In this episode of the ‘Portfolio Executive’ hosts Gareth Wax and Valerie Merrill chat with Tom O’Kelly and Andrew Stickland diving into the art of leading when everything feels uncertain. From navigating fast-moving challenges to making clear, confident decisions under pressure, our experts unpack what it really takes to stay steady in turbulent times.

You’ll discover:

•Why staying calm and focusing on what doesn’t change is your biggest advantage

•How small, decisive steps can cut through uncertainty

•The importance of creating a safe space for honest, transparent conversations

•When to limit change to avoid overwhelm and decision paralysis

•How to reframe chaos as a catalyst for growth and innovation

TimeStamps

00:00 – Introduction: What Does It Mean to Lead Through Chaos?

01:56 – Understanding Chaos: When and Why It Happens

03:48 – Clarity in Crisis: The Power of Small Steps

05:23 – Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Adapting on the Go

07:29 – Building Trust: Creating Space for Honest Dialogue

09:08 – Governance Matters: Tracking Decisions Effectively

11:20 – Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Overwhelm & Overthinking

13:02 – Visual Tools for Simplifying Complexity

15:14 – Balancing Risk and Growth in Uncertain Markets

15:58 – Spotting Opportunity in the Midst of Chaos

Guest & Host Links:

Tom O’Kelly: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/tom-okelly/ 

Andrew Stickland: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/andrew-stickland/ 

Valerie Merrill: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/valerie-merrill/ 

Gareth Wax: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/gareth-wax/ 

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In this episode of the ‘Portfolio Executive’ hosts Gareth Wax and Valerie Merrill chat with Andrew Stickland and Robin Davis exploring how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workplace, from boosting efficiency to introducing new risks that professionals can’t afford to ignore. They break down the realities of working with AI today—covering prompt engineering, accuracy challenges, ethical concerns, and the evolving role of creativity in an AI-driven world.

You’ll discover:

•Why prompt engineering is quickly becoming a critical career skill

•How and why AI “hallucinates”—and what that means for your work

•Practical ways to validate and verify AI-generated outputs

•The hidden risks of using AI without proper governance or guardrails

•How deepfakes and AI-generated content are reshaping trust

•The balance between AI automation and human creativity

•How professionals can leverage AI to enhance—not replace—their work

TimeStamps

00:00 – Introduction to AI and the Panel

01:09 – How Experts Use AI in Their Work

01:52 – The Art & Science of Prompt Engineering

02:59 – AI Challenges: Inconsistency & Cognitive Drift

03:58 – AI Hallucinations and Accuracy Risks

05:07 – Why Validation Matters

06:05 – Legal and Ethical Concerns

07:17 – Should AI Be Regulated?

08:10 – Training Users to Think Critically

08:56 – Governance and Ethical Guardrails

10:02 – Shadow AI and Lack of Oversight

11:10 – Deepfakes and AI Misinformation

11:41 – AI’s Impact on Art and Creativity

12:42 – AI as a Creative Tool

13:27 – Enhancing Creativity with AI

15:00 – The Rise of Prompt Engineering Careers

Guest & Host Links:

Robin Davis: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/robin-davis/

Andrew Stickland: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/andrew-stickland/ 

Valerie Merrill: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/valerie-merrill/ 

Gareth Wax: https://portfolioexecutive.biz/executive/gareth-wax/  

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Featuring Gareth Wax, Valerie Merrill and Charles McLachlan.

You can find more information here:

https://portfolioexecutive.biz/

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