Digital Transformation Playbook (10 Years On) AI, Disruption & Platform Strategy with David Rogers

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This week’s guest is David Rogers, Columbia Business School professor and author of Digital Transformation Playbook.

We discuss digital transformation strategy, AI in business, disruptive innovation, platform business models, network effects, and leadership in the age of AI.

If you’re navigating digital transformation or AI strategy, this episode is essential listening.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:35 Meet the Digital Transformation Expert

01:38 Impact of the Digital Transformation Playbook

05:40 Evolution of Digital Transformation

07:24 The Role of AI in Digital Transformation

09:21 Frameworks and Theories of Disruption

09:38 The Story of Encyclopedia Britannica

16:59 Understanding Business Disruption

24:44 Disruptive Business Model Map

33:12 Understanding Network Effects

34:41 Same Side vs. Cross Side Network Effects

38:01 The Challenge of Competition in Platform Businesses

42:21 The Importance of Platform Business Models

46:13 Four Types of Platform Businesses

49:19 Platform Business Model Map

54:28 Value Train Analysis

01:02:22 The Evolution of Digital Transformation

 

Find David:

https://davidrogers.digital/about/

 

The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift with Kevin Evers-esv2-96p-bg-10p

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In this episode, Aidan McCullen welcomes Kevin Evers, editor at Harvard Business Review Press and author of There’s Nothing Like This: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift. Together, they explore how Taylor Swift built not just a music career—but a global business empire.

From fearless reinvention and blue ocean strategy to her mastery of fan engagement and brand evolution, Taylor Swift’s rise is a masterclass in innovation, leadership, and vision. Learn how her career mirrors the strategic moves of top businesses, and what leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators can take away from her story.

Tune in for:

The psychology and strategy behind Swift’s career decisions

How she shaped fan culture and digital engagement

Lessons in brand authenticity, creative growth, and leadership

What businesses can learn from Swift’s reinvention and market disruption

Whether you’re a Swiftie, strategist, or business leader, this episode offers sharp insights into how to turn art into lasting impact.

Find Kevin: https://www.nothinglikethisbook.com

 

Joel Schwartzberg, author of ‘Get to the Point’ (Second Edition), featured on The Innovation Show episode titled ‘Mastering Your Point with Joel Schwartzberg’—discussing how to simplify, sharpen, and sell your message.

From Rambling to Impact The Power of Making a Point

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In this episode of The Innovation Show, Joel Schwartzberg, author of Get to the Point, shares how to stop rambling and start resonating. Learn practical tools to sharpen your message, speak with clarity, and lead with confidence.

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Unlocking the Power of Insights with Gary Klein | Insights and Innovation

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Gary Klein, renowned cognitive psychologist and author of Seeing What Others Don’t, joins Aidan McCullen to discuss how individuals and organizations can spot insights, avoid flawed mental models, and foster smarter decision-making. A masterclass in innovation and leadership.

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Classic Enhanced Audio Episode: Scott Galloway on Algorithms, Tech Giants, and the Retail Apocalypse

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Scott Galloway, NYU Stern Professor and bestselling author of The Four, discusses the future of media and retail. In this classic episode, Galloway unpacks platform dominance, the retail apocalypse, voice technology, and how big tech is rewriting the rules of advertising, subscriptions, and data intelligence.

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Navigating the Accelerated S-Curve with Paul Nunes

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In this explosive episode from Harvard Business School, Paul Nunes—co-author of Big Bang Disruption—explains why traditional S-curves are collapsing and how businesses can thrive in a world of hyper-speed innovation. Learn how to manage multiple S-curves, avoid catastrophic success, and orchestrate innovation in a networked economy.

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Why Transitions Are Harder Than We Expect | Teresa Amabile on Reinvention & Life Phases

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In this live episode of The Innovation Show, Harvard Business School’s Teresa Amabile joins Aidan McCullen to explore the emotional, psychological, and structural dimensions of retirement. Drawing on rich research, they unpack the four key tasks for navigating retirement, the role of purpose, and how organizations can better support this critical life transition.

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Epic Disruptions: Scott D. Anthony on 11 Innovations That Changed the World

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Scott D. Anthony joins The Innovation Show to explore his latest book Epic Disruptions, tracing 11 game-changing innovations that transformed society—from the printing press to the iPhone. Discover the hidden patterns of disruption, why history keeps repeating itself, and how to prepare your organization for the next wave.

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