Business Processes Simplified Podcast

AI For Small Business with Mike Rhodes

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Nov 18, 2024
Join Mike Rhodes, an early AI pioneer, as he shares transformative insights for small businesses. Discover how AI automates routine tasks, enhancing efficiency and creativity. Mike delves into use cases for strategic thinking and operational improvements. He discusses integrating AI with onboarding processes, emphasizing the need for clarity and human oversight. Learn about AI's impact on marketing, especially in Google Ads, and the importance of personal branding on social media like LinkedIn.
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ANECDOTE

Early AI Recognition

  • Mike Rhodes recounts bringing home a Google Home in 2016.
  • His two-year-old daughter, with a unique accent, asked it to play "Frozen," showcasing AI's comprehension.
INSIGHT

Misjudging AI's Creative Potential

  • Mike initially underestimated AI's potential in creative fields, believing copywriting and design were safe.
  • He later realized his mistake as generative AI excelled in these areas.
ADVICE

AI Framework for Small Businesses

  • Think of AI's use cases as mentor, peer, or VA, using them 5%, 15%, and 80% of the time, respectively.
  • View AI as "alien intelligence" to manage expectations and leverage its generative capabilities.
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