Field Notes

Curated reading, viewing, and listening.

A working library of the articles, videos, podcasts, and books James points to when clients ask “what should I read next?” New entries get added as they earn their place.

VideoJun 2, 2026

Young men are struggling—mentors can help | Matthew Jodouin | TEDxSurrey

A recovered substance abuser makes the practical case for mentorship as a scalable, low-cost intervention for struggling young men.

VideoJun 1, 2026

Tech Whistleblower: You Only Have 3 Years Left Before It Hits! - Mo Gawdat

Mo Gawdat argues AGI has effectively arrived, 30% of certain job sectors will vanish by 2028, and the real threat is humans weaponizing AI against other humans.

VideoMay 29, 2026

How will AI impact the jobs market?

AI's effect on employment is real and uneven, with entry-level roles already shrinking while new opportunities remain hard to see.

VideoMay 23, 2026

Why Humans Should Merge with AI | D. Scott Phoenix | TED

A case for treating human-AI merger as a biological inevitability already underway, not a distant choice.

VideoApr 3, 2026

Are humans useless in the AI workspace?

Practical frameworks for keeping humans central as AI reshapes tasks, teams, and talent pipelines across industries.

VideoApr 3, 2026

Great Leaders Say: "I Don't Know" | Simon Sinek

Great leaders openly admit uncertainty and mistakes, separating truly effective leadership from merely competent management.

VideoFeb 1, 2026

How to be a great leader

Leadership under pressure means absorbing stress and converting it into productive energy for your team.

VideoJan 7, 2026

The Biggest Marketing Opportunity You’re Sleeping On in 2026

Collectibles are becoming a mainstream lifestyle category, giving brands a new lever for trial, affinity, and audience reach.

VideoOct 20, 2025

The Ultimate AI Playbook for 2026: Be Early. Go All In. | GaryVee @ Intercom

Customer service and CX professionals are uniquely positioned to lead their organizations through the AI transition happening right now.