Battle for your work: Slack vs Microsoft Teams
Imagine a world where David and Goliath are not just characters from an ancient story, but represent the modern combatants in the digital arena of workplace communication tools. In one corner, we have Slack, a nimble, user-friendly app that revolutionized how teams communicate. In the other, Microsoft Teams, a juggernaut backed by one of tech’s […]
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How Better Prompts Unlock Expert-Level AI Insights for Business Decisions
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Frank
- November 21, 2025
- AI customization
- artificial intelligence
- business decisions
- business strategy
- company tone
- consultant role
- conversation shaping
- digital transformation in film
- domain knowledge
- follow-up questions
- frameworks
- Frank Levine
- FranksWorld.com
- Kubernetes
- large language models
- llms
- market research
- monolithic app
- prompting techniques
- Robbie Jerrem
- Socratic questioning
- strategic AI use
- system prompt
- thought partner
- user prompt
Have you ever wrestled with technology that didn’t quite “get” what you’re all about? I recently toyed around with one of those out-of-the-box Large Language Models (LLMs) for a quick dive into market research. The expectation? A savvy AI partner that could mirror the unique essence of a brand. The reality? Well, let’s just say […]
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From Hype to Strategy: How Companies Should Prepare for Quantum Computing
Quantum computing is often heralded as the next frontier in technology, a shift as significant as the leap from analog to digital. As I listened to Brian Lenahan discuss the integration of quantum technology into business strategies on the “Impact Quantum” podcast, I found myself thinking about the broader implications for industries and our daily […]
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Riding AI Waves: Agentic AI, Open Source Tools, & AI Adoption Challenges
Let’s catch some waves—not just the ocean kind, but the sweeping waves of technological innovation that keep rolling in, one after the other. You see, the parallel between surfing and managing the rapid pace of technological change isn’t just poetic; it’s profoundly instructive. As we stand on the precipice of the AI revolution, let’s take […]
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The 5 Startup Lessons No One Dares to Teach
In the tech world, the path less traveled is often the one that leads to success. Old lessons, while invaluable, can tether us to conventional models that no longer function effectively in the dynamic landscape of today’s startup ecosystem. Today, I want to share with you some counterintuitive lessons I’ve learned—lessons that challenge conventional wisdom […]
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Has Microsoft Betrayed OpenAI and Why This Changes Everything for AI in 2025
Microsoft just did in an extraordinary pivot away from OpenAI towards its rival, Anthropic, in a move that resonates like the clang of a dropped wrench in the silent intensity of a high-stakes race. This isn’t just a change of partners; it’s a seismic shift that could redefine how businesses leverage AI — effectively choosing […]
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5 Signs the AI Bubble is Bursting
Could AI investments be on the brink of a significant adjustment, or are we just skimming the surface of a deep technological revolution? It’s a question that I find both unnerving and fascinating. As we’ve charged ahead with hopes high and wallets open, many within the tech community are starting to brace for what might […]
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How to Organize Any Project with NotebookLM
Imagine you’re part of a nimble sales team, racing to keep up with the fast-moving currents of client demands and market trends. There you are, alongside teammates Megan and Justin, each of you armed with your unique insights and data. Megan sends over a treasure trove of notes from her recent meetings—fifteen pages deep. Meanwhile, […]
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AI’s Silent Killer: Technical Debt & the Hidden Costs of Bad Data
Recently, I was a guest on a podcast on AI and the importance of Data Engineering. Delving into the technological endeavors of AI is like embarking on a grand voyage. It’s thrilling but fraught with hidden icebergs and unforeseen currents. The push towards integrating AI into business operations stirs up a mix of excitement and […]
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From Email Assistant to Strategic Alchemist: Rethinking AI’s Role in Leadership
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Frank
- May 22, 2025
- AI
- AI board of directors
- AI in business
- AI Leadership
- AI thought partner
- ai tools
- AI Transformation
- artificial intelligence
- business strategy
- chatGPT
- CRIT framework
- Data Driven
- Data Driven Podcast
- Digital Transformation
- executive leadership
- Frank La Vigne
- Future of WOrk
- Geoff Woods
- leadership development
- organizational growth
- Podcast
- Prompt Engineering
- season 9 premiere
- strategic thinking
When we first stumbled upon ChatGPT and its AI kin, most of us saw it as a digital Swiss Army knife for the mundane. Drafting emails? Check. Summarizing notes? Sure. Generating copy that sounds halfway human? You bet. But if that’s where the story ends, we’re missing the plot—and potentially the biggest shift in organizational […]
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