In this episode of The IJK Podcast, Imad Jack Karam is joined by Mike Bechtel — professor, author, and former Chief Futurist at Deloitte Consulting — for a practical conversation on AI, innovation, leadership, and the future of work.

We explore how leaders can think clearly about the future without getting lost in AI hype, where artificial intelligence is already creating real business value, what remains uniquely human in the age of automation, and what professionals can do now to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world.

We also discuss why large organizations struggle to innovate, how to separate real signals from noise, and what practical steps leaders can take to prepare their teams and businesses for what’s next.

Mike brings a rare mix of strategic insight and real-world experience. In addition to his former role at De ...