Summary

In this thought-provoking episode of unDUBBED, hosts Fiona Crocker and Sarah Burnett sit down with Dr. Mark Powell - psychologist, bestselling author of The Mind Beyond the Machine, global keynote speaker, and Head of Private Cloud Data Delivery at Standard Chartered Bank - to explore the powerful intersection of AI, psychology, human behaviour, and leadership.

Mark brings a rare blend of cutting-edge technology strategy and human-first leadership, shaped by decades of leading billion-dollar tech transformations and a deep understanding of how mindset and behaviour influence success. Together, we unpack how AI reflects human consciousness, why our fears often say more about us than the technology, and how leaders can adapt, evolve, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Takeaways

• AI and human behaviour: Why AI is a mirror to our own thinking - and why unexamined mindsets may be a bigger risk than the technology itself


• Mindset in the age of AI: How reframing fear into opportunity can fuel personal growth and professional innovation


• Authenticity and leadership: Why authentic human contribution still matters - and how to protect it in an AI-saturated world


• Ethics and accountability: The role of governance, design principles, and human oversight in ensuring AI is used responsibly


• The growth mindset in action: How to use AI as an ally to enhance creativity, productivity, and learning, not replace them


• Practical change management for yourself: Why you need to be your own coach, set tangible goals, and reward your progress

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Undubbed Podcast

01:25 Mark Powell's Journey: From Psychology to Tech Transformation

08:53 The Writing Process: A Human Perspective on AI

13:14 Navigating Anxiety in the Age of AI

25:59 Authenticity and Human Contribution in a Tech-Driven World

33:14 The Importance of Listening and Communication

34:13 Navigating the Chaos of Learning

36:49 Change Management and Self-Improvement

38:44 The Power of Mindset and Reframing

42:31 Ethics and Accountability in AI

48:47 Teaching Machines: Understanding vs. Remixing Noise

58:28 Building AI: Escaping Limits or Understanding Them?

01:01:18 Embracing Opportunity in a Messy World

Links

Connect with Mark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markpowellpsy/

Mark’s website: https://www.markpowellonline.com/

Buy Mark’s Book: The Mind Beyond the Machine

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Keywords

AI, psychology, technology transformation, human behavior, ethics, leadership, change management, authenticity, data, growth mindset