The G&T Sessions Andrew J Turner

Today's episode of The G&T sessions we are joined by Matt Callanan, a Mindset coach, Hypnotherapist and lecturer, talking about visualization, hypnosis, and leveraging dyslexia as a superpower. Matt shares his experiences using visualization and hypnosis to help people overcome fears, pass exams, and achieve their goals. He also discusses the power of creating a vision board and taking action to make opportunities happen. The conversation highlights the importance of reframing dyslexia and other neurodivergent thinking as strengths rather than limitations. Matt's journey from a career in media to coaching and lecturing demonstrates the power of embracing one's true talents and passions. Matt Callanan shares his journey from being a DJ to finding his passion in filmmaking and coaching. He emphasizes the importance of helping others and making a positive difference in the world. Matt discusses his role as a coach, helping individuals overcome limiting beliefs and unlock their true potential. He highlights the need for accountability and mindset shifts to achieve personal and professional growth. Matt's coaching approach is tailored to each individual's needs, regardless of their age or industry. Matt Callanan shares his experience with group coaching and the power of accountability. He discusses the benefits of doing activities like CrossFit in a group setting, where the community and shared experience push individuals to achieve more. Matt also emphasizes the importance of visual accountability and taking action in the moment, rather than putting tasks off. He highlights the role of coaching in helping individuals break negative patterns and create positive ripple effects in their lives and relationships. Matt shares his journey to becoming a National Coaching Awards > Transformational Coach of the Year and the importance of collecting evidence and testimonials to support one's claims. Enjoy !!!


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Colorful Beginnings


08:10 The Power of Visualization and Hypnosis


30:12 Exploring Different Passions


37:23 Making a Positive Difference


45:30 Coaching and Unlocking Potential


52:26 Accountability and Action


01:02:35 The Power of Group Coaching and Accountability


Here’s the links:


https://www.121matt.com/


https://www.instagram.com/coachcallanan/


https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcallanan/

Jan Bosch joins the G&T Sessions today, discussing the importance of innovation and technology in driving human progress.


Takeaways


Innovation and technology are key drivers of human progress.Industry-academia collaboration faces challenges due to differences in cycle times and priorities.Business agility is crucial for organizations to respond quickly to market changes.Federated learning and distributed AI offer new approaches to data privacy and model training.Truly cross-functional teams are essential for end-to-end value delivery.Keeping innovations alive in large organizations requires finding a balance between autonomy and alignment with career goals.Clarifying one's purpose is essential for personal and professional growth.

Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Background


07:14 The Importance of Innovation and Technology


12:06 Challenges in Industry-Academia Collaboration


18:12 Software Center and Accelerating Digital Transformation


24:05 The Need for Business Agility and the Limitations of Agile


26:16 Federated Learning and Distributed AI


30:47 The Transition to Truly Cross-Functional Teams


35:36 Lean Management and Organizational Deforestation


36:10 Value Models and Autonomy


39:02 BAPO Model and Organizational Structure


40:12 Innovation and Organizational Structure


43:14 Keeping Innovations Alive


45:31 Pearls of Wisdom


49:18 Purpose and Education


51:18 Founder-led Purpose-driven Startups


54:44 Digital Product Management Week


57:03 Living in the Nordics


Jan Bosch is professor at Chalmers University Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden and director of the Software Center (www.software-center.se), a strategic partner-funded collaboration between more than 15 large European companies (including Ericsson, Volvo Cars, Volvo Trucks, Saab Defense, Scania, Siemens and Bosch) and five universities focused on digitalization. Earlier, he worked as Vice President Engineering Process at Intuit Inc where he also led Intuit's Open Innovation efforts and headed the central mobile technologies team. Before Intuit, he was vice president and head of the Software and Application Technologies Laboratory at Nokia Research Center, Finland. Prior to joining Nokia, he headed the software engineering research group at the University of Groningen, The Netherlands. He received a MSc degree from the University of Twente, The Netherlands, and a PhD degree from Lund University, Sweden.


His research activities include digitalisation, evidence-based development, business ecosystems, artificial intelligence and machine/deep learning, software architecture, software product families and software variability management. He is the author of several books including "Design and Use of Software Architectures: Adopting and Evolving a Product Line Approach" published by Pearson Education (Addison-Wesley & ACM Press) and ÒSpeed, Data and Ecosystems: Excelling in a Software-Driven WorldÓ published by Taylor and Francis, editor of several books and volumes and author of hundreds of research articles. He is editor for Journal of Systems and Software as well as Science of Computer Programming, chaired several conferences as general and program chair, served on numerous program committees and organised countless workshops. Jan is a fellow member of the International Software Product Management Association (ISPMA) and a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Science.


