
Leveraging AI
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 11, 2025 • 49min
163 | From Idea to Viral: How to Use AI to Plan, Script, & Produce Engaging Video with Claire Farwell
Claire Farwell, an AI content strategist and marketing expert, shares her insights on transforming video content creation. She reveals how to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and Descript for efficient planning and scripting. Discover her simple workflow that can help you produce engaging videos in minutes. Claire also emphasizes optimizing content for LinkedIn and showcases innovative video editing techniques using AI. With her background in journalism and marketing, she offers invaluable strategies for brands to enhance their storytelling.

Feb 8, 2025 • 46min
162 | AI profound impact on the job market, the aftermath of DeepSeek R1, AI security and safety, and more AI news you need to know on the week ending on Feb 7, 2025
This discussion dives into the potential of AI to reshape the job market, posing critical questions about job displacement and opportunities. It highlights cutting-edge developments from OpenAI and Google’s Gemini, signaling a fierce competition in AI capabilities. The rise of humanoid robots is explored, emphasizing their implications for blue-collar employment. Additionally, legal and ethical concerns about AI-generated content are raised, alongside the urgent call for AI education to prepare business leaders for the evolving landscape.

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Feb 4, 2025 • 41min
161 | AI Projects Best Practices - Step by Step Guide For Planning and Executing Projects with AI and Existing Tools in Your Tech-Stack with Josh Huilar
In this engaging discussion, Josh Huilar, an expert in financial and workforce planning from Ernst & Young, shares his insights on effectively managing AI projects. He outlines a practical framework for planning and executing these projects, emphasizing the importance of defining requirements and utilizing existing tools. Josh also offers best practices for leveraging ChatGPT and automation in workflows. With a focus on agile methodologies, he details how to break projects into manageable tasks and create efficient sprint plans.

Feb 1, 2025 • 53min
160 | 🚨 RED ALERT 🚨 – DeepSeek R1 (a Chinese model) shocks the AI world, outperforming GPT o1 and crushing NVIDIA stock, sparking urgency across the U.S. AI scene. Plus, GPT-o3 is here, Gemini unveils groundbreaking features, and more must-know AI news
A groundbreaking Chinese AI model named DeepSeek R1 is reshaping the AI race, outperforming established giants at a fraction of the cost. This disruption sent NVIDIA's stock plummeting, revealing the urgency for U.S. companies to innovate. New features from Google raise ethical questions, including non-editable charts and a function that makes calls on users' behalf. The episode also discusses the implications of open-source vs. closed AI models and highlights the competitive landscape's rapid evolution.

Jan 28, 2025 • 35min
159 | Unleashing Google AI Studio: The Secret Sauce for Smarter Marketing with Jimmy Slagle
In this insightful discussion, AI-powered marketing consultant Jimmy Slagle, founder of generAI, unveils the transformative power of Google AI Studio. He breaks down groundbreaking features like conversational AI and real-time video analysis, shedding light on their practical applications for businesses. Jimmy shares creative strategies for optimizing marketing workflows through AI, emphasizing the importance of context in prompts. Tune in for actionable tips to revolutionize your marketing approach in 2024!

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Jan 25, 2025 • 35min
158 | ChatGPT Operator controls your browser, Perplexity assistant controls your phone, Stargate to invest $500B in AI infrastructure, AI develops new drugs in months instead of years, and more exciting AI news from the week ending on Jan 24, 2025
Explore how OpenAI's new Operator tool is revolutionizing task management online. Discover the potential for AI agents to extend human lifespans and take over routine jobs. Get insights into a massive $500 billion AI infrastructure initiative and its implications for the future. Delve into the rapid advancements in robotics and coding that are reshaping industries. Finally, learn how real-world AI applications are enhancing sectors like education and healthcare while raising important questions about trust and safety in an AI-driven world.

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Jan 21, 2025 • 50min
157 | 25 AI Use Cases and tools in 25 minutes for 2025 with Isar Meitis
Discover the future of business with 25 essential AI tools and use cases poised to transform your organization by 2025. Learn how AI is revolutionizing video production, making personalized content creation effortless. Explore applications that streamline workflows—from data management to enhancing creativity with tools like Hunch and MidJourney. Gain insights into the evolving SEO landscape driven by AI agents, and uncover strategies to effectively implement these innovations while navigating potential challenges. Get ready to lead the charge in AI-driven success!

Jan 18, 2025 • 41min
156 | AI impact on jobs, AI Agents, And US AI infrastructure are shaping our future, and many more AI news for the week ending on January 17
Explore how AI is transforming job markets and reshaping the workforce, with insights into layoffs at Meta and Microsoft. Learn about the rise of AI agents and their potential to revolutionize business operations by 2025. Discover the significant investments in U.S. AI infrastructure aimed at maintaining global leadership. The discussion emphasizes the importance of soft skills in an AI-driven workplace and highlights rapid developments in generative AI and robotics. Get ready for a future where AI plays a pivotal role in the economy.

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Jan 14, 2025 • 38min
155 | AI for Efficiency: Real-World Automation Strategies to Boost Business Efficiency with Heidi Araya
Heidi Araya, a process improvement expert with 25 years of experience, shares her insights on optimizing business workflows with AI. She discusses a real-world case of a handyman who transformed from overwhelmed to efficient by using an AI receptionist. The conversation highlights the steps to map out business processes, identify pain points, and implement automation tools like Make.com. Heidi emphasizes blending technology with human touch to enhance customer interactions while achieving impressive efficiency gains.

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Jan 11, 2025 • 46min
154 | AGI is here, ASI and the singularity are around the corner, NVIDIA is taking over the world, and agents will be everywhere in 2025, and more AI news for the week ending on Jan 10th 2025
What if AGI is just a step away from ASI? The podcast dives into recent breakthroughs, like OpenAI’s O3 model outperforming humans in reasoning tasks. It discusses how business leaders can navigate the AI landscape with new educational frameworks. There’s also a look at the role of AI agents in reshaping industries, and how tech giants are racing to make AI as common as search engines. Plus, insights on balancing innovation with safety in AI development make for a thought-provoking listen!
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