Leveraging AI
Isar Meitis
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with 'Leveraging AI,' a podcast tailored for forward-thinking business professionals. Each episode brings insightful discussions on how AI can ethically transform business practices, offering practical solutions to day-to-day business challenges. Join our host Isar Meitis (4 time CEO), and expert guests as they turn AI's complexities into actionable insights, and explore its ethical implications in the business world. Whether you are an AI novice or a seasoned professional, 'Leveraging AI' equips you with the knowledge and tools to harness AI's power responsibly and effectively. Tune in weekly for inspiring conversations and real-world applications. Subscribe now and unlock the potential of AI in your business.
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Dec 21, 2024 • 39min
151 | AI is coming to everyday business tools, Digital Labor is the present, ARC AGI benchmark achieved, and many more AI news for the week ending on Dec 20th
Discover the AI tools transforming business leadership by 2025. Explore OpenAI’s groundbreaking features and Google’s AgentSpace for enhanced efficiency. Learn how voice AI has finally evolved and why Salesforce’s AgentForce 2.0 is a game changer. Understand the importance of breaking down data silos for better productivity and the need for ethical considerations as AI reshapes the workforce. Plus, get insights on emerging trends and tools that will redefine how businesses operate in the near future.
Dec 17, 2024 • 41min
150 | AI Meets SEO: Secrets to Driving Traffic and Rankings with ChatGPT with Andy Crestodina
In this enlightening discussion, Andy Crestodina, Co-founder and CMO of Orbit Media Studios, shares his expertise in digital marketing and SEO. He emphasizes the transformative role of AI in content creation and offers practical strategies to utilize ChatGPT effectively. Listeners will learn methods for developing engaging personas, auditing content, and enhancing SEO with AI tools. Andy also highlights the importance of authentic content in a landscape increasingly shaped by AI, making this a must-listen for anyone keen to elevate their digital strategy.
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Dec 14, 2024 • 57min
149 | AI live video will profoundly change our world especially when combined with 3D AI worlds and quantum computing, and more AI news for the week ending on Dec 13
Explore how AI is revolutionizing creativity and industry, particularly through groundbreaking video generation tools and 3D environments. Delve into ethical concerns surrounding job displacement and the military use of AI. Witness the extraordinary potential of quantum computing, which promises to redefine AI capabilities. Learn about the introduction of innovative tools that enhance traditional workflows and the implications for sectors like education and customer service. Join the discussion on the delicate balance between technological advancement and ethical considerations.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 48min
148 | AI Tools Mastery: How To Choose The Right AI Model For Any Task with David Wilson
In this enlightening discussion, David Wilson, Founder and CEO of Hunch, shares his expertise on navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI tools. He emphasizes the importance of selecting the right AI models for specific business tasks, drawing from his extensive experience managing thousands of AI tasks weekly. David touches on common pitfalls, the rise of affordable AI, and how to integrate various models for optimized workflows. Packed with practical insights, this conversation showcases real examples that can save time and enhance productivity.
Dec 7, 2024 • 42min
147 | OpenAI’s 12 Days of Releases, Google’s Game-Changing Video Generation Leap, and Amazon’s New Models (Nova) and more AI news for the week ending on Dec 7, 2024
This week, stunning AI innovations took center stage. OpenAI announced its O1 Pro model, pushing new boundaries in STEM reasoning. Google introduced Veo, a game-changing 1080p video generation model poised to disrupt content creation. Amazon unveiled the Nova series, offering affordable AI models for text, images, and video. The rapid rise of multi-agent systems is set to transform enterprise operations. Plus, explore how video AI might outpace human-generated content in both speed and quality.
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Dec 3, 2024 • 28min
146 | The Best AI Training Option For Accelerating AI Adoption in 2025
The secret to successful AI adoption lies in effective training. Discover why many companies stumble and how to avoid their pitfalls. Explore four proven training formats designed for any organization. Learn about transformative workshops and hackathons that turn concepts into practical solutions. Real-world examples showcase how AI can drastically improve efficiency and save time. Tailored training not only equips teams but also ignites excitement for ongoing AI utilization across the company.
Nov 30, 2024 • 38min
145 | Reasoning models competition intensifies, When will we achieve AGI? Grok access not through X, Microsoft Co-pilot Custom GPTs are back! and many more AI news for the week ending on November 30th 2024
The podcast dives into the transformative potential of new reasoning models in AI, highlighting competition among tech giants like OpenAI and Alibaba. Discussions reveal the mixed opinions on AGI arrival timelines, with experts predicting anywhere from one to ten years. The impact of recent AI incidents raises ethical concerns, particularly regarding safety and behaviour. Innovations from Microsoft, such as custom GPTs and LazyGraph technology, aim to enhance user experiences while addressing vulnerability in AI interactions, especially for teenagers.
Nov 26, 2024 • 41min
144 | Hallucination free business research - Better and fast decisions with AI with Bryan McCann
In this engaging discussion, Bryan McCann, CTO and co-founder of YOU.com, delves into the revolutionary impact of AI on business research. He explains how custom agents are changing the landscape by integrating public and proprietary data for faster decision-making. Bryan shares insights on transforming weeks of work into minutes and emphasizes the significance of accurate information retrieval. The conversation also highlights the importance of AI strategies for business leaders and the user-centric philosophy behind YOU.com’s innovative search platform.
Nov 23, 2024 • 36min
143 | A 5 Pillar plan for US AI dominance, DOJ is breaking Google, as OpenAI is working on their own browser, and many other important AI news from the week ending on November 22nd 2024
The U.S. faces a pivotal AI race, with OpenAI revealing a five-pillar plan to maintain global dominance. Learn how AI economic zones and fiber networks could revolutionize innovation. With China’s DeepSeq R1 model on the rise, the competition intensifies. Plus, the DOJ's bold move against Google's search monopoly could reshape tech. Microsoft unveils exciting AI initiatives at Ignite, while new advancements like OpenAI's browser challenge the status quo. Dive into the future of AI and its implications for jobs and tech strategy!
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Nov 19, 2024 • 59min
142 | AI Meets Automation: Build a Content machine that converts and scales with Keith Moehring
In this discussion, Keith Moehring, Managing Partner at L2 Digital, shares his expertise in AI-powered automation for content creation. He emphasizes how to save hours by building automated workflows that draft SEO-ready articles using tools like Make and ChatGPT. Listeners will learn practical strategies for creating content from scratch, optimizing with keyword strategies, and using Google Sheets for smart direction in workflows. Keith highlights the efficiency of automation while addressing common challenges in integration and technology resistance.
