22: From Stay-at-Home Mom to AI Innovator (with Annette Holland)

AI Product Leader

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THE GUEST

Annette Holland is a Senior Project Manager and Digital Transformation Leader with a rich background in AI, Agile methodologies, and complex project orchestration. With over a decade of experience across industries like finance, education, and entertainment, Annette is known for her strategic approach and her knack for turning chaos into clarity. She’s led high-impact digital transformations for brands like Disney and iRobot, championing agile practices and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation.

THE SUMMARY

Transitioning Careers

Skills from unrelated fields, like web development or small business management, can provide a strong foundation for roles in digital transformation and AI. Applying transferable skills like project management and problem-solving is key to success.

AI for Productivity and Workflow Efficiency

AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can save significant time on tasks such as drafting documents or conducting analyses. Using AI to tackle repetitive or disliked tasks can free up energy for strategic work.

Building Targeted AI Solutions

AI products that address specific challenges, such as crafting professional communications or managing emotional labor, showcase how niche tools can create meaningful value. Prioritizing privacy and user feedback ensures relevance and trust.

Tackling Workplace Challenges with AI

AI can help mitigate hidden workplace burdens, like the mental tax of code-switching, by providing solutions that reduce emotional strain and increase efficiency in communication and decision-making.

THE SHOW

Weekly conversations with the AI’s top product leaders. Join Polly Allen as she discovers the paths to success in the world of AI.

THE LINKS

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Annette Holland

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annetteholland/

My links

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/pollymallen/⁠

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