Jan serves on the boards of Burt Intelligence, Shelfplanner and Strawberry planet. Earlier he served on the boards of IVER and Peltarion and was chairman of the boards of Auqtus, Fidesmo and Remente. In the startup space, Jan is an angel investor in several startup companies. He also runs a boutique consulting firm, Boschonian AB, that offers its clients support around the implications of digitalization including the management of R&D and innovation. For more information see his website: www.janbosch.com.

In this LIVE from SXSW today, 2nd time guest and long-time friend of the show, Joe Toscano discusses his journey and the impact of his book 'Automating Humanity' and his collaboration with Beeple Crap. He also talks about his involvement in the Netflix film 'The Social Dilemma' and the recognition and influence it has brought. Joe shares his visionary perspective and the skepticism he faced in the early stages of his work. He highlights his collaboration with Senator Gwinardas on new bills focused on children's privacy and protections. Joe also discusses the importance of eliminating addictive feeds for kids and the potential impact of these efforts. In this conversation, Joe Toscano discusses the ban on TikTok and the alignment within politicians on the threat of technology to national security. He emphasizes the need for comprehensive regulations and protections in the United States. Joe also introduces DataGrade, a company that assesses the risk and value of data in the supply chain. He explains how DataGrade helps privacy consultants and firms expedite their work and reduce cycle times. Joe concludes by mentioning his upcoming book on privacy in an AI era.


Takeaways


Joe Toscano's book 'Automating Humanity' and his collaboration with Beeplecrap have had a significant impact and recognition.The Netflix film 'The Social Dilemma' has brought Joe's work to a wider audience and increased his influence.Joe's visionary perspective and his ability to anticipate the impact of technology on society have been key to his success.Collaboration with policymakers, such as Senator Gwinardas, is crucial in enacting meaningful change in areas like children's privacy and protections. The ban on TikTok highlights the growing concern about the threat of technology to national security.There is a need for comprehensive regulations and protections to address the risks associated with data sharing and usage.DataGrade provides a solution for privacy consultants and firms to expedite their work and assess the risk and value of data in the supply chain.Joe Toscano is working on a new book that explores privacy in an AI era and aims to educate readers on data lineage and responsible data practices.

Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Catching Up


01:18 Joe Toscano's Book and Collaboration with Beeple crap


03:06 The Social Dilemma and Joe's Role


04:06 Collaborating with Beeple crap


04:35 The Impact of Automating Humanity


05:05 Writing Book Number Two


05:40 The Social Dilemma and Joe's Vision


06:16 Joe's Influence and Visionary Perspective


06:45 The Film and Joe's Collaboration with Tristan Harris


07:15 Recognition and Impact of Joe's Work


08:07 The Journey and Skepticism


09:18 Joe's Work with Senator Gwinardas


10:17 New Bills on Children's Privacy and Protections


11:11 Eliminating Addictive Feeds for Kids


12:40 The Impact of Algorithmic Manipulation


13:10 The Importance of Protecting Kids' Privacy


13:26 Status of the Bills and Potential Impact


13:56 Discussion about TikTok and national security


16:00 Hope for comprehensive protections in the United States


23:42 The need for comprehensive regulations and protections


26:05 Introduction to DataGrade and its purpose


29:19 DataGrade's focus on privacy consultants and firms


30:37 Assessing risk and value of data in the supply chain


34:47 Joe Toscano's upcoming book on privacy in an AI era


38:22 Discussion about Joe Toscano's next book and potential collaboration with Mike Winkleman


