Reflections in the Looking Glass: Transforming AI into Market-Ready Business Services

Reflections in the Looking Glass: Transforming AI into Market-Ready Business Services

Oct 16, 2024 | AI, Blog, Joakim

“Even the greatest stars change themselves in the looking glass.”

Reflecting on our internal workshop session in Nice, which focused on transforming and expanding my business into new areas, I realize we, too, find ourselves in the looking glass.

Since entering the AI sector, I’ve witnessed rapid developments. What began as a second-opinion tool has now evolved into a key companion in my business, powering several internal services. ChatGPT stands out as the most intelligent text engine, Claude excels in handling documents and data, and Grok leads in creative AI. Additionally, Firefly is essential for production. Copilot, though not yet fast or intuitive enough for extensive use, benefits from its integration with Microsoft Office. Several other services are still under evaluation.

This session explored how these services can be elevated to the next level—transitioning from virtual coworkers to market-ready, packaged business services.

Revitalizing Board Engagement: Dynamic Workshop Sessions in London’s Elegant Tea Salons

Revitalizing Board Engagement: Dynamic Workshop Sessions in London’s Elegant Tea Salons

Feb 10, 2024 | Board of Directors, Joakim

Among the board workshop sessions that I most enjoy and am proud to have created through my know-how, experience, and network, are those designed to infuse boards with a sense of inspiration and vitality. The latest session was hosted in a sophisticated salon located in a prominent area of London, renowned for its elegant atmosphere and distinguished setting. This environment was specifically chosen to foster a sense of inspiration and vitality among the board members.

The session uniquely blends a tea lunch with the privilege of accessing a reading room, along with a stimulating task. Each board member is challenged to identify three headlines in international newspapers that are relevant to business or business development, focusing on business prospects over the next 1-3 years.

This methodology aligns with the vital role that boards play in the formulation of an organization’s strategic goals. It demands a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and evolving trends. Effective boards transcend the traditional role of merely approving strategies; they are actively involved in shaping them, contributing invaluable perspectives and insights from their diverse experiences and expertise.

Revitalizing Business Development: A Fusion of Italian Flair and London Sophistication

Revitalizing Business Development: A Fusion of Italian Flair and London Sophistication

Feb 8, 2024 | Board of Directors, Joakim

Concluded a working session in London aimed at developing board sessions and exploring new perspectives on business development. Here’s a personal story background and tip for our next meeting in London: it’s an excellent opportunity to gain energy and ideas, and also to inject some fun into business or management development.

Hello again, apologies for the interruption, but we overlooked one detail. Let’s revisit the stories about our ‘Italy in London’, or, more precisely, Soho, that we didn’t mention last time. It’s wonderful to traverse Soho street by street in search of that special one. This story began a year ago. It was a Saturday, during that interim period between lunch and dinner when every place transitions into a leisurely mode, only to reopen a few hours later. In this brief window of time, we discovered Bocca di Lupo just before it was closing, with no available reservations before our flight. However, we were captivated by the sight of the long Carrara marble bar, perfect for light meals, with a view of the open-plan kitchen. As connoisseurs of bar seating in restaurants, we had been awaiting this reservation for almost a year.

Bocca di Lupo is a marvelous small Italian restaurant on Archer Street in London’s Soho district, which was rated the best London restaurant in Time Out magazine. In our view, with our discerning ability to discover and experience the city’s ambiance, it’s a place that enhances the senses and sets the stage for a memorable evening. Take a seat at the bar, order a Negroni, look around, smile, and explore the menu. This is life.

Battersea: Catalyst for Innovation – A Board Session on Business Transformation

Battersea: Catalyst for Innovation – A Board Session on Business Transformation

Feb 5, 2024 | Board of Directors, Joakim

Another board session, a key feature of my development initiative for management teams, is aimed at inspiring the transformation of ideas into new or further developed businesses. In this session, I will present a real-life mastermind experience:

Battersea, with its historical roots in the iconic power station, is now swiftly transitioning into a vibrant residential and commercial hub, marking its importance in Southwest London.

Design as a Business Strategy: A Workshop about Design

Design as a Business Strategy: A Workshop about Design

Feb 5, 2024 | Board of Directors, Joakim

I am going to the Design Museum in London with a company’s board to provide a tangible experience and conduct a workshop on the importance of design in business.

Design in business is vital; it transcends aesthetics, fundamentally shaping product functionality and user experience, which are essential for driving innovation and market differentiation—key factors for a company’s success and adaptability in a fast-changing market.