The AI Report Live

Summary

In this episode, Liam interviews Philip Alm, co-founder and CEO of Norditech and Viss.AI. They discuss Philip's entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early days programming Minecraft servers to founding Norditech, a company focused on making AI accessible for everyone. The conversation covers the challenges of starting a business, finding product-market fit, and the vision behind Norditech's automation solutions. Philip shares insights on the technical challenges of AI, the importance of user experience, and the future of AI in the business landscape. He also emphasizes the significance of team culture and the role of mentorship in growth. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of an Entrepreneur 05:55 The Birth of Norditech AI 11:36 Finding Product-Market Fit 17:08 Technical Challenges and Solutions 22:54 The Future of AI Automation 29:41 Navigating the API Jungle 34:37 The Power of Natural Language in Automation 40:21 Building a Strong Company Culture 51:52 Predictions for the Future of AI 57:09 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Summary

In this episode, Liam Lawson interviews Richard White, founder and CEO of Fathom, the leading AI note-taking tool. Richard shares his entrepreneurial journey, experiences with Y Combinator, and the evolution of AI technology. He discusses the ideation process behind Fathom, its unique features, and the importance of branding. Richard also reflects on leadership, team dynamics, and the future vision for Fathom as an AI-driven platform. He emphasizes the need for cultural readiness in a rapidly changing tech landscape and offers valuable advice for young entrepreneurs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Richard White and Fathom AI

03:09 Richard's Entrepreneurial Journey

06:07 Experiences at Y Combinator

09:08 The Evolution of AI and Fathom's Foundation

12:18 Building Fathom: The Ideation Process

15:01 Core Principles and Team Dynamics

18:04 Branding and Market Positioning

21:03 Future Vision for Fathom AI

28:39 The Future of Fathom: Beyond Note-Taking

32:31 Cultural Readiness in AI Development

37:05 Hiring for AI: A New Approach

37:21 Reflections on Leadership and Growth

41:23 Adapting Management Styles as Companies Grow

44:23 The Joy of Building and Creating Value

45:59 Navigating Growth: Balancing Size and Culture

52:39 Advice to My Younger Self: Trust Yourself

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Grant Hushek shares his journey from being a furnace operator in a family business to becoming an entrepreneur and owner of Grantbot Process and Consulting. He discusses the importance of responsibility, family, and the drive to create a better work-life balance. Grant reflects on his experiences at Hampton Members Club, the lessons learned from rapid growth, and the role of automation and AI in modern business. He emphasizes the need for a new definition of labor and the importance of skill development in the evolving job market. The conversation also touches on personal aspirations, future goals, and the vision for his business.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Grant Hushek and His Journey

03:06 From Furnace Operator to Entrepreneur

05:52 The Transition to Tech and Startups

08:44 The Importance of Responsibility and Family

11:59 Joining Hampton Members Club

14:49 The Early Days at Hampton

17:44 Lessons Learned from Chaos

20:27 The Evolution of Roles at Hampton

23:32 Transitioning to Grantbot Process and Consulting

29:15 Defining the New Labor Landscape

32:09 Live Automation Session with AI Tool Report

37:58 The Future of Work and Skill Development

41:48 Navigating Client Relationships

44:49 Choosing Industries for Automation Services

47:53 Scalability and Trust in Business

50:32 Working with Legacy Systems

53:38 Understanding Automation, AI, and AI Agents

58:30 The Future of Labor and Skill Gaps

01:02:19 Work-Life Balance and Personal Goals

01:08:02 Vision for the Future and Business Aspirations

01:13:41 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

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Summary

In this episode of AI Tool Report Live, host Liam Lawson interviews Yoav Einav, co-founder of Guidde, a platform focused on creating efficient, scalable guides for software. They discuss Yoav's journey from his early career to becoming an entrepreneur, the significance of user-guided content in tech, and how Guidde leverages AI to simplify complex software processes. Yoav shares insights on building a customer-focused company, the role of AI in improving user onboarding, and the challenges of scaling a startup. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, customer empathy, and the need for aspiring entrepreneurs to act and start creating.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Guide: A Founder's Story

05:11 Navigating Product Development: Insights and Strategies

10:16 The Evolution of Guide: From Feature to Product

15:19 Understanding Customer Needs: The Value of Communication

20:06 AI in Action: Building a Personalized Experience

25:06 The Future of Guide: Vision and Innovations

30:22 Building a Company Culture: Lessons from the Journey

35:23 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Embracing the Challenge

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Summary

In this episode of AI Tool Report Live, host Liam Lawson interviews Prem Kumar, CEO of Humanly.io, a leading conversational platform for high-volume hiring. They discuss Prem's journey from his first job to becoming a successful entrepreneur, the importance of candidate experience in recruitment, and how Humanly blends automation with a human touch. Prem shares insights on building an inclusive company culture, the role of AI in recruitment, and the challenges of scaling a startup. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, technical curiosity, and the need for aspiring entrepreneurs to take action and get started.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Prem Kumar and Humanly.io

