A Conversation With Matt Leta, Future Works CEO, Founder

The Failure Gap

At Karrikins Group, we work alongside leaders to close the gap between great ideas and real results by combining business expertise with social science to help teams align on how to deliver together - driving better outcomes and stronger connections.

In this episode of the Failure Gap, Julie Williamson, Ph.D. speaks with Matt Leta, CEO of Future Works, about the intersection of AI and innovation in business. They discuss Matt's journey as a serial entrepreneur, the concept of vibe coding, and the importance of aligning organizational culture with technological advancements. Matt emphasizes the need for leaders to take ownership of AI initiatives, the significance of psychological safety, and practical steps to foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement. The conversation highlights the challenges businesses face in adopting AI and the critical role of communication and alignment in overcoming these hurdles.

Episode Takeaways

• AI and innovation are essential for business growth.
• Vibe coding allows for efficient software development using AI.
• AI adoption is limited by the comfort level of employees.
• Cultural alignment is as important as technological advancement.
• Leaders must actively engage with AI, not delegate it.
• Small, consistent actions lead to significant change.
• Defining key terms like innovation is crucial for alignment.
• Creating a culture of experimentation fosters innovation.
• Leaders should promote internal champions for AI initiatives.
• AI integration requires ongoing practice and communication.

If you would like to connect with Matt Leta outside of this episode, connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matleta/ or learn more about Future Works here: https://future.works/
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