GenAI: From Strategy to Execution

GenAI: From Strategy to Execution

50:37 Feb 3, 2026
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In Episode 166 of Localization Fireside Chat, Robin Ayoub sits down with Minyang (MJ) Jiang for a grounded, executive-level conversation on GenAI execution.While many organizations are racing to adopt generative AI, few are seeing meaningful results. This episode explores why. Not because of models or tooling, but because of leadership behavior, operating models, incentives, and trust.MJ shares practical insight from the front lines of GenAI transformation, including what breaks when AI moves from experimentation into production and how leaders can avoid common execution traps.Topics covered include:Why GenAI is often mistaken for a strategy instead of an enablerWhere execution fails inside organizationsThe leadership behaviors that determine AI outcomesTrust, accountability, and decision ownership in AI-enabled systemsBuilding and maintaining high-performing teams during AI-driven change This episode is for CEOs, operators, and transformation leaders who want GenAI to deliver real impact, not just internal demos.? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_GmRHpxhjj0? Subscribe to Localization Fireside Chat for candid conversations on AI, leadership, and execution. CreditsHost: Robin Ayoub, Founder, Localization Fireside ChatConnect and watch moreWebsite: www.L10NFiresideChat.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OoURgc29R31XPGzOWL9iXBe a guest: https://calendly.com/robin-ayoub/localization-fireside-chat-podcast-recordingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinayoub/Support the showShare the episode with a friend. Subscribe on YouTube and Spotify. Leave a short review.DisclaimerViews are for education and discussion. Apply judgment in your own context.Tags#L10NFiresideChat #localization #hiring #recruiting #leadership #ai Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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