Show Notes
In this episode of the ADAverse podcast, Shaun Leisegang sits down with David Owen, Founder of Cactus & Cubby, to explore one of the biggest shifts happening in business today: the rise of the AI-Powered Human.
AI is becoming available to everyone. Yet while some individuals and organisations are achieving extraordinary results, others are seeing very little impact. Why? According to David, the difference isn't the technology - it's the person using it.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience across organisations including MYOB, Betfair, and My Plan Manager, David shares how combining commercial instinct, critical thinking, and human judgment with AI creates a powerful multiplier effect.
Together, Shaun and David unpack the emergence of a new role: the Commercial Intelligence Strategist - a human-guided, AI-powered approach to solving complex business problems and uncovering opportunities hidden within data.
Discover: Why AI is no longer the competitive advantage - people are Why so many organisations have data but struggle to generate insight How AI can help uncover millions in commercial opportunities when paired with the right expertise Why curiosity, open-mindedness, and action are becoming the most valuable skills in the AI era How AI-Powered Humans will become critical to the success of Frontier Firms Whether you're a business leader, operator, consultant, analyst, or simply someone looking to get more value from AI, this episode provides a practical blueprint for becoming more effective in the age of AI.
💥 Bonus: Stick around for the ADAverse Hot Seat as David shares his passion for football and Formula 1, his favourite book on mindset, and the advice he'd give anyone starting their AI journey.
🎯 Perfect for executives, founders, managers, and professionals who want to move beyond simply using AI and start being amplified by it.
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