Lazy Leverage

Why Your Team's AI Tools Are Still Just Fancy Shovels (And How to Force the Bulldozer) | Lazy Leverage #71

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Sep 12, 2025
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Jon Matzner
Join Jon Matzner, co-founder of Sagan, as he dives into the world of AI in small businesses. The discussion covers how founders can effectively streamline operations through meaningful AI adoption. Jon emphasizes differentiating between tactical and strategic AI use to create real value. He also highlights the need for a strong vision and trust within teams, while navigating leadership challenges. Practical tips on integrating AI tools and fostering innovation are shared, providing listeners with actionable insights for transforming workflows.
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INSIGHT

Founder-Led AI Adoption

  • True AI adoption of core workflows must be driven from the top by the founder or equivalent leader.
  • Bottom-up, casual AI use (like rewriting emails) won’t replace core processes or reduce OPEX meaningfully.
INSIGHT

Tactical Use vs Strategic Value

  • Individual, tactical AI use is ubiquitous but rarely captures company-level value.
  • The gap between tactical novelty and strategic impact is where competitive advantage arises.
ADVICE

Tie AI Projects To Strategy

  • Tie process improvements and AI projects directly to your company's strategic vision before starting.
  • Avoid transformation for novelty; ensure it enables a strategic goal like customer intimacy, product innovation, or operational excellence.
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