Why Founders Must Rethink Their Teams in the Age of AI

MAY 15, 202625 MIN
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Why Founders Must Rethink Their Teams in the Age of AI

MAY 15, 202625 MIN

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AI is changing more than workflows — it is changing what teams are, how leaders lead, and what kinds of people businesses need next.In this episode, Ryan Alford talks with Veronica Shelton, co-founder of Oak Theory, about accessibility, inclusive design, neurodivergent thinking, leadership without ego, and why curiosity is often the trait that separates good founders from great ones. They also go deep on the practical side of AI adoption: how roles are blending, how companies can stay lean without losing humanity, and why resisting change is no longer a viable option.Ryan connects with Veronica especially around founder leadership, team evolution, and the challenge of helping people adapt to a world where AI is becoming part of nearly every role. The result is a smart, current conversation for anyone building a company, managing creative work, or trying to understand where modern work is actually headed.Topics CoveredVeronica Shelton’s path into product design and creative techWhy curiosity drives real successAccessibility, psychology, and better digital experiencesThe human implications of AI at workHow Oak Theory is evolving team roles with AIWhy leaders need to drop ego and tell the truthRyan Alford and Veronica Shelton on what adaptation really looks likeLinksOak Theory: oaktheory.coUnder the Oak: undertheoak.coVeronica Shelton on LinkedIn: LinkedIn profile for Oak Theory co-founder Veronica Shelton.Right About Now / Ryan Alford: ryanisright.com