02:36 Prem's Early Career and Entrepreneurial Journey

05:42 The Genesis of Humanly and Candidate Experience

08:32 Balancing Automation and Human Touch in Recruiting

11:08 Insights from Behavioral Science in Recruitment

13:53 Benefits of Humanly for Recruiting Firms

15:42 AI Infrastructure and Bias Mitigation

19:19 Building an Inclusive Company Culture

21:46 Challenges of Scaling Company Culture

23:47 Traits of a Great CEO

26:29 Self-Evaluation as a CEO

29:38 Technical Curiosity and Learning as a CEO

31:34 Future Trends in AI and Humanly's Vision

36:53 Motivation and Work-Life Balance

39:49 The Importance of Mentorship

42:12 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in AI

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Summary

In this episode, Liam Lawson interviews Shawn Miller, co-founder and CEO of Inboundr AI. They discuss Shawn's journey from door-to-door sales to entrepreneurship, including ventures in the food delivery industry. Shawn explains how Inboundr AI helps users create authentic, employee-led content by using AI to analyze transcripts from meetings, podcasts, and conversations.

They also cover the rise of social media in buyer behavior, the challenges of building trust in AI-generated content, and the future of Inboundr AI, with plans to expand into photo and video content. Shawn shares insights on AI's potential disruptions, the importance of communication, and his entrepreneurial drive, particularly within Canada's supportive startup ecosystem.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Sean Miller and Inbounder AI

02:21 From Door-to-Door Sales to Entrepreneurship

06:25 Pivoting from a Failed Business to Inbounder AI

09:48 The Rise of Employee-Led Content

14:41 The Psychology Behind the Shift in Buyer Behavior

18:20 How Inbounder AI Works

21:39 Growth and Values of Inbounder AI

26:08 The Future of Inbounder AI

26:49 Backlash and Challenges in the Content Marketing Space

29:25 AI-Powered Personalized Content Creation

30:58 Co-Founder Dynamics

35:50 Building Trust in AI-Generated Content

37:59 Expanding into Photo and Video Content

44:02 The Future of AI

45:53 Starting an AI Business

47:24 Motivation for Entrepreneurship

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It's easy to get caught up in AI fear, specifically the fear of being replaced. We talked about as much in our last episode. However the more relevant fear we should be focused on is the fear of being tricked.

If the era of fake news and the emergence of deep fakes wasn't enough, now we need to contend with the reality that most major tech companies don't actually care what's being shared, taking the stance that it's up to us to decide what's real as long as they're getting their clicks.

Last time we talked about the need to rediscover out capacity to think critically. This time we're showing you why. Alongside previous guest and friend Casey Fox, founder of Tekletics, we took on a project that showed us just how easy it was to break Twitter, and virtually any media platform, all by following the rules.

You're going to want to see this going into the U.S. election next week.

Summary

In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Shayan Arman (Shy), a former employee at Apple and the founder of Zero Inbox and Thali AI. They discuss Shy's experiences at Apple, including meeting Tim Cook and working on Siri. They also delve into the development and features of Zero Inbox, an email manager that uses AI to simplify email organization. Shy shares insights into the AI industry and the potential of large language models (LLMs) like GPT. They also touch on the future of AI and the role it may play in sales and communication. In this conversation, Shy discusses the future of AI and automation, as well as his own project, Surf, a modular dishwasher. He explains that AI agents will become essential for productivity and competition, and predicts that AI technology will continue to improve and be applied in various industries. However, he also expresses concerns about the use of AI in warfare and the potential loss of human connection. Shy shares his experience of doing the Camino de Santiago and emphasizes the importance of finding balance in life and enjoying the present moment.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:34 Meeting Tim Cook and Working on Siri at Apple

02:43 Simplifying Email Organization with Zero Inbox

05:56 The Growth and Potential of the AI Industry

08:57 Thali AI: AI Agents for Salespeople

13:05 The Future of AI: Personal AI Agents for Communication

24:45 The Future of AI and Automation

32:23 Introducing Surf: The Modular Dishwasher

36:15 Predictions for AI and Automation

36:58 The Importance of the Camino de Santiago

43:23 Finding Balance in Life

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In this episode, Jake George, founder of Synthoria Labs, joins Liam Lawson to discuss B2B custom AI development and the creation of intelligent AI agents to solve complex business challenges. Jake highlights the limitations of tools like ChatGPT and the importance of custom AI solutions integrated with existing systems.

