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Podcast: Abstract Essay
Episode: Abstract Essay, now in its sixth season, features Jeff Niebuhr, an executive leader working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, operational strategy, and organizational change, as my guest. In this episode, we explore how forward-thinking leaders are integrating AI into complex operational environments while navigating the cultural and structural shifts that accompany technological transformation. Jeff shares insights from his leadership experience on how organizations can balance innovation with stability, empower teams during periods of disruption, and use data-driven intelligence to improve decision-making and performance. Our conversation dives into the practical realities of implementing AI in real-world organizations, the human side of change management, and the strategic mindset required to lead effectively in an era where technology is rapidly redefining how businesses operate.
Description: Jeff NiebuhrExecutive leadership at the intersection of AI, operations, and change.I’ve spent my career leading large, complex technology and delivery organizations through periods of significant change — from modernization and scale to restructuring and execution under real-world constraints.I’ve led global teams of hundreds, delivered mission-critical platforms, and operated at the intersection of strategy and execution where plans either work in practice or fail quickly. Much of my experience comes from roles where transformation wasn’t optional and outcomes mattered — to customers, teams, and the business.On podcasts, I bring a...