We can surf this hundred-foot AI wave if we take this as a team sport.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives deep into the human side of the AI revolution, asking an essential question: Is our true superpower found not in machines, but in our own human potential? Ana explores the… Continue reading AI Won’t Save Us—But Our Human Potential Might The post AI Won’t Save Us—But Our Human Potential Might appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

It is essential to know where we want to go. Otherwise, we will end up very fast, very far away in a place we don't want to be.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the second crucial mindset shift needed to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for positive and… Continue reading From Exhaustion to Engagement: A Mindset Shift for the Age of AI The post From Exhaustion to Engagement: A Mindset Shift for the Age of AI appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Humans, walking and taking bags of water and trace chemicals that we are, have managed to convince well-organized sand to pretend to think like us.” – Ethan Mollick In this episode, Ana Melikian challenges the common “us vs. them” mindset when it comes to technology, especially in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Ana takes listeners… Continue reading Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI The post Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

If you are in the business world, in the present moment, you are facing the hundred foot wave of the AI disruption.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives into the tumultuous yet opportunity-rich world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for the business landscape. Using the metaphor of a “hundred-foot… Continue reading 100-Foot AI Wave: Lessons from Portugal’s Big Wave Surfing The post 100-Foot AI Wave: Lessons from Portugal’s Big Wave Surfing appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Experiential retreats are powerful; they create something deeply transformational.” – Sheri Rosenthal In this episode, host Ana Melikian opens the floor to Sheri Rosenthal, a retreat strategist and founder known for orchestrating transformative experiences. Sheri shares the heartfelt impact that her first retreat experience had on her life, marking a turning point more profound than… Continue reading Retreats: Deepening Our Humanity in a Digital Age | With Sheri Rosenthal The post Retreats: Deepening Our Humanity in a Digital Age | With Sheri Rosenthal appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

We all fall prey to power blindness.” – Jamie Woolf In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with Jamie Woolf, the first Director of Culture at Pixar Animation Studios, to delve into why good people often become bad bosses. Drawing from her TED Talk and rich experience with companies like Pixar and Google, Jamie explains… Continue reading Why Good People Become Bad Bosses with Jamie Woolf The post Why Good People Become Bad Bosses with Jamie Woolf appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Your accent is the sound map of your life.” – Dr. Leslie Gordon In this episode, Ana Melikian sits down with Dr. Leslie Gordon to delve into the nuances of finding your authentic voice. They explore how authenticity in communication goes beyond just words and articulation, emphasizing a holistic integration of mind, body, and speech.… Continue reading Voice, Identity, and Influence: Insights with Dr. Leslie Gordon The post Voice, Identity, and Influence: Insights with Dr. Leslie Gordon appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

What you focus on is what you get more of.” – Cindy Zurchin In this episode, host Ana Melikian speaks with Dr. Cindy Zurchin, a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in transforming workplace culture, about the power of creating fun and thriving work environments. Cindy enlightens us on how incorporating trust, positivity,… Continue reading Nine to Five Can Be Fun: Transforming Toxic Workplace Cultures with Cindy Zurchin The post Nine to Five Can Be Fun: Transforming Toxic Workplace Cultures with Cindy Zurchin appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Organizations need to understand what AI can do and can't do. Start creating the best use cases within their organizations and also train people on how to use them responsibly.” – Diana Kelley In this episode, host Ana Melikian delves into the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in today's world, particularly in the business… Continue reading Surfing the AI Wave: A Conversation with Diana Kelley on Security and Innovation The post Surfing the AI Wave: A Conversation with Diana Kelley on Security and Innovation appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

It's about being bold, breaking away from what I describe as the sea of sameness.” – Arra Yerganian In this episode, Ana Melikian welcomes Arra Yerganian, a seasoned executive and visionary leader, to discuss a transformative approach to education. Together, they delve into the limitations of the traditional factory model of education and the innovative… Continue reading Breaking the Sea of Sameness: How to Drive Innovation and Impact in Education | With Arra Yerganian The post Breaking the Sea of Sameness: How to Drive Innovation and Impact in Education | With Arra Yerganian appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Joy and success are exactly tied together.” – Kevin Surace In this episode of the Mindset Zone, host Ana Melikian welcomes Kevin Surace, a Silicon Valley innovator, entrepreneur, and futurist. Kevin delves into his intriguing concept of the “Joy Success Cycle.” He challenges traditional views of success and demonstrates how moments of joy throughout the… Continue reading The Joy-Success Cycle: A Revolutionary Mindset for the AI Age| With Kevin Surace The post The Joy-Success Cycle: A Revolutionary Mindset for the AI Age| With Kevin Surace appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

What you do not wanna do is just copy and paste AI's outputs.” – Andy O'Bryan In this episode, host Ana Melikian welcomes Andy O'Bryan, a pioneer in AI-enhanced copywriting, to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the business world. Andy shares his initial apprehensions and eventual embrace of AI technologies like ChatGPT,… Continue reading Humanizing AI: The Key to Authentic and Impactful Communication With Andy O’Bryan The post Humanizing AI: The Key to Authentic and Impactful Communication With Andy O’Bryan appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

No man ever steps in the same river twice for it's not the same river and it's not the same man.” – Heraclitus In this episode, Ana Melikian takes us on a philosophical journey through the concept of change and how it shapes our mindsets and our world. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the MINDSET… Continue reading Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds The post Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Knowing that relapse is common and even a part of the change process helps you move forward.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the complexities of learning and change, especially how we can learn from our mistakes and missteps. Ana highlights an error she made on the show… Continue reading Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth The post Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…

Starting to understand why it's so difficult to change and maybe understanding how the change process works really can help you achieve your goals.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the complexities of the change process and why achieving personal change can be so challenging. As this year marks the… Continue reading Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation The post Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation appeared first on Ana Melikian, Ph.D. .…