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Digital Odyssey
This blog explores the collision of imagination, intelligence, and emerging technology. It’s not about chasing trends or hyping tools—it’s about understanding the real shifts beneath the surface. From AI ethics to workflow reinvention, Digital Odyssey documents the journey of those who are bold enough to question defaults, reimagine systems, and shape the future on their own terms.
The Unexpected Smile of Technology: AI's Potential to Surprise and Delight
The other night at IHOP, while pancakes steamed on the griddle, I watched my mother-in-law unlock her phone with a broad smile. Chuckling, I asked, "Having fun with FaceID?" Her laughter filled the booth, "I thought I had to smile for it to work!" We both dissolved into giggles, a reminder that technology often surprises us, sometimes in the most delightful ways.
When "Change Management" Becomes Personal: Lessons from My Transition
My hands shook as I clicked 'send' on the email to Christy Wyatt, my CEO. Subject line: 'Important Conversation Request.' For months, the words 'I'm transgender' had been a silent weight in my chest. Fear gnawed at me: fear of rejection, fear my career would screech to a halt. But that day, the need to be my authentic self outweighed everything else.