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What Kotter and ADKAR Teach Leaders About the Real Barrier to AI Adoption

A RAND Corporation study published in 2024, based on interviews with sixty-five data scientists and engineers with at least five years of experience building AI and machine learning systems, set out to understand why so many AI projects fail. The researchers noted that by some estimates, more than 80% of AI projects fail to deliver the business value they were built for, roughly twice the failure rate of ordinary IT projects. The most important detail is what the interviewees

6 days ago5 min read

Unfreezing & Re-Learning in Executive Leadership

In a recent episode of the Arete Coach podcast, host Severin Sorensen and guest Dr. Travis Kemp, an executive coach and co-director of...

Aug 24, 20235 min read

10 Business Metaphors: Stories that Inspire Success and Growth

As executive coaches, we help our clients dive deeper into the understanding of their goals and challenges. However, both clients and coaches can encounter obstacles when grappling with abstract or novel concepts. To bridge this gap and foster deeper comprehension, coaches can employ metaphors in their coaching sessions. Metaphors serve as powerful tools, connecting existing knowledge with new ideas, thus facilitating the development of profound insights (Passmore, 2023). Bel

Aug 5, 20236 min read

Research Review: Can AI (like ChatGPT) Replace Human Coaches?

Generative AI machines like ChatGPT have raised a significant question in the coaching industry: Can AI replace human executive coaches?...

Aug 3, 20234 min read

15 Metaphors to Enhance Your Coaching Sessions Through Visualization

Metaphors wield a unique power in coaching, offering a compelling approach for individuals to improve performance and achieve their goals. By using metaphors, clients can paint vivid mental images, directing their focus towards success. Visualizing themselves overcoming challenges and embodying strength nurtures a strong sense of confidence. This alignment of mind and body aids emotional regulation and enhances decision-making. Regular practice of these techniques accelerates

Jul 21, 20234 min read