Applied Intelligence

Show Notes:

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Pasha Rayan, Co-founder and CTO of Forage, an online training platform revolutionizing the intersection of education and recruitment. Pasha brings a rich mix of technical acumen, strategic vision, and an unquenchable passion for education to the table. His groundbreaking work in the EdTech space is shifting the paradigm on how students access learning, and employers scout talent.

From discussing the birth and evolution of Forage to delving deep into the potential of generative AI in education, Pasha takes us through a riveting journey. We gain a sneak peek into Forage's strategic partnerships, its commitment to providing real-world exposure to students, and how it's nurturing future talent. Pasha also unpacks the power of personalized learning and the role of stubbornness and motivation in startup success. What does he think about aligning mission, technology, and work in an impactful way? Tune in to find out.

Join us in this captivating conversation that's sure to leave you with fresh perspectives on educational technology and the exciting opportunities in store. You won't want to miss Pasha's unique take on the role of generative AI in boosting learning outcomes and his infectious enthusiasm for shaping the future of education.

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Twitter: @Pashpops

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Timestamps:

- 00:00: Introduction

- 02:43: Origins of Forage

- 07:56: On Generative AI and its Role in Forage

- 12:12: Expanding partnerships and Forage’s role in recruitment

- 24:18: The significance of personalized learning

- 29:32: Insights on Forage's target market

- 38:05: Tackling challenges and celebrating success

- 48:00: Startup motivation and the journey of Forage

- 52:36: Key takeaways

- 55:26: Wrapping up

In this episode of Applied Intelligence, we dive into the complex world of wealth management, taxation, and estate planning with our guest, Mohammed, an esteemed expert in these fields. He is a highly qualified financial planner and a Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners member. With his extensive knowledge and experience, he provides valuable insights into managing wealth, minimizing tax burdens, and protecting assets for individuals and families.

During the conversation, Muhammed emphasized the importance of seeking specialized advice and assistance, especially for nomadic or international people. He sheds light on the significance of understanding domicile, deemed domicile status, and its implications on investment holdings across jurisdictions. Muhammed highlights the need for professionals in multiple disciplines, including legal services, trust management, taxation, accountancy, and regulated wealth management.

Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on structuring financial planning, the role of accountants and wealth managers, mitigating tax, and the importance of expert guidance in these areas. Muhammed shares personal anecdotes offers practical advice, and underlines the significance of early preparation and setting up the right strategies. Tune in to this insightful episode to better understand wealth management and estate planning, and discover how it can impact your financial future. Guest: Mohammad Uz-Zaman

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Timestamps:

00:00:00: Introduction to Muhammed and his expertise

00:03:27: The significance of domicile and deemed domicile status

00:09:45: Understanding the role of specialists in wealth management, taxation, and estate planning

00:15:12: The importance of high-level qualifications and conversance in multiple disciplines

00:20:38: The limitations of general accountants and the role of tax specialists

00:25:19: Leveraging the expertise of Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) members

00:29:56: The impact of specialized advice on inheritance and taxation implications

00:32:15: Taking the first steps towards preparing for your financial future

00:36:42: Productivity hacks for entrepreneurs and maintaining a healthy lifestyle

00:40:23: The benefits of leveraging software tools for productivity management

00:43:59: Recommended book: "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie

00:45:37: Balancing risk and investment strategies for long-term success

00:49:12: The importance of proper protection policies and early financial planning

00:50:27: Closing remarks and how to connect with Muhammed.

In this podcast episode, the host interviews Brian Davis, an experienced technologist and currently the Director of Technology at LSU. The conversation centers around the application of AI in the education sector, how to manage high-performing individuals who may have complex personalities, and how to transition from being an individual contributor to a manager.

Brian also discusses his fascination with generative AI, how he uses it to make his life more accessible, and his approach to learning new things and skill stacking. The conversation concludes with some productivity hacks Davis uses to balance his busy personal and professional life.

Listeners can find Brian Davis on LinkedIn, where he shares his experiences and thoughts on technology and management. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to manage difficult personalities, learn new skills, or increase productivity.

In this first episode of Applied Intelligence, Imteaz talks with Kaustav Bhattacharya, an AI and data science leader with over 20 years of experience, about the intersection of generative AI, business and education. Kaustav discusses the potential for generative AI to assist with and accelerate learning, particularly for neurodiverse populations. However, he also acknowledges the need for caution, given the potential for bias in the training data sets of generative AI models. The conversation also touches on personalized experiences for consumers based on their data profiles, and the challenges and opportunities that come with this. Throughout the conversation, Kaustav emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and the need to keep up with the rapid pace of change in AI and data science.

Kaustav recommends a book, "The Culture Map" by Erin Meyer, which provides a deep appreciation of global cultures and could be a helpful tool in creating culturally nuanced, less biased AI algorithms in the future. He also talks about the impact of culture on the development of personalized experiences, particularly in areas like healthcare, where the impact of bias can be significant.

The episode concludes with Kaustav sharing his social handles and encouraging listeners to contact him for continued conversation. Highlights include the potential for generative AI to accelerate learning, the impact of bias in training data sets, the importance of cultural nuance in personalized experiences, and the need for lifelong learning in AI and data science.

Guest's social handles: LinkedIn - Kaustav Bhattacharya (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaustav/) and Twitter - @jupiterorbit