Summary: Quick Highlights from the Elevate Preview + Q&A! I review the structure of my Elevate Leadership Seminars and Summer Series offerings. There are two primary offerings: Live Webinar Series and Corporate Series!

I am excited to offer America at 250 as part of the Elevate Summer Series on Saturdays! Though the America's 250th anniversary and historic milestone isn't until 2026, we are starting this July to jump start new business insights! Registration opened 6/1/25! You must register by July 4th for America at 250. Registration link: https://currygirltechtalk.com/registration-elevate

I believe the Elevate Leadership Seminar is a comprehensive resource for leaders looking to enhance their skills, navigate to changing landscapes, and lead authentically! If am also offering the Corporate Series customized for organizations (connect for more information).

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Summary: In this episode, I am discussing 3 leadership insights from Warren Buffett. The legendary financial guru has retired, but has left a legacy of leadership principles that we can draw insights from.

Key Points:

• Succession planning is crucial for the continuance of excellent leadership before transferring the mantle.
• Succession planning includes investing time for transference of traditions, sound decision making, and investing in the next generation.
• Humility is an admirable trait that we can draw upon as Mr. Buffet is known for being "Famously HUMBLE".
• Fruitful and mutuallly-beneficial partnerships and connections are the result of esteeming others, sharing the spotlight, and trust.
• Generosity opens the flow of wealth and keeps a cycle of prosperity in our lives.
• Wealth is not only material possesions but also includes health and wellbeing, and more.
• Buffett's financial stewardship advice emphasizes stability, long-term investing, and avoiding unnecessary debt.
• Investing in oneself is one aspect of ensuring personal and professional growth.

Summary: What happened to the Genius Act and why did it fail in the Senate? I am giving the scoop on the new proposed legislation for stable coins, providing an update on Circle's automated smart contracts, and talking tech infrastructure and data centers. My update also highlights the importance of understanding WEB 3 advanced technologies at the Executive tier and how proposed legislation impacts business going forward. And then I explore a "breakthrough" revenue model!

Key Points:

• Deep Seek's tinkering with the Nvidia chip gave us key optimizing insights.
• API Software engineering solutions along with a cloud based architecture can provide breakthrough innovation for AI companies while also addressing the electricial grid painpoints.
• WEB 3 and Cryptocurrency conversations are silently progressing in the background, with the introduction of the Genius Act.
• Executives must get a good understanding of advanced technologies to make informed decisions especially with the forthcoming new legislation in the Genius Act.
• Infrastructure projects are building interconnected data centers with fiber networks (a good thing) in locations like (Chicago, Phoenix, DFW, Columbus).
• The dichotemy of electrical grid consumption and supporting tech growth remain a concern for technology business areas.
• Circle's new automated smart contract service is available and enables the ability to put smart contracts on blockchain without having to know the programming languages. Including event notification features and templates for simple implementations.

Summary: Part 2 of the ELEVATE Leadership series. Krystal is joined by Vanessa Bryant, MA, LPC and Deyzya Hardeman, licensed conflict management professional and Mediator. The conversation explores the nature of conflict, the importance of communication, active listening, and empathy in resolving conflict. The dialogue explores the intricacies of of conflict resolution including establishing boundaries, understanding different perspectives, and the role of forgiveness in moving forward. Conflict management is a critical component of leadership, this episode shares practical tools and techniques for effective conflict resolution and insights on how to approach difficult conversations with respect and understanding. Often times leaders are inundated with conflicting priorities especially now with restructuring efforts with AI and Finance, these are helpful reminders for dealing with the dilemmas leaders are facing.

Key Points:

• Conflict management is essential in both personal and professional settings.
• Active listening and empathy are crucial for effective communication.
• Identifying the problem is the first step in conflict resolution.
• Setting boundaries helps maintain respect in conversations.
• Use the LEAPS (Listening - Empathy - Ask - Paraphrasing - Summarizing) technique for effective communication.
• Forgiveness is necessary for personal growth and relationship repair.
• Finding common goals can facilitate teamwork and collaboration.
• How seeing things from another person's perspective helps with empathsizing.
• Understanding different perspectives can lead to better conflict resolution.
• Using 'I' statements can help express feelings without assigning blame.
• Conflict can fester if not addressed within a reasonable time frame.
• Creating a respectful environment encourages open communication.

