Pär Edin, who leads AI transformation at KPMG, and host Johannes Deubener discuss the evolution of human intelligence and its implications for AI adoption. They explore the psychological barriers that hinder organizations from embracing AI, the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety, and the role of behavioral science in driving change. Pär also provides insights into overcoming resistance to change, the economic implications of AI, and the challenges organizations face in moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Pär Edin: A Unique Career Path

04:01 Lessons from the European Space Agency

06:47 Embracing the Unexpected: Career Decisions that Changed Everything

09:12 Cultural Insights: AI and Technology Adoption Across Organizations

12:10 The Human Element: Overcoming Barriers to AI Adoption

18:01 The Stone Age Brain: Evolution and Survival Mechanisms

26:13 Fear and Resistance to Change in the Modern Workplace

29:40 The Role of AI in Transforming Work Dynamics

32:49 Overcoming Psychological Barriers to AI Adoption

38:15 Practical Strategies for Leaders to Foster Change

46:23 The Exponential Growth of AI Adoption

56:09 Navigating Pilot Purgatory to Full-Scale Deployment

01:01:09 The Future of Hybrid Workforces and AI Integration

01:08:05 Embracing Change: Advice for Navigating AI Transformation

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Don't be shy and come say hi:

Connect with Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesdeubener/

Follow Pär: https://www.linkedin.com/in/p%C3%A4r-edin-42b756/

Read about more about Pär's work at KPMG in Magnate View Magazine's cover story which recently named him one of five "Pioneering Leaders shaping the future in 2025": https://magnateview.com/top-5-pioneering-leaders-shaping-the-future-in-2025-dec25-6/

Check out KPMG: https://kpmg.com/us/en.html

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