Strategy for Breakfast

The Importance of Self Awareness When Creating a Culture

We are joined by Tom Stone and Pamela Uddin to discuss their own journey as managing partners of RE:ACT Marketing, but also how they navigate the challenges, success and their future both at work and at home (they are also married). We will unpick those key moments that have brought them here, but also the unique dynamics that they and their team need to adapt to and weave into the culture of the organization.  For more, hear our extended conversation on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@WeAre_GDS] Discussion Points: * Why self-awareness within leadership creates a culture of ‘high challenge, low threat’ for teams  * Growing with you teams, knowing when to succession plan and when to reinvest  * Normalizing conversations both at work and at home within a unique dynamic  Strategy for Breakfast is brought to you by GDS, the leaders in data-driven engagement. If you want to get involved with the wider conversations shaping the future of your industry, check out our upcoming events here [https://gdsgroup.com/events/]. Get in touch: * Connect with Pamela Uddin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelauddin/] and Tom Stone [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomstoneuk/] here  * · Connect with David McGrath [https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mcgrath-0984b69a/] here  * Or email podcast@gdsgroup.com [podcast@gdsgroup.com]

Don’t Be AI-Obsessed; Be AI-Enabled!

Listen in on any business conversation today, and you can pretty much bet that “AI” comes up within five minutes. Seriously. Set your timer! With all the bot-talk, it’s refreshing to hear from an expert voice who’s convinced the immense power of generative artificial intelligence is not overshadowing humankind’s unique cognitive capabilities. Our guest explains why we don’t have to be AI-afraid or AI-obsessed, but rather how to become AI enabled! For more, hear our extended conversation on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@WeAre_GDS] Discussion Points: * The difference between AI-afraid, AI-obsessed, and AI-enabled. * How do we encourage individuals and organizations to embrace AI without losing the human spark? * How GenAI is ushering in a period of enhanced creativity. Strategy for Breakfast is brought to you by GDS, the leaders in data-driven engagement. If you want to get involved with the wider conversations shaping the future of your industry, check out our upcoming events here [https://gdsgroup.com/events/]. Get in touch: * Connect with Mohan Nair [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohanemerge/] * Connect with Kelley Iuele [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleyiuele/] * Or email podcast@gdsgroup.com [podcast@gdsgroup.com]

What Has AI Done to Our Cybersecurity?

It seems like everyone—in the consumer and corporate world—is pushing out AI models and products these days. The question is: what has this done to our cybersecurity? Does AI just make the bad guys faster, or is it actually making us more secure? Our guest today is a “red team” hacker (a hacker for good) and expert in cybersecurity. He talks us through what’s out there trying to wreak havoc, and what works best to keep our data safe. For more, hear our extended conversation on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@WeAre_GDS] Discussion Points: * Can AI actually help make us more secure?  * What are the biggest risks you see from AI? * We still need to empower people to keep corporate and personal data safe. How do we do that today? Strategy for Breakfast is brought to you by GDS, the leaders in data-driven engagement. If you want to get involved with the wider conversations shaping the future of your industry, check out our upcoming events here [https://gdsgroup.com/events/]. Get in touch: * Connect with Gordon Long [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordon-long-92a4428a/] * Connect with Kelley Iuele [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleyiuele/] * Or email podcast@gdsgroup.com [podcast@gdsgroup.com]

How to Lead with Empathy and Connection

Keeping employees motivated and engaged isn’t about bigger paychecks—it’s about deeper connections. Dominic Miserandino, CEO of Retail Tech Media Nexus, joins us to share why empathy, transparency, and really knowing your people are the real keys to retention and performance. From spotting early warning signs before they hit the data, to giving your team “permission to be imperfect,” Dom explains how leaders can create loyalty, trust, and motivation—even in tough times. For more, hear our extended conversation on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@WeAre_GDS] Discussion Points: * Why money isn’t the top reason people stay—or leave * The balance between empathy and accountability in high-pressure environments * Practical ways to understand what truly drives your team Strategy for Breakfast is brought to you by GDS, the leaders in data-driven engagement. If you want to get involved with the wider conversations shaping the future of your industry, check out our upcoming events here [https://gdsgroup.com/events/]. Get in touch: * Connect with Dominic Miserandino [https://www.linkedin.com/in/miserandino/] * Connect with Ben Thompson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bengethinthompson/] * Or email podcast@gdsgroup.com [podcast@gdsgroup.com]

What Happened When the Kiss Cam Put the Spotlight on HR

The viral Coldplay kiss cam scandal threw the role of CPO, or Chief People Officer—and HR at large—into the spotlight. Our guest is an expert on organizational culture and talks us through why this moment captured so much attention. We also talk about the challenges HR and People leaders face today. For more, hear our extended conversation on YouTube! [https://www.youtube.com/@WeAre_GDS] Discussion Points: * What is a Chief People Officer, and what is expected of them? * What's the true damage of this type of scandal? * Kiss cam aside, what are the pressing challenges for HR leaders right now? Strategy for Breakfast is brought to you by GDS, the leaders in data-driven engagement. If you want to get involved with the wider conversations shaping the future of your industry, check out our upcoming events here [https://gdsgroup.com/events/]. Get in touch: * Connect with Dr. Cornelia Shipley Bearyman [https://www.linkedin.com/in/corneliashipley/] * Connect with Kelley Iuele [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleyiuele/] * Or email podcast@gdsgroup.com [podcast@gdsgroup.com]