AI SIX Podcast
Introducing the AI SIX Podcast: Learn AI on the Go
Artificial intelligence is changing marketing, offering new ways to connect, create, and deliver value. To help marketers adapt, I’m introducing the AI SIX Podcast – a practical, daily resource designed to make AI learning manageable and relevant.
What Is the AI SIX Podcast?
The AI SIXPodcast is a six-minute daily podcast tailored for marketers looking to understand and use AI effectively. Hosted by me, Joanne Sweeney, a communications and marketing practitioner, author, and trainer with years of experience in digital transformation, this podcast provides clear, actionable insights to support your work.
Why Six Minutes?
Marketers often have busy schedules. The AI SIX Podcast offers focused content you can fit into your day, whether during your morning routine, commute, or a short break. Each episode delivers practical tips you can apply immediately, helping you stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.
What to Expect
Here’s what the podcast includes:
- Daily Episodes: Updates and advice on AI tools, trends, and how to use them in marketing.
- Weekly Long-Listen Interviews: On Saturdays, a 20-minute session featuring experts and professionals sharing their experiences with AI in marketing.
- Practical Guidance: Strategies for integrating AI into workflows, improving efficiency, and using AI responsibly.
Who Is This Podcast For?
This podcast is ideal for marketing professionals who want to:
- Learn how AI can streamline marketing tasks.
- Find tools that improve efficiency and creativity.
- Understand how to incorporate AI ethically and effectively.
- Stay informed about developments in AI for marketing.
AI SIX Podcast
Ep 133: Microsoft Makes AI Mandatory at Work
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Microsoft just flipped the switch on AI and it’s no longer optional.
In June 2025, Microsoft announced an internal policy requiring employees to use AI tools daily, from GitHub Copilot to internal workflow automation, marking a seismic shift in how the tech giant approaches AI within its workforce. Starting next year, your AI usage could be part of your performance review if you work at Microsoft, with potential impacts on your bonuses, career progression, and even job security.
In this episode, I break down:
- Why Microsoft made AI use mandatory (and what it means for employees)
- How performance reviews will now include AI usage metrics
- The broader trend as Shopify, Duolingo, and Box adopt similar policies
- The cultural shift making AI literacy as essential as communication and collaboration
- The risks for employees who don’t adapt to an AI-driven workplace
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