How It Shifts

EP8 - Freedom By Design

Freedom is more than the absence of limits; it’s something we experience in how we see ourselves and in the systems we live and work within. In this episode, we sit down with Luca Solari and talk about freedom as something we choose and nurture. We look at how thoughtful systems can create space for people to grow, contribute, and act with intention; turning rigid organizations into environments built on trust, humanity, and possibility. This episode is brought to you by: Xipe GroupA global technology partner helping organizations scale and build exceptional digital products.https://www.xipegroup.com/

EP7 - Meaning, Not Just Work

In this episode of How It Shifts, wesit down with Robert Vogt to talk aboutwhat it really means to build, experiment, and move beyond the mold. We explore the mindset of people who don’t waitfor things to happen; they make them happen. Taking risks, getting it wrong,adjusting, and continuing anyway. Because wins and stumbles aren’t opposites,they’re part of the same process of creating something that matters. An honest conversation about doing, trying, andpushing boundaries; because that’s how the world shifts.

EP6 - Rethinking How We Collaborate With AI

There are thousands of AI tools out there; but are they truly improving thequality of our work? In this conversation, Guillermo Espinola shares the storybehind DIANA AI, what sparked the idea, and why he believes most currentapproaches are missing the mark. We explore what isn’t working today, whatcollaboration could feel like instead, and where this new way of working withAI might take us. Explore more about DIANA at https://diana.tools/ [https://diana.tools/] or connect withGuillermo in social media at @inovercy83 This episode is brought to you by: Xipe Group A global technology partner, helping organizations scale, and buildexceptional digital products. https://www.xipegroup.com/ [https://www.xipegroup.com/]

EP05 - Becoming the Architects of Tomorrow

In this episode of How It Shifts, we explore what it means to become the architects of tomorrow with optimistic futurist Josh Allan Dykstra. Through an honest conversation about work, identity, systems, and transformation, the episode dives into moments of crisis, death, and rebirth; and why choosing optimism is not naïve, but a strategic act. Together, we unpack how unseen systems shape our lives, why awareness is the first step to change, and how creating clear, hopeful visions of the future allows us to actively build what comes next rather than merely react to it. Connect with Josh at https://joshallan.com/ [https://joshallan.com/] or on social media at @JoshAllanDykstra. This episode is brought to you by: Xipe Group A global technology partner helping organizations scale and build exceptional digital products. https://www.xipegroup.com/ [https://www.xipegroup.com/] TIMESTAMPS: • 01:00 — Introducing Josh Allan • 02:08 — Why Work Is Broken • 03:45 — The Messy Middle of Transformation • 06:10 — Identity, Freedom, and Letting Go • 12:40 — Choosing Optimism on Purpose • 16:45 — Optimism as Rebellion • 19:12 — The Systems Running Our Lives • 25:05 — Systems Are the Operating System • 27:00 — The Future Is Something We Build • 28:00 — Why We Need Better Visions • 40:00 — Josh Allan’s Upcoming Book • 48:00 — Connect with Josh

EP04 - Rethinking Work in the Age of AI

In this episode, we talk with Tim Cakir, the AI Operator [https://aioperator.com/], who helps companies climb the AI mountain, turning transformation into something accessible rather than overwhelming. As AI reshapes how we build software, structure teams, and measure value, new questions come to mind. We discuss the pervasive fear surrounding artificial intelligence and redefine its role in our professional and personal lives. The AI Readiness Assessment Gift: https://form.fillout.com/t/bjB1Yt7hrbus [https://form.fillout.com/t/bjB1Yt7hrbus] This episode is brought to you by: Xipe Group A global technology partner, helping organizations scale, and buildexceptional digital products. https://www.xipegroup.com/ [https://www.xipegroup.com/]   Women Up A community in that brings together women, ideas, and the tools that transformthe world. They empower women to build with purpose, using technology as anally and the strength of community. By creating spaces that fostercollaboration, learning, and shared growth. https://www.womenup.mx/ [https://www.womenup.mx/]