Links


Instagram @realjoet


https://www.datagrade.com

In this latest The G&T Sessions episode, Christopher Lochhead discusses the importance of category design and being different in business. He shares insights from his book 'Play Bigger' and emphasises the need for companies to create their own market categories rather than competing in existing ones. Lochhead also highlights the role of courage and originality in building legendary startups and brands. He challenges the notion of emulating successful companies like Apple and emphasises the importance of standing out and creating new paths. The conversation also touches on the epidemic of "samey" brands and the challenges of modeling new categories. This part of the conversation explores various examples of category design and the importance of standing out rather than fitting in. It discusses Google's failed attempts at category design with their products, as well as successful examples like Dude Wipes and Chirp. The conversation emphasises the need for bravery and courage in category design, as well as the desire to create a new and different future. It also highlights the importance of being an evangelist for a category and the criticism that often comes with it. In this episode, Christopher Lochhead discusses his experience writing books and mini books, including the Category Pirates series. He also mentions the possibility of creating category pirate swag and hosting an event. Lochhead emphasises the rise of the creative capitalist and the need to shift from being a knowledge worker to becoming a creator capitalist. He explains that the future belongs to those who can create net new value and capitalise on it. Lochhead concludes by encouraging listeners to think critically and embrace creativity and category design.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Studio Setup


01:26 The Man Cave in Santa Cruz


03:04 The Creation and Success of the Book 'Play Bigger'


06:49 The Courage to Be Different


10:10 Emulating Apple and the Importance of Originality


13:08 The Epidemic of Samey Brands


17:33 The Fear of Defining a New Path


19:03 The Mental Scaffolding of Competing to Win


21:45 The Category Makes the Brand


23:28 The Importance of Niching Down


25:57 Creating a New Market Category


30:00 The Challenges of Modeling a New Category


34:18 The Role of Planning and Finance in Playing It Safe


36:03 The Role of VCs in Betting on Radical Futures


37:01 The Example of Google's Gemini in the AI Market


37:33 Google's MeToo Product and Category Design


39:23 Google's Sunset of Google Podcasts


40:10 Google's Failed Attempts at Category Design


42:11 Dude Wipes: Niche Down and Category Design


46:19 Chirp: Combining Categories for Innovation


49:45 Category Design as a Fracture


53:05 Category Design as Problem Framing


56:00 Category Design as Ownership of a Problem


57:26 Category Designers as Evangelists


01:02:19 Different Wins, Better Loses


01:06:06 Bravery and Courage in Category Design


01:09:31 The Desire to Fit In and the Need to Stand Out


01:15:31 The Marriott Lobby Mentality


01:19:26 The Fear of Being Fired vs. Radical Differentiation


01:22:16 Writing Books and Mini Books


01:24:01 Category Pirate Swag


01:25:35 Hosting an Event


01:26:17 The Rise of the Creative Capitalist


01:30:05 The Future of Work


01:31:14 Becoming a Creative Capitalist


01:34:30 Embracing Creativity and Category Design


01:38:29 Concluding Thoughts


01:49:31 Getting in Touch with Christopher Lochhead

We are joined today by Justin Breen, founder and CEO of BrEpic Network, discussing the power of networks and relationships in achieving success. He emphasises the importance of human relationships and storytelling in creating meaningful connections. Justin also shares insights into the imbalance between genius IQ and genius heart, and how it affects entrepreneurs. He highlights the purpose of the BrEpic Network, a collaborative community for visionaries. Justin's books, Epic Life and Epic Business, provide valuable insights and rituals for making the most of one's time on this planet.


Takeaways


The right mindset attracts the right network, which creates the right opportunities.Real human relationships and storytelling are fundamental and will never change, regardless of technological advancements. Visionaries are the most damaged people with the best coping skills, and they have the highest IQ and EQ. The BrEpic Network is a collaborative community for visionaries, focused on creating meaningful connections and fostering personal and professional growth.

Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Background


03:17 The Power of Networks and Relationships


08:21 The Formula for Success


12:14 The Importance of Human Relationships and Storytelling


17:29 The Epic Network and Collaboration


23:04 The Imbalance of Genius IQ and Genius Heart


26:51 Writing Books and Creating Impactful Content


24:37 The Stigma Around ADD and ADHD


28:19 The Origin of the Brepik Network


29:43 Conclusion and Farewell


Justin Breen is the Founder/CEO of the exclusive connectivity platform BrEpic Network. His newest book, Epic Life, features a foreword from Dr. Peter Diamandis and has been the No. 1 overall book for sales on Amazon Kindle. It also recently made the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller lists.


