AI is Dumbing Down a Generation – A CEO’s Urgent Warning for Parents & Leaders ft Jason Reid.

Jason Reid, a serial entrepreneur and mental health advocate, shares his incredible journey from starting as a house painter to running multiple successful companies. In this episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, he reveals the power of relationships, the importance of investing in people, and his mission to improve mental health through his foundation, TellMyStory.org. Learn why he believes AI could "steal the soul" of the next generation and how he balances business, creativity, and personal well-being.

⏱Timestamps
00:01 – Introduction to Jason Reid’s diverse entrepreneurial background
02:33 – The philosophy of "builder of people" and long-term partnerships
07:16 – Brutal honesty in CEO coaching: "Sell your business if you hate it"
13:51 – Mental health advocacy after losing his son to suicide (TellMyStory.org)
19:35 – How AI threatens creativity and critical thinking in younger generations
31:30 – The dark side of AI: Job displacement and loss of purpose
35:13 – Creative projects: Documentaries, music, and Ghost Town USA
42:24 – Advice for founders: "Protect your culture, sleep, and invest in relationships"

Connect with Jason Reid:
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrreid/
🌐 Website: http://empireworks.com/, http://collegeworks.com/

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