
Episode #2
How I AI - Jon Kamyck
In this episode of How I AI , host Dave talks with Jon Kamyck, Executive Director of Academic Strategy Management, about how his team has embraced AI to improve workflows, analyze business processes, support brainstorming, and increase efficiency. Jon shares why successful AI adoption starts with mindset, not technology, and explains how fostering curiosity, experimentation, and psychological safety helped his team integrate AI into their daily work. The conversation also explores the importance of keeping human judgment at the center of AI-enabled processes and viewing AI as a tool that amplifies, rather than replaces, human potential. Key Topics Building an AI-first mindset through curiosity, experimentation, and entrepreneurship. Using AI for process improvement, scenario analysis, brainstorming, and content creation. Creating safe spaces for teams to test, learn, and iterate with AI tools. Identifying where human judgment, accountability, and decision-making remain essential. Top Takeaways Mindset is often the most important factor in successful AI adoption. Leaders can accelerate AI adoption by encouraging experimentation and learning from mistakes. AI is most effective as an enabler of human potential, not a replacement for people. Developing "pathfinding" skills, curiosity, initiative, and creativity helps teams uncover new ways of working with AI.

