In 1887, the Eiffel Tower was labelled a disgrace.
Parisians, especially the so-called experts, called it a “monstrous piece of metal.”
They kicked up a fuss because it didn’t fit their narrative.
They were afraid of change. Afraid of disruption.
But Gustave Eiffel didn’t flinch.
He didn’t ask for permission.
He saw potential where others saw problems and took his shot.
Fast forward over a century, and that “monstrosity” is now the global symbol of Paris.
AI is our Eiffel Tower moment.
Yes, it’s fast.
Yes, it’s messy.
Yes, it’s shaking things up.
But holding on to the past won’t protect your job, your business or your relevance.
Fear is human. But staying stuck is a choice.
Ask better questions:
❌ Not “Will AI replace me?”
✅ But “How can I use it to my benefit?”
The future belongs to those who are willing to learn, fail forward and lead the uncomfortable conversations
People who’ll be remembered like Eiffel — game changers who said, “Let’s build.”
Change doesn’t knock politely.
It kicks the door in.
So the question is…
Will you embrace the impact?
Or will you step up and make one?