They also explore how AI and automation save time, cut costs, and help businesses scale, while Jake shares his journey from crypto marketing to AI development. Together, they address misconceptions about AI in B2B, the skills gap, and the future of AI, offering advice for newcomers to the field.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:17 The Power of Custom AI Solutions

11:20 Understanding AI, Agents, and Automations

17:04 Building AI Agents with No-Code and Low-Code Platforms

24:16 The Launchpad: Overcoming Challenges in Personal Branding

35:18 LinkedIn: A Valuable Platform for B2B Networking and Personal Branding

39:47 Social Media and Attention Management

41:07 Misconceptions about AI in the B2B Space

44:40 The Impact of AI on Laziness and the Skills Gap

58:01 The Freedom and Challenges of Being a Digital Entrepreneur

01:04:57 The Exciting and Evolving Future of AI

01:09:54 Advice for Those Interested in AI

01:12:50 Contacting Jake George

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Summary

Audrey Chia, Founder of Close with Copy, shares her journey in marketing, LinkedIn growth, and leveraging AI in copywriting. She emphasizes action, a growth mindset, and consistency for success. Audrey discusses the power of personal branding, her experiences with public speaking, and her content strategy focused on listening and asking the right questions. She also introduces her LinkedIn Launchpad, a system for building personal brands, and shares her favorite AI tools, highlighting the importance of a clear vision. Audrey touches on the future of AI in advertising and its potential to empower more creatives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Spontaneity

02:26 Optimal Focus Stack and Work-Life Balance

04:16 The Power of the LinkedIn Community

06:44 Audrey's Journey as an Entrepreneur

11:02 Leveraging AI Tools in Copywriting

13:39 Consistency and Dedication in Personal Branding

16:23 Unlocking Opportunities through LinkedIn

30:27 The Secret to Success

32:41 Launching Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn

37:27 The LinkedIn Launchpad

40:10 AI Tools and the Importance of Vision

53:11 The Future of AI in Advertising

58:33 Empowering Creatives with AI

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Shiny new toys are great and all, but there's really only one question nearly all of us are asking when it comes to AI: are we in danger of being replaced?

AI thinks faster, combines data more effectively, and isn't burdened with inefficiencies like bathroom breaks and a need for social connections. So how do we fit into all of this? And what do we do to get ready?

We're on with Pascal Bornet, a living legend in the AI world with over 20 years experience in automation. Drawing from his experience living in working everywhere from France and China, to Singapore and the United States, he shares what he's learned about the direction AI is taking, what we can do to get ready for the coming changes, and how getting ready for the future means tapping into ancient wisdom.

Summery

In this episode, Liam Lawson interviews Hank Barker, co-founder of PriorAIty. Hank shares his self-taught journey into AI and his mission to provide value through bespoke consulting and training for businesses. The discussion touches on the importance of authenticity on LinkedIn, the challenges companies face with AI implementation, and the need for tailored training and data readiness. Hank's company focuses on simplifying AI for organizations, offering workshops and training to ensure smooth integration. He also emphasizes work-life balance, the role of nature in staying grounded, and his excitement for the future of AI, particularly voice technology.

Chapters

00:00 The Supportive AI Community and the Power of Personal Connections

03:29 From Teaching College Students to Training Businesses

11:30 Tailoring AI Training to the Specific Needs of Organizations

15:31 Challenges Companies Face in Adopting AI

26:29 Addressing the Lack of Knowledge and Understanding of AI

28:23 Data Readiness for AI Implementation

30:42 Monetization Strategies and Courses in AI

33:49 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn

37:12 The Benefits of Nature and a Structured Morning Routine

39:30 The Potential of AI Voice Technology

48:20 Approaching AI with Curiosity and Enthusiasm

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Summary

In this episode, Liam Lawson interviews Rob Howard, founder of Howard Development Consulting and Innovating with AI. They discuss Rob's diverse background in writing, advertising, journalism, and tech, and how he integrated these skills with AI. Rob shares insights on working with clients of all sizes, the challenges of large organizations, and the importance of experimentation in a long-term career. They also explore the creation of Innovating with AI and the AI Incubator course, which guides people from zero to building an AI product. Rob emphasizes the need for continuous learning, staying ahead in AI, and combining technical skills with effective communication. He also touches on the excitement around AI video generation, the importance of taking risks, and maintaining work-life balance. Rob advises beginners to start with mainstream chatbots and build solutions that address real problems.

Chapters

00:00 Combining Tech Skills with Communication Skills

06:27 The Unique Collaboration of Traits

12:06 Experimentation and Future Focus

26:09 The Breakthrough Moment: AI

29:59 Shaping Offerings Based on Market Demand

33:09 Combining Tech and Communication in AI

36:08 Delivering Live Workshops and Using Live Questions

38:01 Common Misconceptions About AI Models

40:28 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in the AI Field

50:37 Exciting Developments in Video Generation and AI Models

54:20 Getting Started in AI: Familiarize Yourself with Chatbots

57:02 Achieving a Healthy Work-Life Balance in the AI Field

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Summary

In this episode, Ben Etherington, CTO and co-founder of Webforge, shares his journey from the film industry to AI and his expertise in helping businesses implement AI effectively. The discussion explores the importance of data readiness, the challenges of outdated processes, and the role of company culture in adopting AI. Ben also touches on the future of AI, ethical considerations, and the differences between the US and UK tech landscapes. The episode wraps up with insights on building client trust and a light-hearted conversation about the challenges of having famous namesakes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:07 Being Technical and Having Sales Skills

