Hollis Tibbetts (SoftwareHollis)

Emotional Intelligence: The Hidden Superpower of Exceptional Leaders and Thriving Organizations As someone with a background in the software industry and training as a mental health counselor, I couldn’t agree more with David Finkel’s January 2025 article in Inc. Magazine on the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in leadership.

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#EQ #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #leadershipexcellence

Meta decides that fact checking isn’t important…follows X.com?utm_source=blu... lead. apple.news/AKn8rLIeo...

AI search engines are confidently wrong more than half the time when they cite sources, study finds AI search engines are confidently wrong over 60% of the time when citing news, a recent study says. Despite their errors, these bots rarely admitted uncertainty, raising concerns as artificial intelligence-powered search becomes more dominant.

I keep saying “this is the most powerful technology since XML, but it needs adult supervision”. Be smart about your AI deployment strategies - don’t “ready-fire-aim-cry-blame”. apple.news/ABhckfByi...

Just because it's "artificially intelligent" doesn't mean that it's NOT lying to you (on purpose, or just out of sheer stupidity). #AI #machinelearning #DeepSeek #ChatGPT #ArtificialIntelligence

MacBook Pro rumored to get Apple Silicon M5 before iPad Pro When consumers will see the debut of M5-based devices from Apple is coming into focus, and the shift will likely start with Apple's MacBook Pro lineup.

I can make good use of those kinds of specs for something running MacOS, but an iPad? apple.news/AYuE7wIJV...

Can anyone explain why an iPad would need anything as powerful as an M5 processor? Apart, I suppose, from generating sales from people who really want to drop $1500 on a tablet with crazy specs (e.g. M4, 512GB).

Elon Musk claims Tesla will double US production in next two years, let's do the math Elon Musk said today that Tesla will double its electric vehicle production in the US in the next two years.

Are people still believing @elonmusk predictions and promises? Just google “failed Elon Musk promises or predictions”. apple.news/AKg8OLUMk...

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Unlocking the Power of Open-Source AI: DeepSeek and the Future of Accessible AI There’s been a lot of buzz lately about the #cybersecurity implications of using #DeepSeek, and while some of the concerns are valid, much of the conversation misses a critical point: DeepSeek is Open Source. This means it’s not just a tool—it’s a platform for innovation, transparency, and collabora

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#OpenSource #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #TechInnovation #DeepSeek #LLAMA4

How can humans and AI collaborate for better outcomes? MIT's new consortium explores safer, interdisciplinary AI innovations to improve lives globally. 🌍🤝
#AIImpact #Collaboration #MIT
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AI in 2025: Predictions from Industry Experts Artificial Intelligence is rapidly advancing, with 2024 breakthroughs influencing the future. We interviewed AI experts about new developments, trends for 2025, and progress toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).

Are AI Teammates really in our future???? From marketing to supply chains, digital collaborators are trying to transform workplaces in 2025. Boost your creativity and productivity or at least stay informed!! 🤝💻
#AIInnovation #FutureOfWork
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💭 Is Self-Blame Holding You Back? Harsh self-talk fuels procrastination, trapping you in a cycle of guilt and avoidance. Flip the script! Speak to yourself like you would a friend—kindly. Self-compassion isn’t weakness, it’s the key to real progress. #SelfCompassion #PersonalDevelopment
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Tesla Again Has The Highest Accident Rate Of Any Auto Brand Tesla is the car brand that a study shows has been involved in the most accidents. Tesla is well known for its self-driving system, which critics argue, is the problem.

Yet another reason not to own a Tesla. Perhaps the feature should be called Full Self Crashing? Self-driving CyberCab anyone? apple.news/A9xgw4r6C...

Leadership Lesson: Why Tough Conversations Are Non-Negotiable | Hollis Tibbetts Leadership Lesson: Why Tough Conversations Are Non-Negotiable Avoiding difficult conversations is a silent killer in organizations. It breeds dysfunction, erodes trust, and impacts team performance. As someone experienced in both business and counseling, I’ve often observed how business challenges often boil down to emotional intelligence and resilience—qualities crucial for navigating tough conversations. This insightful article highlights why leaders often avoid these discussions and offers strategies to face them with confidence. Here's the crux: 1) Avoidance Comes at a Cost: Hoping issues resolve themselves only allows them to fester, harming individuals and teams alike. 2) The Real Barriers: From fear of confrontation to uncertainty about how to navigate the conversation, many leaders feel paralyzed. A Mindset Shift Is Key: Leaders must view these conversations as acts of kindness, offering clarity that supports growth and prevents larger problems. I get why people avoid tough conversations. I’ve done it myself many times. I used to be really good at it. Almost all of us want to be well-liked. But here’s the hard truth: avoiding tough conversations isn’t the path to being likable. In fact, avoidance breeds mistrust and erodes respect. It’s the opposite of likable. Aim to be respected and also liked. You can (and should) be both. The article also stresses the value of courage over confidence. Tackling a tough conversation early—before issues escalate—is far less daunting than dealing with the fallout of prolonged inaction. In my experience, the emotional skills needed to lead such discussions—empathy, self-awareness, and resilience—are not just good for business; they’re essential for building strong, authentic relationships PERIOD. Addressing issues head-on fosters a culture of accountability and psychological safety, paving the way for teams to thrive. How do you approach tough conversations in your leadership journey? #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Resilience #ProfessionalGrowth #ConflictResolution https://lnkd.in/enpWv7wZ by Leah Mether

