How to Overcome AI Resistance — IGNORE IT ❗ ‼ ❗

Creating real change with AI adoption requires focus, not fighting resistance. Instead of wasting time convincing skeptics, companies should prioritize early adopters and those eager to experiment with new technology. Success comes when momentum builds from within, using “FOMO” (Fear of Missing Out) to motivate the stragglers — not from forcing it on everyone at once.

In a recent Everyday AI podcast, host Jordan Wilson spoke with Karrie Sullivan, CEO of Culminate Strategy Group, about how companies can maximize ROI from tools like Microsoft CoPilot, OpenAI, and similar AI licenses. The secret? Focus on empowering the right people and creating momentum that pulls the rest of the organization forward.

KEY GROUPS TO FOCUS ON:

🚀 EARLY ADOPTERS: The top 7% who dive into AI and generate immediate productivity. They show the first ROI and get others excited.

💡 QUICK FOLLOWERS: This group follows closely. Willing to learn with a clear framework, their curiosity helps scale AI adoption after early successes.

⏳ THE FINAL 70%: The majority of employees may hesitate at first. With simple, automated tools and processes, they’ll adapt once they see results and feel the pressure to keep up.