56: Using AI for Community-Driven Education with Angie Carel

AI adoption isn't just about using new tools—it's about changing mindsets, training employees, and navigating the challenges of corporate resistance. In this episode, host Chris Nagle sits down with AI consultant and community builder Angie Carel to explore her journey from marketing agency owner to AI adoption strategist. Angie shares her insights on the challenges companies face when implementing AI, the importance of AI literacy at all levels, and how individual learners are leading the charge in AI education. She also discusses the power of local AI communities and why human connection is key in the AI revolution. Whether you're a business leader, an aspiring AI consultant, or just curious about AI’s impact on the workforce, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways!
 
 🔎 Find Out More About Angie Carel and Her Work:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecarel/
https://www.angiecarel.com

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
ChatGPT Custom GPTs ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt
Gemini Gems ➡ https://ai.google.dev/gemini
Anthropic Claude Projects ➡ https://www.anthropic.com
 
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Angie Carel
02:18 - From Marketing to AI Consulting
06:47 - Challenges in AI Adoption for Businesses
12:41 - Why AI Literacy is Critical for Companies
20:33 - AI Adoption: Individual Learners vs. Corporations
26:35 - The Role of AI in Workforce Reduction
32:15 - Building and Growing an AI Community
40:11 - The Value of In-Person AI Meetups
49:29 - Why Experience Matters in AI Usage
58:17 - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Angie

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