Guests appearing in this episode are:

Vanessa Bryant - MA, LPC

Soaring Wings Counseling Services
Call/Text: 214-753-8017
hello@soaringwingscounseling.com
www.soaringwingscounseling.com

Deyzya Hardeman - Certified Conflict Management Professional, Certified Mediator (deyzyahardeman639@yahoo.com)

Host Of Curry Girl Tech Talk:

Krystal Curry: krystal@currygirltechtalk.com or connect at Curry Girl Tech Talk Website

• 90% of Americans believe we face a leadership crisis.
• Leaders can have profound impacts across the globe - for example, nobel laureates.
• People often quit jobs due to terrible bosses.
• Leaders affect multiple areas of business including revenues, profitability, customer satisfaction, attrition, & more.
• Investing is leaders will bring value to the workforce with an incredible ROI.
• Micromanagement is a common complaint amongst employees.
• Empowering employees is the antidote to micromanagement.
• Reminders of the distinction between leaders and managers.
• Leaders provide vision and motivation, while managers focus on tasks.
• Inconsistent decision-making can lead to confusion and low morale.
• Emotional intelligence is essential for effective leadership or having high PQ (people quotient)
• Conflict management and conflict resolution is a key component of effective leadership.

Join us for Part 2: Leadership Dilemma - Conflict Management and Conflict Resolution (5/8/2025)

Summary:

In this episode of Curry Girl Tech Talk, Krystal Curry discusses the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on hiring practices and a recent major decision towards an AI-first hiring approach. She explores the rise of the gig economy, projected to grow significantly in the coming years, and how corporate responses to AI are shaping the workforce. This episode provides actionable tips for navigating the gig economy. And finally, Krystal reflects on the future of work, human connection, and the evolving nature of job satisfaction in a rapidly changing economic landscape.

Key Points:

• AI advancements are reshaping hiring practices across industries.
• The gig economy is projected to grow to $848.13 billion by 2032.
• Gig Economy is projected to add $2.7 Trillion to the global GDP, highlighting the importance of the gig work.
• By 2027, half of the global workforce may be part of the gig economy.
• Shopify's AI-first hiring approach could signal a broader trend among corporations.
• Gig, freelance work, or side hustles can provide alternate sources of income.
• Gigs can have attractive perks like flexibility and work-life balance, perhaps generate substancial payouts for single projects, and even provide fulfillment and purpose.
• Utilizing large gig platforms can enhance gig opportunities.
• Professional organizations can provide resources and support for professionals in their niche areas.

Happy Earth Week!

Summary:

In this episode of Curry Girl Tech Talk, there is an update of Krystal Curry's 2025 prediction of the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence technology. Krystal reviews how Q1 of 2025 even surpassed her projections. There is discussion about the increased AI global competition with entrance of emerging Chinese company DeepSeek. The conversation surrounds the integral role technology plays in our daily lives, how tariffs affect the technology space, and a reflection on the global impact of technology.

Key Points:

• 2025 is shaping up to be an integral technology year with massive strides in the AI domain.
• The battle for leaders in the AI technology space is becoming increasingly competitive.
• Experts assert that the US is still the dominant global leader in AI technology.
• Artificial intelligence is having a resounding impact globally.
• DeepSeek's rapid emergence is heating up the AI competition.
• 3 ways DeepSeek shocked the competition.
• A developer's dream of open source AI models being released means new growth, apps, and technology interfaces.
• Business leaders and politicians are grappling with the affects of new tariffs.
• Cybersecurity is criticial component of technology in the age of AI.
• Meta releases new versions of Llama AI tools - Llama 4 Scout and Maverick
• Engagement with AI tools and the testing via experimental beta releases.

• Though a social media addiction is not a formal diagnosis, it has become a growing concern as highlighted by behavioral health professionals.
• Dopamine surges from social media use, can mimic addiction.
• Algorithms are designed to keep users engaged with social platforms which can be attributed to its high consumption by Americans.
• Algorithms and AI predictive analysis are a critical component of branding and driving customer loyalty.
• Finding balance is crucial for mental health and wellness along with nurturing relationships, and engaging in offline activity.
• Statistics show high daily usage of social media platforms and a break down of usage amongst the generations.
• The upsides of social media including it's ability to connect us globally and it's use as a component of business and marketing strategies.