In this episode of Future Finance, Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper discuss the accelerating pace of AI development and why trying to keep up with every new model is becoming a losing battle. They explore what finance professionals should focus on instead, including AI workflows, process design, data, governance, and automation.

Paul and Glenn also discuss how AI is changing the way finance teams work. As tools become more capable, they believe the lasting advantage will come from knowing how to structure processes, give clear instructions, manage AI-powered workflows, and apply human judgment where it matters most.

In this episode, you will discover:

Why finance professionals should stop chasing every new AI model.
Which AI skills are likely to remain valuable as tools continue to change.
Why process thinking, data, and orchestration are becoming more important.
What risks finance teams should consider when using vibe coding and automation.
Why governance and human oversight still matter in AI-powered workflows.

Paul and Glenn explain that finance professionals do not need to constantly switch tools to gain value from AI. Instead, they should focus on building strong processes that can work across different platforms as the technology continues to evolve.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiii

Follow Paul:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguy

Disclosure: Portions of this episode (such as the introduction or promotional segments) use AI-generated voice narration produced under human editorial review.

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Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.

In Today's Episode:

[00:00] - Welcome

[02:21] - The Race for AGI

[08:28] - AI Is Moving Fast

[17:38] - Stop Chasing Models

[19:43] - Durable AI Skills

[25:03] - Data & Orchestration

[28:08] - Vibe Coding Risks

[32:18] - AI Governance

[34:42] - The Cost of AI

[42:07] - What to Focus On

[44:35] - Closing Thoughts

AI Is Accelerating Faster Than Humans Can Keep Up: What Should Finance Pros Do

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AI Is Accelerating Faster Than Humans Can Keep Up: What Should Finance Pros Do