Tough conversations are a GROWTH opportunity. Listen, empathize, and seek shared goals. #emotionalintelligence #Leadership
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Alibaba Cloud's Qwen2.5-Max Secures Top Rankings in Chatbot Arena Alibaba Cloud’s latest proprietary large language model(LLM), Qwen2.5-Max, has achieved impressive results on Chatbot Arena, a well-recognized open

Alibaba Cloud's Qwen2.5-Max scores big in Chatbot Arena! Ranking #1 in math and coding, #2 in hard prompts. Is this China's AI breakthrough? 🇨🇳🏆
#AICompetition #TechInnovation #Qwen
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ALSO, Elon Musk is a deeply polarizing person who is largely disliked and certainly mistrusted (Zuck too). Ask yourself "Would you do business with this person?" venturebeat.com/ai/e...
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Here's why @VentureBeat is wrong. Grok3 trained on 15x the hardware as Grok2, only to achieve modest gains. This demonstrates lack of scalability of current AI model technologies. Full stop. Even Ilya Sutskever, co-founder of OpenAI, thinks existing approaches to scaling have plateaued.
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No one knows what the hell an AI agent is | TechCrunch AI agents are all the rage. But no one knows exactly what an agent is, partly because companies define them radically differently.

Andrew Ng correctly says “The concepts of AI ‘agents’ and ‘agentic’ workflows used to have a technical meaning, but about a year ago, marketers and a few big companies got a hold of them.”
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What does OpenAI's own Deep Research product say about the vague release guidance for #ChatGPT 5? In short - tons of big expectations, seriously nasty technical and cost complications, safety & ethical concerns, various "market strategy" issues...

DeepSeek’s Arrival Is The Start Of Physical AI The implications of the DeepSeek release are massive, but one of the biggest is what this could mean for robotics. This may be the AI silver bullet.

I don’t trust AI to do my online shopping yet. I definitely don’t want a “physical” AI running around my house with easy access to my sharp pointy kitchen knives. apple.news/A0eeSsKi6...

Elon Musk (Mike Myers) interrupts a heated meeting with Donald Trump (James Austin Johnson), JD Vance (Bowen Yang), Marco Rubio (Marcello Hernández) and Ukraine President Zelenskyy (Mikey Day). Saturday Night Live. Stream now on Peacock: https://pck.tv/3n1IyzK Subscribe to SNL: https://goo.gl/tUsX Elon Musk Cold Open - SNL

The REAL meeting at the white house with Trump, Zelenskyy, Vance and the physically present Rubio www.youtube.com/watc...

New Research Catches AI Cheating But The AI Shamelessly Hides The Evidence A new research study showed that AI cheats, plus the AI hides the evidence of cheating. It's a twofer or a double whammy. Here's the inside scoop and what to do about it.

How to use Chain-of-Thought to help make sure AI isn’t lying to you. Fabrication is a serious problem with GenAI - don’t let it jeopardize your project or reputation. apple.news/AgpHi-r-L...

New Research Suggests Overreliance on AI Could Hinder Critical Thinking A study finds that gen AI tools may be "encouraging over-reliance on AI, with confidence in the tool often diminishing independent problem-solving."

Critical Thinking… use it or lose it! Use AI to enhance your abilities, not DIMINISH them. After all, Gen AI is, well, generative, not intelligent. apple.news/A0UpQ4PI6...

When we #procrastinate, we trade the future for the present....

New to Bluesky? Do these 7 things to make the most of it Heed these tips to make your Bluesky experience that much better for you in the long run. Contributor, PCWorld | Mar 12, 2025 7:00 am PDT With all the controversy surrounding Elon Musk, people are abandoning X (formerly Twitter) in droves — and I’m one of them. I’ve tried several alternatives over the last few months and I’ve landed on Bluesky as my favorite. It isn’t perfect, but the pros definitely outweigh the cons. Having now used Bluesky every day for months, I’ve learned how to make it

Thinking about Bluesky? apple.news/ApodJOyd0...

Travel boycott? I live in Florida and it’s noticeable- far fewer Canadians driving around, spending at local shops, eating at local restaurants. Not good for local business and this is a self-inflicted wound. www.msn.com/en-us/tr...

I think it’s really sad that a whole wheat cereal with only 2 ingredients is 51% MORE EXPENSIVE per ounce than the SAME cereal loaded up with #sugar and chemicals - no wonder our children have #nutrition #obesity and #health issues. Shame on #Walmart.

AI makes yard work easier. Here's how to reclaim your weekends with smart lawn care Lawn care is easy with ANTHOBOT's advanced AI

I already have “1 button mowing” - this app on my phone. It tells the lawn mowing service that my lawn needs mowing. Never have they missed a spot or accidentally run over my veggie garden. apple.news/AwGZSyGgJ...