The Hidden Costs of AI Shortcuts and How to Lead Smarter
By: Adriana Vela Published on: 09/11/2025This article examines real-world AI mishaps, from therapists secretly using ChatGPT to other corporate leaks reported, highlighting how improper AI use can erode trust, expose sensitive data, and create significant privacy and security risks.
The Rise of Shadow AI: Why Your Leadership Strategy Must Adapt Now
By: Adriana Vela Published on: 09/11/2025Shadow AI is accelerating inside organizations, often unseen. This article introduces a leadership response that balances trust, governance, and innovation through a strategic framework called the Risk-Ready AI Blueprint.
Responsible AI Is Smart Business
By: Adriana Vela Published on: 08/26/2025AI is not just a tool. It is a force multiplier. But when implemented without guardrails, it becomes a liability. Gartner predicts that by 2025, 50 percent of enterprises will face AI-related regulatory fines (McAndrew, 2025). That statistic should alarm us, but it should also clarify the opportunity.
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Turning Exhaustion into Evolution
By: Adriana Vela Published on: 08/01/2025Resilience isn’t about pushing through or muscling up. It’s about reclaiming agency. Our nervous system needs what I call “psychological space”—a rhythm of pause and reflection that allows us to engage our prefrontal cortex and override fear-driven reactions. The soul thrives in that space.