16:55 Webforge's Consulting, Strategy, and Education Services

26:00 Misconceptions and Challenges in AI Implementation

29:40 Conducting AI Readiness Audits

33:10 Poly-Structured Data Challenges

46:54 Working with SMBs: Trust and Value Propositions

58:35 Challenges of Compartmentalized Businesses

01:05:26 The Need for Transparency and Action in the AI Industry

01:07:32 Dispelling Misconceptions about Americans

01:11:41 Ranking Higher on Google: Building a Personal Brand

01:20:22 Inspiration from AI Thought Leaders

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Summary

In this episode of the AI Report, Liam interviews Olga Beregovaya, the VP of AI at Smartling, the number one AI translation platform. Olga has 20 years of experience in the machine learning and AI industry, with a background in linguistics. They discuss the role of AI in translation, the evolution of language AI models, and the challenges and opportunities of running an AI-focused company. Smartling's mission is to provide human-quality translation through automated means and make global communication seamless. The company culture is characterized by an innovative spirit, agility, and a focus on customer needs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:28 Transformative Developments in Language AI

12:28 Competition and Advancements in the AI Landscape

15:14 The Open Source vs. Closed Source Debate in AI

18:18 Smartling: Revolutionizing Translation Automation

21:59 Moving Towards Human Parity in Machine Translation

26:15 Smartling's Mission: Human-Quality Translation and Seamless Global Communication

29:34 Growth in the Enterprise Level and Focus on Innovation

31:23 Trend Towards Full Automation in the Translation Industry

33:35 Running an AI-Enabled Company: Agility and Focus

40:04 The Role of a VP of AI at Smartling

43:49 Company Culture: Innovative Spirit and Inspiration

46:57 Connecting with Smartling

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Summary

In this episode, Liam interviews Davis McCondichie, co-founder of Swipe Labs. They discuss Davis' background, including his lawn care business and passion for photography, as well as his journey into the world of AI and advertising. Davis shares insights into writing scripts for YouTube videos and understanding human psychology to create engaging content. In this part of the conversation, Davis McCondichie and Liam discuss the importance of voice and personality in content creation, the preference for British accents, the use of female voice actors, and the impact of AI on scriptwriting. They also explore the concept of going viral, the components of virality, and the role of novelty and conversation. They touch on the cycles of old content becoming new again and the influence of algorithms on social media platforms. In this conversation, Davis McCondichie discusses the challenges and strategies of growing on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. He explains how platforms like Reels and TikTok penalize organic advertisements and incentivize paid ads. Davis also emphasizes the importance of creating high-quality content, building a community, and engaging with the audience. He shares insights from his experience at Swipe Labs and highlights the significance of communication and trust in client relationships. Davis concludes by expressing his passion for storytelling and advertising.

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SwipeLabs

Just a few decades ago, about 90% of legal defendants could count on having effective legal counsel throughout their proceedings. Today, that figure has completely inverted. Due to rising costs within the legal system itself, as well as other factors, more people than ever are trying to navigate a system with very real and far-reaching consequences in their lives with no training and little guidance.

Sam and his team are working to fix that.

A former attorney, Sam leveraged his experience to build several tools that guide people through their legal challenges, and hopes to continue his fight to bring access to legal resources to everyone. Join us today as we hear his perspective on the future of legal representation, and his story about how he took on the Australian government and won.

Summary

In this conversation, Liam Lawson and Elliot Raine discuss the use of AI in scaling businesses. They cover topics such as AI as a marketing machine, AI fit in marketing, building AI systems, and leveraging AI in different aspects of business. They also explore the importance of product quality, revenue generation activities, and the role of AI in lead generation and customer acquisition. The conversation provides insights into how AI can be used to optimize marketing efforts and drive business growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Live Event Start

02:26 Introduction to Elliot Raine and Topic Overview

03:22 AI as a Marketing Machine for 10Xing Your Results

08:05 Revenue Generation Activities and the Importance of Product Quality

13:41 Optimizing Lead Generation and Customer Acquisition with AI

19:23 Leveraging AI in Email Marketing, Social Media, and Paid Advertising

31:29 Paid Advertising: The Most Predictable Way to Grow Your Business

39:03 The Importance of AI CRM in Business Growth

45:43 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

⁠⁠Connect with Elliott

On today's news roundup: Procreate takes a stand against AI, custom-made GPT4o's, and overall panic throughout Fortune 500 companies.

