Discover my new book

An AI project execution case study told Like a story. Applied Like a Playbook.

What will you learn?

  • How to turn AI strategy into tangible business results
  • The systems that make execution simple and repeatable
  • Tools that help you take control of your work and move faster with purpose
  • How great leaders think differently about data, people, and progress

Not just another career guide!

Packed with actionable plans and authentic stories, this book distills hard-won victories, humbling setbacks, and triumphant breakthroughs. It’s already empowered hundreds who were never expected to “make it”—discover the secrets to shatter your self imposed limits.

What readers are saying

“I have read career books before, but none have hit me quite like this one. This is book you carry with you into every big decision you make about your career.”

5/5

Unnikrishnan

“I feel renewed and like I have what it takes, I just needed a shift in focus. Great read, good for any ambitious person that feels stuck in a career rut.

 

5/5

Megan D

“It’s rare to find a career book that balances empathy with actionable advice. Sharp, honest, and incredibly empowering. If you feel like your career is off track, this book is your roadmap.”

5/5

Asmita

“Each chapter ends with an insight, which I appreciated. The coworker “Chad” was relatable and ironic for me. I really enjoyed the fact that it didn’t feel AI generated, but rather ‘personal’.”

5/5

Eric

The story of

Shyam Uthaman

I’ve always been a problem solver, the kind who actually fixes things instead of scheduling meetings about them. Despite delivering results, I watched colleagues with better small talk climb faster. Turns out, corporate success has an instruction manual nobody mentions in orientation. Once I understood what worked and what didn’t, I became obsessed with sharing what actually works versus what sounds impressive in theory.

I’ve spent more than 15 years deploying data and AI systems across Fortune 500 companies on five continents, learning why smart teams waste millions on projects that fail predictably. I wrote AI To ROI For Business Leaders to skip the expensive lessons and The Lost Map To Your Career to reveal the unwritten rules of navigating office politics and managing your career. I am proud of my blogs that helped build my brand over the last decade and my recent books that have reached and helped thousands of professionals who are tired of theory and ready for what actually works.

Motivation fades when advice doesn’t survive real life. That’s why I use examples to make complex ideas clear and memorable. I may not have every answer, but I write with structure and intention so what you learn stays with you long after the inspiration fades. If you’re ready to stop collecting advice and start creating change, let’s begin.

Shyam Uthaman