[CEOs] are living in an AI fantasy world
Written by Jim Vickers

The data proves it — and it’s worse than we thought.

I analyzed 500+ companies implementing AI. (Data from Microsoft, McKinsey, and X trends)

Here’s the brutal truth:
85% of CEOs think their AI plan works
→ Only 57% of employees see ANY strategy
→ Trust gap is killing 40% of AI value
→ Half the workforce feels lost
→ 62% of projects fail from poor alignment

Look, I get it.
AI is complex.
But leadership delusion is expensive.

Real talk:
→ AI strategy isn’t real if no one sees it
→ Lost teams = failed transformation
→ Investment is wasted if trust gaps exist

Want to know if you’re part of the problem?

Ask yourself:
→ Can employees explain your AI strategy?
→ Do teams feel supported in the change?
→ Is feedback flowing both ways?
→ Are you measuring perception gaps?
→ Does reality match your boardroom view?

Time to face facts.
Close the gaps or competitors win.

Are you seeing these gaps in the marketplace? Message me if so.

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