Episode Summary

In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Andrew Mounier, a B2B SaaS marketing expert, about his background and experiences in scaling companies. They discuss topics such as the importance of building relationships, the transition from a political science degree to entrepreneurship, and the motivation behind Andrew's career choices. They also touch on the process of hiring and finding the right fit in a company, as well as Andrew's passion for building a better world through technology and social purpose. In this conversation, Liam Lawson and Andrew Mounier discuss the use of AI in marketing, the importance of human touch in customer service, and the future of AI in various industries. They also touch on the need for individuals to upskill themselves in AI and the potential job displacement that may occur. Andrew shares his personal goals of launching a climate tech business, owning a farm, and creating a retreat focused on mindfulness and human connection.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:43 Building Relationships and Thriving in the B2B SaaS Space

05:04 Transition from Political Science to Entrepreneurship

08:38 Balancing Personal Projects and Career Growth

10:45 Prioritizing Equity and Ownership in Job Opportunities

16:17 Servant Leadership and Empowering Teams

20:16 Finding Alignment in Job Opportunities

24:06 Lately: Using AI for Social Media Marketing

39:07 The Role of AI in Marketing and Customer Service

44:37 The Importance of Upskilling in AI

50:17 The Future of AI: Creativity and Mindfulness

01:07:16 Andrew's Personal Goals: Climate Tech, Farm Ownership, and Mindfulness Retreat

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Whether you're a first time listener or a longtime fan, you're safe to think we're pretty AI forward here. But in all our talk about AI being the future, it can be easy to lose sight of the actual future: our kids.AI is bringing up all kinds of issues critical for both society at large and individual parents, like me. What kind of world are we creating? How will our kids find their place? What does their education to get them ready look like?We're on with Edward Glassman, faculty and leading voice of the AI Task Force at Philadelphia's prestigious Springhill Chestnut Hill Academy, on what it looks like to raise the entrepreneurs of tomorrow, how to navigate AI in the education space, and what it means to be a parent and teacher in this age of transition.

Summary

In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Justin Hardy, an expert in building funnels. They discuss the importance of using funnels for conversions and how AI can speed up the funnel creation process. Justin provides a step-by-step guide on building AI funnels and shares insights on creating effective sales pages. He emphasizes the need to focus on one skill, find an AI tool that augments it, and become really good at it. Justin also highlights the opportunities that AI brings for entrepreneurs and advises starting small and growing from there.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Justin Hardy and Funnel Building

02:24 Understanding Funnels and their Benefits

05:46 Using AI to Speed Up Funnel Creation

10:32 Step-by-Step Guide to Building Sales Pages

14:41 Using AI Prompts to Create Landing Page Copy

20:26 Opportunities for Entrepreneurs in the AI Era

38:00 Advice for Starting a Business in the AI Era

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On today's news roundup: Grok-2 Launches, Google's Gemini Live comes for ChatGPT, and Elon Musk is accused of data theft. Again.

Summary

In this episode, Liam interviews Charlie Hills, founder of Cognified and editor-in-chief at Martek AI. They discuss Charlie's journey as an entrepreneur, his early experiences with AI, and his current ventures. Charlie shares insights on time management, personal branding, and the lessons he learned from his food tech startup. Charlie Hills shares his experience in the virtual brand space and the challenges he faced, including the difficulty of hiring talented and ambitious individuals. He also discusses his journey on LinkedIn, the importance of engaging with others, and the impact of AI on content creation. Charlie emphasizes the need for patience, focusing on the quality of work, and enjoying the process. He also highlights the potential of AI agents and encourages people to get started and experiment with AI.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:03 The Impact of AI on Customer Loyalty

06:00 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn

10:04 Monetizing a Personal Brand

12:13 Lessons from Running a Food Tech Startup

20:54 Transitioning to Freelance Work

24:43 The Risks of Ordering from Virtual Brands on Delivery Platforms

28:13 Bringing Personality and Creativity to B2B Content

49:39 AI Trends: Top Models and the Future of AI Agents

52:56 Getting Started with AI: Take the First Step

55:10 Connect with Charlie Hills on LinkedIn for AI and Marketing Insights

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Data makes the world go round. And with the advent of generative AI, it's not going to slow down. If that makes you uncomfortable, you're not alone.

Today we have Dr. Philip Seegers, labor economist and researcher, on how data really does make incredibly accurate predictions of success in both education and work, and why gen AI is something we genuinely need to embrace... IF we can do a better job of addressing our own biases.

On today's news roundup:

- OpenAI secrets

- A guilty Google

- The smartest robot ever

Summary

Thomas Thompson, co-founder and CEO of EduAid, discusses his background as a teacher and the inspiration behind creating a tool for instructional design that uses generative AI. He emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practices in education and how AI can support teachers in creating more efficient and effective lessons. The EduAid platform allows teachers to integrate various tools and resources into one workspace, making lesson planning more streamlined and personalized. The team at EduAid aims to provide accessible and affordable AI tools for teachers, focusing on the quality of instruction rather than just saving time. Thompson also discusses the challenges and opportunities in the education technology landscape and the need for thoughtful adoption of AI in schools. In this conversation, Thomas Thompson discusses the adaptation of eduAID to different states' regulations and the importance of data privacy. He explains how eduAID avoids collecting personally identifiable information and focuses on instructional design elements. Thomas also talks about the lack of AI tools specifically focused on teachers and education. He mentions the need for discussions with policymakers to further develop eduAID and the challenges of integrating AI into the education system. The ultimate goal of education, according to Thomas, is sustainability and the development of basic literacy, numeracy, and interdisciplinary thinking skills.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:47 Thomas Thompson's Journey into Teaching

