Episodes
LF10 AI Made This Pod: Sort Of
In this unique episode of Looking Forward , Alejandro and Jennifer dive into the role of agentic AI in content creation and beyond. From discussing the tools they use, like Descript, to exploring how AI-driven assistants supp...
LF09 Cracks in the Foundation: The Rise & Fall of Middle Management
In this episode, Alejandro and Jen examine the transformation of middle management in today’s tech-driven world. They discuss its origins, the impact of automation and flatter hierarchies on traditional roles, and what these shifts mean for the future of work. …
LF08 Looking Forward to 2025: The Signals Amidst the Noise
In this episode of Looking Forward, Alejandro Jagerman, CEO of Ampersand Consulting, and Jen, Director of Operations, tackle planning for 2025 by helping businesses cut through the noise and focus on key signals for success. They explore three vital questions: …
Unlocking Product Maturity: A Conversation with Beth Hedger
In this episode of Looking Forward, Beth Hedger, Principal of Digital Innovation at Ampersand Consulting, dives into the concept of product maturity and why it’s essential for organizations navigating today’s fast-paced tech landscape. Together with Jen and Alejandro, Beth discusses …
Pragmatic Optimism: Real Talk From A Small Consultancy
In this special episode of Looking Forward , Alejandro and Jen take a step back from the usual business tech topics to have an honest conversation about the realities of running a small consultancy in today’s economy. As Ampe...
AI Adoption: Consumers, Integrators & Creators | with Doug Smith
In this episode of Looking Forward, Doug, Principal D&A Consultant at Ampersand Consulting, breaks down the three types of AI adoption—Consumers, Integrators, and Creators—and shares how organizations can determine where they fit along the AI spectrum. Alongside Jen and Alejandro, …
Return On AI: Operational Efficiency, Revenue Growth, and Cost Savings
Join Jen, Director of Operations at Ampersand Consulting, and Alejandro, CEO, as they dive into the critical question facing today’s leaders: How can you truly measure the ROI of your AI investments? This episode of Looking Forward unpacks the tangible …
From Surviving to Thriving: Essential Strategies for Economic Resilie…
Can your business thrive during an economic downturn? Learn the secrets of success from industry giants as we uncover the strategies that helped Apple and Amazon not only survive but flourish through past crises. Join us on "...
Unlocking the Hybrid Work Puzzle: Strategies for Efficiency and Team …
Unlock the secrets to a more productive and satisfying work environment as Jen and Alejandro from Ampersand Consulting dissect the ins and outs of hybrid work frameworks on this episode of "Looking Forward." Get ready to expl...
Revolutionizing Customer Satisfaction with AI: The Future of Business…
What if the key to skyrocketing your business's customer satisfaction lies in cutting-edge technology? Join us as we unpack transformative solutions to the pressing issue of declining customer satisfaction in today's digital ...