Why Most AI Projects Fail

Beyond the AI hype, we see a stark divide: failed implementations that waste time and resources, and success stories that redefine entire industries. What makes the difference? Vadim Peskov, CEO of DIFFCO and an AI advisor with nearly a decade in the field, joins Melinda Lee on the Speak in Flow podcast to reveal the one critical factor separating leaders from laggards.This episode is a must-listen for any leader ready to bridge the gap between AI potential and tangible business results.In This Episode, You Will Learn:The Gap Between Hype and ExecutionWhy most AI "failures" stem from a simple misunderstanding, not technical limits. Vadim explains why treating AI like a magic genie with one-line prompts leads to dead ends, and how shifting from a user to a strategic operator mindset is the first step to real impact.From "Founder Mode" to Strategic Operator“If you don't know the flows of your processes, you should be replaced as CEO.”Why dabbling with chatbots isn't a strategy. Learn why executives must deeply understand AI's capabilities and constraints to make informed decisions that protect their business and unlock scalable opportunities.Building the "10x Business" with AI Augmentation“You want to enhance humans with AI. You want to give them a tool to be more productive. So you can have the same workforce, but just do more things.”How AI enables businesses of 10 to outperform legacy players with 1,000. Vadim shares concrete examples, from insurance to manufacturing, showing how AI doesn't replace teams but transforms them into super-reviewers who oversee and refine AI-executed workflows, achieving unprecedented scale and accuracy.Review, Don't Create“We can do a lot of research and understanding with AI that a human definitely will not have time to do. But we can learn from the human what we need to look for.”Discover the paradigm shift where AI prepares reports, generates insights, and flags issues, turning management into a high-value approval loop that takes minutes instead of days.BLOG:Crises can arise at any time, and one thing is certain: they will not occur when you expect them to. The way you communicate during this time plays a more significant role than you may realize in overcoming the crisis. Do you have the necessary tools? Discover more in our latest blog post, "The Art of Crisis Communication." About the Guest: Vadim Peskov is the CEO of DIFFCO and an advisor at Alchemist Accelerator, where he helps startups and enterprises translate AI hype into scalable business results. With nearly a decade of expertise in AI, cybersecurity, and product development, he is a sought-after speaker who focuses on the practical implementation of intelligent technology.He is a sought-after expert and speaker who demystifies AI, translating complex concepts into actionable strategies for growth, efficiency, and competitive disruption.Social Handles:Company website: https://diffco.us/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadimpeskov/ X: https://x.com/vadimpeskov Fun Facts:✈️ Aviation Enthusiast: A licensed pilot who finds clarity and perspective above the clouds. Exhibited Artist:...