06:01 The Intersection of AI and Education

09:12 Best Practices in Education and AI's Role

14:00 Introduction to AI and the Genesis of EduAid

17:12 Transition from Teaching to Starting an AI Company

23:44 Exploring the Components of EduAid

28:38 Enhancing Teaching and Planning with EduAid

31:24 Feedback and Value of EduAid for Teachers

34:33 Affordable AI Tools

38:15 The Role of a Small Distributed Team

46:08 The Slow Pace of Policy Development

51:21 Developing Frameworks and Policy

57:10 Diversity of Opinions Among Teachers

01:01:52 The Future of Education

01:03:50 The Foundation: Basic Literacy and Numeracy Skills

01:12:28 The Goal of Education: Sustainability

01:22:01 The Decline in Basic Numeracy and Literacy Skills

01:27:06 Building and Growing in the AI Space: Caution and Research

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Show Notes

In this conversation, Liam Lawson interviews Mark Crowley, the CEO and founder of AI Tool Report. They discuss Mark's journey as an entrepreneur, starting his first company in high school and growing it to success. They also talk about the genesis of AI Tool Report and how it has evolved over time. Mark shares his insights on hiring the right people, focusing on strengths, and the importance of market feedback. They also discuss the role of AI in their daily processes and the future of AI Tool Report.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:26 Starting Spark Six Media in High School

08:42 Entrepreneurship and College

18:08 Genesis of AI Tool Report

23:20 Lessons Learned and Future Plans

32:36 The Future of AI Tool Report

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We're on with Damien Riehl, the man who famously copyrighted every melody that is and ever will be, only to put them in the public domain. His reasoning: to raise the bar of what we've traditionally thought of as "creativity". Join us as we explore why we should question the idea of people being able to trademark and patent creativity, as well as what the rise of AI means for artists, musicians, and creators.

On this week's news roundup: The French come after OpenAI, Musk makes another bold declaration, and Meta jumps into the open-source AI ring.

On today's news roundup: Meta pauses its plans in the EU and splits in two, while former OpenAI chief scientist goes all-in on AI safety.

AI is changing the employment game on both sides. Applicants are looking for new ways to differentiate themselves and remain relevant, while employers are trying to balance rapidly shifting technology alongside very real security and liability concerns.

Perhaps no one is better positioned to share insight into this tug of war than Santiago Nisnik, head of product development at Athyna (one of the leading international hiring firms). From the perspective of years of data, coupled with hundreds of applicants and employers, Santiago shares why AI is about to transform the hiring process and how new opportunities will touch the global employment pool.

On today's news roundup, Apple finally reveals its AI, which prompts Elon Musk to issue them an ultimatum, which is immediately followed by Musk dropping his OpenAI lawsuit.

Thing happen fast around here.

I've said this before, and I'll say it again:AI isn't smart, it's fast.It can't "take" your job, especially if you're staying on top of things. Yes, there's a steep learning curve to using generative AI. But if we're honest, that curve is less about the technology and more about the fact that humans are just naturally obstinate creatures.To help drive this point home, we're on with Ray Hayden, Senior instructional designer at the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM to its friends), who shares his thoughts on why it can be hard to learn something new, and why the success of AI is impossible without the human touch.

On this week's news roundup: Hugging Face has a major security breach, Microsoft lays the groundwork for a future cyber security disaster, and the OpenAI/Google whistleblower saga continues.

Though AI gets thrown around a lot, the reality is the underlying architecture has been around for a LONG time. Specifically, predictive analytics has been a lynchpin of everything from economics and farming, to baseball and video games.

One of the most important, and lesser known, implementations is the U.S. college admissions process. Over the last few decades, the cost of higher education in the United States has skyrocketed (with no signs of slowing down). Much of this has to do with predictive analytics and the business of "strategic enrollment management". That is, the science of maximizing students applications while minimizing financial aid.

We're on with Alan Katzman, founder of Social Assurity, on how he's watching the data flow from students to college, his experience around the metrics that dictate who gets how much for college, and his thoughts on how AI is primed to upend the entire system.

This week's news roundup continues the Sam Altman and OpenAI saga, and bring Elon Musk back into our collective consciousness.

With so much clickbait, you'd be forgiven for thinking generative AI was only for making pictures of world leaders as animals and frightening us with imitations of consciousness. But the possibilities of generative AI are endless, especially when combined with existing technology like Wifi.

We're on with Origin Wifi CCO Tony Nicolaidis on what exactly is wifi sensing technology, why it's primed to disrupt everything from security to daycares, and how AI is boosting it's processing on an exponential curve.

This week's recap is entirely focused on AI safety, or possibly the lack thereof.

