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June 21st, 2026

AI The Real Story About Adoption In Companies: With Tony Falco

  1. AI The Real Story About Adoption In Companies: With Tony Falco Michael D. Levitt 23:34

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Breakfast Leadership Show, I sit down with Tony Falco to explore the real story behind AI adoption in organizations—and it’s probably not what you think. We dig into how companies are rushing into AI without fully understanding their own workflows, and why that approach can create more problems than it solves. Tony brings decades of experience in internet Technology to the conversation, giving a grounded perspective on where AI actually delivers value.

We also get into the human side of technology—how curiosity, play, and experimentation are becoming essential skills in today’s AI-driven world. Along the way, we unpack how data is reshaping decision-making, exposing inefficiencies, and even challenging traditional corporate hierarchies. If you’ve been wondering how AI fits into leadership, operations, and Innovation, this conversation will give you plenty to think about.

Key Highlights

  • The evolution of internet technology and how it set the stage for today’s AI boom
  • Why understanding workflows is critical before implementing AI solutions
  • How AI is empowering individuals to uncover insights hidden in massive datasets
  • The risks of rushing AI adoption without clear processes or strategy
  • How data-driven insights can expose inefficiencies and organizational bottlenecks
  • The role of curiosity and experimentation in navigating new technologies
  • Challenges organizations face when multiple departments adopt AI independently

Links & Resources

  • hydrolix.io (Tony Falco’s company focused on log data and AI-driven workflows)

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Michael Levitt Chief Burnout Officer

Michael D. Levitt is the founder & Chief Burnout Officer of The Breakfast Leadership Network, a San Diego and Toronto-based burnout consulting firm. He is a Keynote speaker on The Great Resignation, Quiet Quitting and Burnout. He is the host of the Breakfast Leadership show, a Certified NLP and CBT Therapist, a Fortune 500 consultant, and author of his latest book BURNOUT PROOF.