unpacks the real reason most AI efforts stall out: weak organizational systems. With 79% of companies piloting AI but only 27% scaling it, the problem isn’t...
#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#71 – MIT State of AI in Business 2025

Most AI projects are failing—here’s how to avoid becoming another statistic. In this episode of the Dataliction Podcast, John and Travis tackle the hard truth behind AI adoption: 95% of initiatives are failing. They explore why so many companies get it wrong,...
#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#69 – The 2025 Forrester Report on AI Strategy

95% of AI initiatives are failing—and it’s not because of the tech. In this episode of the Dataliction Podcast, John and Travis break down why so many companies are struggling to adopt AI effectively. From back office automation to shadow adoption risks, they...
#74 – The Real Reason AI Doesn’t Work

#68 – Structure Is Strategy

Structure isn’t neutral—it’s shaping your outcomes whether you know it or not. In this episode of Dataliction Essentials, John unpacks the hidden influence of organizational structure on growth, performance, and culture. He introduces the three essential...