On this week's news roundup:

- A major ChatGPT upgrade

- Google 3D in 2025

- And even more Google as they add AI to their flagship search

On this week's news roundup:

- A potentially massive AI upgrade for Siri

- GrokAI to deliver your news

- OpenAI wants YOUR feedback on how its models behave

Generative AI is everywhere, it's the new thing we all can't stop talking about, no matter how much the reasonable people around me ask me to.

But despite how dominant it is, it's not the end all, be all. Generative AI probably isn't taking your job, and it's almost certainly not going to take over the world. At worst, it's going to give you something new to have to learn, and at best, it'll be a massive boost in your productivity. So why is it so hard for us to just... chill? 

Ash Garner, Co-Founder of tomoro, is on today giving us his perspective on while almost every business has a use for AI, successful integration relies on focusing on the problem to be solved rather than an abstract need to "stay ahead".

On this week's news roundup, we cover:

- A notable drop in Meta advertiser confidence

- Apple staffing a secret AI lab with ex-Google staff

- Microsoft to build humanoid robots

We humans are funny. On the one hand, we're all about innovation and progress. Yet on the other, we can't help but speculate about endless doomsday scenarios. From ancient apocalypses to Y2K and 2012, we love to focus on the next thing that will definitely destroy us. AI is the next end du jour.

But not everyone sees it that way.

Dr. Sam Samman, with scroll of credentials and veritable alphabet of honorifics, sees a near future where humans are augmented by AI. One where the speed of innovation is limited only by the speed of thought. In this future, as in the title of his book, we all attain the Singularity of Hope.

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This week's news roundup covers Microsoft making the Mona Lisa rap, Apple acquiring yet another AI startup, and industry giants coming together to protect our kids. Let's get to it.

We're all adverse to change. If you think I'm wrong, ask your therapist.But if you've been anywhere near the internet this last year, I think you'd agree that change is actively happening, right now. The explosion of generative AI shows no signs of slowing down, promising a seismic shift in how we interact with and leverage technology in virtually every aspect of our lives. It's exciting, wondrous, and definitely scary.We're on today with Tak Lo, founder, veteran, and serial entrepreneur on what it means to retain the singular quality that separates us from AI, and how we should all strive to reconnect with that humanity as leaders for our organizations and ourselves as we enter the age of Artificial intelligence.

This week's top news includes:

- Elon Musk sets his sight son ChatGPT

- OpenAI lands in Japan

- Microsoft makes a $1.5 billion global AI move

This week's top stories include:

- DALL-E adds new photo editing tools

- OpenAI changes its usage policy

- Intel aims to dethrone NVIDIA

This week's top stories include Open AI's voice replication, Apple surpassing GPT 4, and Google considering starting to charge for searches.

How do you feel about AI giving you financial advice or a medical diagnosis? Would you be comfortable on a transcontinental flight knowing it's piloted by a machine?

Jared Bonilla, fractional CAIO gives his perspective on the changing face of the workplace and why humans will always want another human to be part of their world.

This week's top stories star Sora, Adobe, and Airtable.

Think of all the do-overs you'd take if given the chance: businesses, investments, relationships... It's not often in life we get second chances. Which is one of the reason AI is so exciting. It's nearly unbelievable to be riding a wave of change that starts with the technology, builds on the professional, swells in the social, and crashes into philosophy. We're live with Anne Murphy, 25 year veteran fundraiser and early AI adopter to ruminate on how AI is poised to shake up everything from corporate workflows to gender dynamics. I'm Arturo and this is AITR Live.

- Stability AI's new model turns 2D images into 3D videos

- NVIDIA unveils 'Blackwell'

- NHS AI test spots tiny cancers missed by doctors

- xAI open sources base model of Grok

As exciting as it is to delve into the theory and policies that drive AI innovation, sometimes we need to ask "but how do I implement it"? Today we're doing thing differently. We're on with Louis Shulman, co-foudner of inbox ghosts, to get into the details of how to scale AI-powered newsletter copywriting business. And as an added bonus, we have our editor in chief and resident digital nomad Liam Lawson doing the interview. I'm Arturo, and this is AITR Live.  Without me.

It seems impossible to say "diversity" these days without igniting a firestorm. It speaks to the challenge humans have separating who we are from what we were taught. Beyond it being simply the right thing to do, there's empirical data that proves companies committed to diversity and equality consistently show a more profitable bottom line.We sit down with Zev Eigen, MIT graduate and the co-founder and chief data scientist at Syndio who's made it his life's work to balance the hiring and pay scales at companies as he shares what makes his work fulfilling and his vision for how AI will shape the future of human employment.

The banking industry doesn't garner much sympathy. Likely even less once you learn they spend most of their time reacting to new regulation rather than proactively evolving their processes. Christos Markidis hopes to fix that. Today he shares why AI is a significant leap forward for the banking industry, and what he hopes the future brings.

With thousands of tools out there, how to do you know where to start your journey? Our very own Liam Lawson talks about boosting his productivity, upscaling the AI Tool Report, and which tools everyone should start using to maximize their workflow.

