Work & Worldview

<p>Svetlana Makarova shares her journey from growing up in Eastern Europe to becoming a leader in AI and healthcare. She discusses the cultural values instilled in her during childhood, her curiosity about human behavior, and her academic pursuits in psychology and biochemistry.</p><p>Svetlana emphasizes the importance of navigating ambiguity, her experiences in healthcare, and how she has leveraged AI to improve processes. Svetlana Makarova discusses the intersection of AI, change management, and the importance of empathy in leadership. She emphasizes the need for transparency and trust during AI transitions, highlighting the human element that must be preserved in customer service and healthcare. </p><p>Makarova also addresses the anxiety leaders face regarding AI implementation and the necessity of a human-first approach to technology. </p><p>The discussion culminates in insights on how to navigate the complexities of AI in business, ensuring that organizations adapt effectively while maintaining their core values.</p>

<p>If you are unfamiliar with the terms Responsible AI, and AI Ethics, this interview is for you.</p><p>Olivia Gambelin shares her unique journey from a culturally rich upbringing in a Catholic family and experiencing other denominations first-hand in schools to becoming an AI ethicist navigating the legislative realm of Brussels and the tech landscape of Silicon Valley. She discusses the integration of faith and technology, the implications of the EU AI Act, and the importance of understanding AI risk assessment. Olivia emphasizes the need for human values in AI development and the significance of responsible AI practices. The conversation also touches on the future of AI ethics, the challenges faced in the industry, and the importance of aligning technology with human needs and values.</p><p></p><p><strong>Olivia Gambelin Contact Information &amp; Links</strong></p><p>contact: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oliviagambelin.com/contact">https://www.oliviagambelin.com/contact</a></p><p>website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://oliviagambelin.com">https://oliviagambelin.com</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: / oliviagambelin </p><p>YouTube: / @oliviagambelin </p><p></p><p><strong>Media References</strong></p><p>Olivia Gambelin’s TEDx Talk</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tedxpatras.com/talks/technolo">https://tedxpatras.com/talks/technolo</a>...</p><p>As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Therefore I earn a small commission on purchases from the following Amazon links - and every bit helps support this channel!</p><p></p><p><strong>Book: Responsible AI: Implement an Ethical Approach in your Organization</strong></p><p>by Olivia Gambelin</p><p>( hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4akBg0l">https://amzn.to/4akBg0l</a> | paperback: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/492nJrQ">https://amzn.to/492nJrQ</a> | Kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/492nJrQ">https://amzn.to/492nJrQ</a> )</p><p>Book: (Working title) Not Every Solution Has a Problem</p><p>by Olivia Gambelin</p><p>( forthcoming )</p><p></p><p><strong>Book: You Are Not a Gadget: A Manifesto</strong></p><p>by Jaron Lanier</p><p>( hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3YYMkJu">https://amzn.to/3YYMkJu</a> | paperback: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3YYMkJu">https://amzn.to/3YYMkJu</a> | Kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4joqzw6">https://amzn.to/4joqzw6</a> )</p><p></p><p><strong>Book: Quality Land </strong></p><p>by Marc-Uwe Kling </p><p>( hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4qwXmBA">https://amzn.to/4qwXmBA</a> | Kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4qwXmBA">https://amzn.to/4qwXmBA</a> )</p><p></p><p><strong>Legislation: European Union AI Act</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/">https://artificialintelligenceact.eu/</a></p><p>Work &amp; Worldview</p><p>YouTube: / @workandworldview → Please Subscribe!</p><p>Substack: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://workandworldview.substack.com/">https://workandworldview.substack.com/</a> → Please Subscribe!</p><p></p><p><strong>Music Attribution Code</strong></p><p>"Cottages" Kevin MacLeod (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://incompetech.com">incompetech.com</a>)</p><p>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></p>

