In this episode of Work Matters, host Thomas Bertels talks with independent analyst Dave Friedman about the nuances of AI adoption in large enterprises. They discuss common misconceptions about AI, and the potential risks of integrating AI into business operations. Dave predicts a slower-than-expected adoption in large corporations due to legal, operational, and compliance challenges. He also highlights the potential job losses in entry-level positions and why gutting these roles is a strategic mistake. The episode provides a deep dive into how companies might strategically integrate AI.00:00 Understanding AI Output: A Statistical Guess01:47 Misconceptions About AI03:52 Risks and Challenges of AI in Enterprises05:11 Impact of AI on Jobs and Training07:48 Slow Adoption of AI in Large Companies12:51 AI Integration Challenges in Enterprises20:39 Industry-Specific AI Adoption28:38 AI Winners and Losers34:35 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHere is where you can learn more about Dave and his work:Substack: https://davefriedman.substack.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frieddave/