Don't SUCK at AI
Welcome to the "Don’t Suck at AI" Podcast—where we cut through the noise and dive straight into what really matters: doing AI right. This isn’t just another tech podcast; it’s a bold, thought-provoking journey into how artificial intelligence can be a force for good, driving innovation, solving real-world problems, and reshaping the future with purpose.
We bring together industry leaders, AI visionaries, and disruptive thinkers to explore the ethical, impactful, and downright game-changing ways AI can make the world a better place. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo, spark new ideas, and learn how not to suck at AI, you’re in the right place.
Don't SUCK at AI
Episode 6 - James Raybould, Sr. Director of Products, LinkedIn - James shares AI's role in the LinkedIn Platform. (He's brilliant & funny as he shares tech anecdotes you won't want to miss!)
James joins John for a discussion about why LinkedIn is the top site for connecting people to the professional content and other professionals they need to succeed. And, how AI plays a HUGE role in curating all that data into accurate and meaningful results for its 750 MILLION PLUS users!
He’s been the Sr. Director of Products at LinkedIn for the past 6 years, with a focus on LinkedIn Learning & Glint (LinkedIn’s People Success Platform).
In Episode 6 James shares with our listeners how AI is a key focus at LinkedIn as they continue to create a safe and positive environment for professionals to network online.
John provides James background: 00:00 - 02:12
Don't SUCK Fun Fact about James: 02:13 - 03:40
James talks about why LinkedIn DOESN'T SUCK at AI: 03:41 - 06:13
James discusses how the algorithm uses "limited profile" information and still provides solid information : 06:14 - 10:25
James fills us in on the upcoming strategies for LinkedIn Learning and how a users online behavior and frequency trains the AI models (Yup we even talk TiKTok) : 10:26 - 15:30
We discuss the rise of multi-media on the platform and how AI manages this type of data: 15:31 - 20:19
We shift the topic to LinkedIn Live challenges and AI: 20:20 - 22:35
Covid's impact on LinkedIn - James addresses some of the challenges: 22:36 - 27:41
John shares a bit on AIRR (AI Readiness Roadmap) Software : 27:42 - 28:04
Episode Recap: 28:44
James Contact Info: LinkedIn: James Raybould Twitter: @LondonJames
Conclusion & Listener Thanks!: 29:34
Bob Miller Intro with Music Fade