In this special episode, Sean Mooney joins Doug McCormick (HCI Equity Partners) and Lloyd Metz (ICV Partners) to explore the transformative impact of AI on private equity, portfolio companies, and everyday life. From optimizing portfolio company operations to driving innovation in deal sourcing and content creation, this discussion provides actionable insights into how leading firms are leveraging AI to create competitive advantages. Whether you're an investor, executive, or business builder, this episode is packed with strategies to embrace AI's potential in your organization. Episode Highlights:

12:51 - Sean outlines a practical framework for engaging with AI tools, emphasizing the benefits of experimenting with large language models like ChatGPT and Perplexity as a first step.
20:23 - Concrete advice for individuals and business owners: Train your social media algorithms and experiment with AI to unlock strategic insights.
25:23 - How AI applications, such as ChatGPT, can enhance sales, marketing, and streamline repetitive tasks, creating ROI advantages for businesses of all sizes.
39:28 - Sean discusses preparing the next generation for an AI-driven workforce, emphasizing critical thinking and creative utilization of AI tools.
47:09 - Using AI to enable lower middle market portfolio companies: Sean highlights simple, high-ROI approaches like data visualization tools and KPIs to drive business improvements.
53:39 - Sean considers the future: A 15–20-year outlook on AI evolution and the melding of human and machine capabilities in business and beyond.

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