LINK: www.BrEpicNetwork.org


Wall Street Journal-USA Today Best-Selling Book "Epic Life" --> https://lnkd.in/gKb5Reff


Do you have Visionary, Abundance, Investment Mindset? --> https://www.kys.coach/96382a667b443f0e


BrEpic Network Launch Party --> https://lnkd.in/eu_SyeXN


Private Wealth Magazine feature on BrEpic Network connecting the world's top visionaries --> https://bit.ly/301RrxQ


Interview with Strategic Coach Founder Dan Sullivan —> https://apple.co/3bktbcL


Interview with Abundance 360 Founder Peter Diamandis --> https://lnkd.in/edg7yVu


Interview with Capability Amplifier Host Mike Koenigs --> https://lnkd.in/d9tYPcbD


Interview with Shannon Waller's Team Success on BrEpic Network --> https://lnkd.in/dEJfMD2p


Interview with Jay Abraham and Nick Sonnenberg on the growth of BrEpic Network --> https://lnkd.in/gzN2e5Kf


Interview with Dave Will for Entrepreneurs' Organization EO 360 podcast --> https://entrepreneursorg.libsyn.com/justin-breen


Inc. Column on how BrEpic became a global business --> https://www.inc.com/entrepreneurs-organization/8-patterns-of-ultra-successful-entrepreneurs.html


Forbes Column on how BrEpic grows businesses exponentially --> https://www.forbes.com/sites/henrydevries/2020/11/30/how-to-grow-your-small-business-exponentially/?sh=744d1cfa7c83


Book a phone call --> https://calendly.com/justinbreen/connection-call 

In this conversation, Jon Hammond discusses the impact of technology on society and the challenges and opportunities it presents.


Takeaways


The fourth industrial revolution is characterized by the convergence of various technologies, such as AI, cloud computing, and quantum computing.Focus and productivity are crucial in a hyper-connected world, and individuals can leverage tools like task lists and time blocking to optimize their performance.AI-powered attacks, such as spearfishing through deepfakes, pose significant risks, and organizations need to be vigilant and implement robust security measures.The future of AI holds both promise and challenges, with the potential to augment human capabilities and improve productivity, but also requiring careful oversight and governance. Learn from the negative effects of social media and strive for a better future.Promote diversity in AI models to ensure fairness and avoid concentration of power.Balance regulation and innovation in AI development to foster progress while ensuring safety.Optimize for learning and personal growth to adapt to the rapidly changing world.Embrace failure and take risks to discover new opportunities and make a positive impact.Continuously learn and stay curious to keep up with the evolving landscape of technology.

Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Background


02:38 The Fourth Industrial Revolution


08:14 Overcoming Challenges and Leveraging Strengths


11:31 Productivity and Cognitive Load


16:06 The Impact of Technology on Attention and Focus


20:48 The Acceleration of Technological Revolutions


23:07 The Implications of AI and Automation


30:36 The Evolution of Technology and Its Impact on Society


33:49 The Rise of AI-Powered Attacks


35:43 The Future of AI and Augmented Humanity


36:15 The Challenges of Oversight and Governance


37:22 The Negative Effects of Social Media


39:52 Learning from the Social Media Era


41:48 The Importance of Diversity in AI Models


44:09 The Future of AI: Diversity and Openness


46:16 Balancing Regulation and Innovation in AI


49:03 Optimizing for Learning and Personal Growth


52:31 The Role of Testing in AI Development


54:49 Taking Initiative and Doing the Right Thing


57:10 Embracing Failure and Taking Risks


01:01:35 The Importance of Continuous Learning


Jon leads the Specialist business for AWS for UKIR, including AI/ML, Compute, Storage, , HPC, Networking, Autonomous vehicles, Quantum Computing, and more. Prior to joining AWS, Jon was a Managing Director at Accenture where he led the DevOps and Full Stack Engineering business in the UK, as well as being responsible for their Global DevOps Service. His work was recognized by the Computing magazine in 2020, when he was voted the DevOps Manager of the year for the UK. He is a Fellow of the British Computer Society, has a 2:1 in Computer Science from Reading University, and received an A in A-Level Computer science at age 13. He is passionate about diversity and neurodiversity and speaks about the subject regularly to raise awareness. 


> Any links you want to share


https://partyrock.aws/


https://aws.amazon.com/bedrock/


https://culturedcode.com/things/


https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thousand-Brains-New-Theory-Intelligence/dp/1541675819


https://arxiv.org/pdf/2401.02994.pdf


> How to contact you 


jon@hammant.io


https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhammant