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Why Most AI Projects Fail Before They Start: The Executive Problem

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April 27, 2026 · 3:43 PM

The biggest obstacle to AI adoption isn't the technology—it's the executive who approved it. In the latest episode of The AI Values Podcast, host Jon Cooke explores the political resistance inside organizations that quietly kills the AI projects leaders publicly champion.

According to Cooke, many executives publicly support AI initiatives but privately undermine them through inaction, misaligned incentives, or fear of change. This contradiction creates a deadlock where promising AI projects stall or fail entirely before they can deliver value.

The episode delves into real-world examples and offers insights on how companies can overcome this leadership gap to successfully implement AI.

Listen to the full discussion on The AI Values Podcast.