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Using AI as Your Research Intern | Ryan Glasgow (Sprig)

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Aug 21, 2025
Ryan Glasgow, CEO of Sprig and former product leader at Weebly and Vurb, dives into the evolving landscape of research with AI. He shares how researchers are transitioning from fear to experimentation with AI, embracing it as a collaborative tool rather than a replacement. The conversation highlights practical strategies for integrating AI into research workflows, the potential of Sprig to enhance both qualitative and quantitative analyses, and the value of sharing raw data with stakeholders for greater research impact.
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ANECDOTE

ChatGPT Taught Barbecuing And Golf

  • Ryan Glasgow learned to barbecue and golf using ChatGPT as a teacher.
  • He used AI for personal skills before fully trusting it professionally.
INSIGHT

Researchers Are Leading AI Adoption

  • The research community shifted from fear to active experimentation with AI in a year.
  • Researchers are becoming internal AI leaders by sharing their workflows across companies.
ADVICE

Treat AI As An Eager Intern

  • Treat AI as an eager intern you can delegate tasks to but must manage and review.
  • Give clear direction, monitor outputs, and combine AI work with your domain expertise.
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