Our history makes one thing clear: Humans tend to like to be around other humans socially. It gets complicated when that bleeds into our professional worlds. While planning is important, it often feels like meetings have taken the place of actual works during our day. Enter Xembly, the company founded by NLP veterans committed to streamlining our professional interactions and clarifying the action items that come out of them. Co-Founder and CTO Jason Flaks talks origins, goals, and the importance of being prepared when opportunity strikes.

Leo Rodman has been in the game since the days of dial-up. He shares his unique and invaluable perspective as someone who's seen technology hit it's exponential curve. Join us as we discuss deepfakes, ethics, and everything in between.

All technology is deflationary. By building on previous generations, we find Moore's Law to be true for more than just computers. But most tools are only as good as the platforms upon which they are implemented. Adam Oliner, founder and CEO of Graft, shares his journey from tech to start-up and his vision of human/AI coexsistence.

AI may be new, but entrepreneurship certainly isn't. Human have a long tradition of finding the angles and leveraging the hustle to make their money make more money. Paul Mladjenovic, author of several of the famous "For Dummies" books, shares his insight into why AI may be unique, but its underlying principles of investment remain the same.

With all the talk about job cuts and AI takeover, it's wise to take a moment and reflect on the unique attributes that humans bring to their work. AI is fast and efficient, but at the end of the day is still a tool. Theresa walks us through her perspective, forged from over two decades working with humans, on why the smartest companies are figuring out how to augment, rather than replace, their human teams. (Note- We cursed three times total in this episode. An AITR Live first.)

AI is moving fast, and threatens to leave behind a huge number of people unable to keep up. Today we discuss the responsibilities that fall to those of us at the forefront of development on how to move forward intelligently, so we can all make the most of AI.

Video content production has traditionally been a resource-intensive process for most businesses. Whether client-facing or internal only, video plays a key role in clearly getting a message across. Two years ago, Yoav Einav founded Guidde to disrupt the videography world. He succeeded, and in no small part due to the disruption brought on by generative AI.

Continuing our conversation from earlier this week, we're back on with Evan Shenkman of Fisher Phillips who shares his perspective on the intersection of AI and law, and how his firm's clients are battening down the hatches to stay current and ahead of the wave.

We were invited to be part of a panel discussion with international law firm Fisher Phillips, who's at the forefront of the AI revolution in the legal industry and beyond. Perhaps more than any other profession, lawyers stand to face the lion's share of this technological revolution as they prepare both their own shops as well as those of their clients for as many contingencies as possible.

From a meal alone to a long shower: inspiration can strike at any time. But as innovators, we simply can't spend the time and money chasing after every seemingly good idea. The rise of generative AI is changing that. Access to coding bots and a near-infinite knowledge base is making old ideas cheaper and more realistic than ever. Casey Fox, co-founder and lead architect at Tekletics, shares some stories and insights from his experience doing exactly that for his clients.

If you're looking for a highly-scalable, US-based developer, look no further than Tekletics. Click here to schedule an initial conversation.

The AI revolution is exciting, but threatens a very real cost in human capital. Without appropriate regulation and foresight, our sprint towards the future could leave a huge percentage of our population in the past. We sit down with Giannis Rousopolous, Senior Advisor at the Hellenic Parliament, on the need for intelligent AI discourse and policy, and a detailed look at the recent EU AI Act.

You can connect with Giannis direclt on LinkedIn by clicking here.

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Additional recommended reading:

-The Techno-optimist Manifesto

-EU AI Act Q&A

-E/Acc Movement

-Book: The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest Dilemma, Mustafa Suleyman

-What Can DAOs Learn From Partisan Politics?

We're on with best-selling author, veteran educator, and business coach Dr. Eric Goodman discussing the importance of empathy in our daily interactions, and initiatives aimed at teaching AI how to emulate it.

Click here to connect with Dr. Eric Goodman and subscribe to his twice-weekly newsletter, Confidence in Leadership.

You can also check out the personality test he mentions at https://crackmycode.com/communicate⁠ and check out his best-selling book at Teacher to Leader.

AI may be new to most, but it's been a major player on both sides of the cybersecurity war. We sit down with Jason Read and Zach Bartsch to discuss what's new, what's changed, and what's important in the world of digital safety.

If you or your organization thinks they could benefit from updated cybersecurity policies or procedures, click here to schedule a 10 minute discovery call with the RTB team.

We speak with EEOC Commissioner Keith Sonderling on the AI revolution that threatens to upend decades of work to equalize and diversify the workplace. He gives us his thoughts on the future and how the average person can work with their policymakers to engage with AI effectively and responsibly.

We're live with Jason Wilmot at Canva who's giving us a preview of their latest AI tools. Canva is working to develop tools educators can use to support their mission, and one that can grow alongside students from kindergarten, through middle and high school, and into their professional lives.

To learn more and sign up, go to: https://www.canva.com/education/