<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>Sara Grintz shares her journey from a values-driven upbringing to her role as President at Giftology. She discusses the importance of relationships in business, the philosophy behind strategic gifting, and how faith has guided her and the organization through challenges, including the unexpected passing of co-founder John Ruhlin. Sara emphasizes the need for businesses to invest in relationships and the impact of genuine care on team dynamics and organizational resilience.</p><p></p><p><strong>Sara Grintz Contact Information &amp; Business Links</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahardwick/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahardwick/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ruhlingroup/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/ruhlingroup/</a></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://giftologygroup.com/">https://giftologygroup.com/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Media References</strong></p><p>As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Therefore I earn a small commission on purchases from the following Amazon links - and every bit helps support this channel!</p><p></p><p><em>Giftology: The Art and Science of Using Gifts to Cut Through the Noise, Increase Referrals, and Strengthen Retention by John Ruhlin</em></p><p>(hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3Ylm37M">https://amzn.to/3Ylm37M</a> | paperback: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3Ylm37M">https://amzn.to/3Ylm37M</a>)</p><p></p><p><em>From Crisis to Clarity: A Proven Framework to Transform Your Business on the Brink by Rod Neuenschwander</em></p><p>( hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4jt7nNY">https://amzn.to/4jt7nNY</a> | paperback: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4bhwj8N">https://amzn.to/4bhwj8N</a> kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/49AQOMy">https://amzn.to/49AQOMy</a> )</p><p></p><p><em>Beyond Giftology: Earn Endless Word of Mouth with a System That Turns Relationships Into Referral Partners, by John Ruhlin</em></p><p>( hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/45AVFe9">https://amzn.to/45AVFe9</a> | kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/4jtq9os">https://amzn.to/4jtq9os</a> )</p><p></p><p><strong>Special Thanks</strong></p><p>Special thanks to Anita Toth of Hidden Revenue Hunters (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hiddenrev.com/">https://hiddenrev.com/</a>) for the introduction to this episode's guest Mike Hilmes.</p><p><strong>Work &amp; Worldview</strong></p><p>YouTube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@workandworldview">https://youtube.com/@workandworldview</a> → Please Subscribe!</p><p>Substack: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://workandworldview.substack.com/">https://workandworldview.substack.com/</a> → Please Subscribe!</p><p></p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>values, faith, GIFT•OLOGY, relationships, business, resilience, leadership, gifting, crisis management, personal growth</p>

<p>Author and Argument Architect Billy Broas, shares his journey from a science-focused upbringing to a deep exploration of philosophy and faith. Billy discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his worldview, including personal struggles and influential thinkers like CS Lewis and Joseph Campbell. He introduces his marketing framework, the Five Light Bulbs, emphasizing the importance of treating customers with dignity and crafting compelling arguments. The conversation highlights the intersection of marketing, philosophy, and personal growth, offering insights into building a meaningful approach to business and life.</p>

<p>Serial entrepreneur Kevon Saber shares his journey from a values-driven upbringing focused on hard work and financial achievement to a profound transformation through faith. He discusses the evolution of his values, the impact of entrepreneurship, and the importance of integrity in the marketplace. Kevon emphasizes the significance of helping others, fostering family cohesion, and the joy of making a positive impact through his work at Legacy Outcomes.</p><p></p><p><strong>Contact Information &amp; Business Links </strong></p><p>Personal LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevonsaber/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevonsaber/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Legacy Outcomes - Sell-Side M&amp;A </strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://legacyoutcomes.com/">https://legacyoutcomes.com/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacy-outcomes-sell-side-m-a/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/legacy-outcomes-sell-side-m-a/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Go Check Kids - Mobile Eye Exam App for Kids </strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gocheckkids.com/">https://www.gocheckkids.com/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/gocheckkids/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/gocheckkids/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>MyBackHub “first democratized, non-operative solution for back pain”</strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mybackhub.com/">https://mybackhub.com/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/mybackhub/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/mybackhub/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Media References </strong></p><p>As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Therefore I earn a small commission on purchases from the following Amazon links - and every bit helps support this channel!</p><p></p><p><strong>Book: Choosing God’s Best: Wisdom for a Lifelong Romance</strong></p><p>by Ron Raunikar - "He spent 30-40 years counseling."</p><p>(hardcover: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3MFXY9o">https://amzn.to/3MFXY9o</a> | paperback: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3MJc2in">https://amzn.to/3MJc2in</a> | kindle: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amzn.to/3KXgYj8">https://amzn.to/3KXgYj8</a> )</p><p></p><p><strong>The 10 Drivers of Organizational Impact</strong></p><p>by Brett Johnson</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.brettjohnson.biz/10-pmodel">https://www.brettjohnson.biz/10-pmodel</a></p>