AI isn't here to replace entrepreneurs—it's here to amplify how we think. In this episode, Erik Van Horn breaks down exactly how he uses AI as a "thinking partner" to analyze FDDs, research industries, and uncover opportunities that 99% of franchise buyers overlook. Learn how to build your own custom GPTs for research, due diligence, and marketing—and why the right inputs always lead to the right output.
Timestamps:
00:00 – The GPT Should Know Everything About You
02:33 – Using AI as a Thinking Partner
04:04 – Treat AI Like a $10,000/hour Advisor
06:21 – How I Built a Website in a Day With AI
07:40 – Building Custom GPTs for Your Brand
10:11 – How I Use AI to Analyze FDDs
12:24 – Spotting Private Equity Opportunities With AI
17:00 – Create Better Prompts, Get Better Results
20:20 – AI as Your Copywriter, Not Your Voice
26:37 – Analyzing Item 7 and Item 19 With AI
Connect with Erik Van Horn:
🌐 Website - https://franchisesecrets.com/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikvanhorn/
👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erik.v.horn/
💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/
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