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Podcast Show Notes – Episode 222 | 03.25.2025
Episode Title: Sean Barnes & Sim Stogner on AI, Mentorship, and Women in Tech
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes introduces Simoriah Stogner, exploring her insights on AI adoption and its potential future impact. Sim discusses AI's role in career progression and enhancing communication skills, while addressing adoption rates and energy consumption. The episode highlights her journey as a woman in technology, offering advice on seizing opportunities and the importance of mentorship. Sim emphasizes the value of keynote speaking and storytelling and discusses integrating AI into public speaking. Concluding with thoughts on mentorship and the power of story-sharing, Sean provides ways to connect with Simoriah for further insights.
Key Moments
0:00 - Introduction and background of Simoriah Stogner
0:34 - AI adoption and Sim Stogner's vision of its future
4:33 - AI's role in career progression and communication skills
12:40 - Adoption rates and energy consumption of AI
21:01 - Women in technology: Simoriah Stogner's journey and advice
31:23 - Chasing opportunities and the value of mentorship
38:04 - Impact of keynote speaking and storytelling
47:25 - Integrating AI in public speaking
49:23 - Closing thoughts on mentorship and story-sharing
50:09 - Connecting with Simoriah Stogner
Key Takeaways
AI can be a powerful tool for career progression by helping to refine communication and remove emotional biases during important conversations.
The adoption of AI varies widely, with creative and innovative individuals often leading the charge while others may avoid it due to a lack of familiarity or perceived necessity.
Effective communication and storytelling are crucial skills for leadership and personal growth, especially in an era where technology and AI are becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives.
Guest: Simoriah (Sim) Stogner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoriah-stogner/
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
https://www.seanbarnes.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
Episode Title: Sean Barnes & Sim Stogner on AI, Mentorship, and Women in Tech
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes introduces Simoriah Stogner, exploring her insights on AI adoption and its potential future impact. Sim discusses AI's role in career progression and enhancing communication skills, while addressing adoption rates and energy consumption. The episode highlights her journey as a woman in technology, offering advice on seizing opportunities and the importance of mentorship. Sim emphasizes the value of keynote speaking and storytelling and discusses integrating AI into public speaking. Concluding with thoughts on mentorship and the power of story-sharing, Sean provides ways to connect with Simoriah for further insights.
Key Moments
0:00 - Introduction and background of Simoriah Stogner
0:34 - AI adoption and Sim Stogner's vision of its future
4:33 - AI's role in career progression and communication skills
12:40 - Adoption rates and energy consumption of AI
21:01 - Women in technology: Simoriah Stogner's journey and advice
31:23 - Chasing opportunities and the value of mentorship
38:04 - Impact of keynote speaking and storytelling
47:25 - Integrating AI in public speaking
49:23 - Closing thoughts on mentorship and story-sharing
50:09 - Connecting with Simoriah Stogner
Key Takeaways
AI can be a powerful tool for career progression by helping to refine communication and remove emotional biases during important conversations.
The adoption of AI varies widely, with creative and innovative individuals often leading the charge while others may avoid it due to a lack of familiarity or perceived necessity.
Effective communication and storytelling are crucial skills for leadership and personal growth, especially in an era where technology and AI are becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives.
Guest: Simoriah (Sim) Stogner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoriah-stogner/
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
https://www.seanbarnes.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://x.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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