

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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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!

Jan 7, 2025 • 35min
153 | Mastering AI Tools: How ChatGPT Projects and Canvas Unlock Transformative Business Value with Isar Meitis
Is AI truly meeting its potential in businesses? Discover how underutilized tools like Projects and Canvas can revolutionize efficiency and customization. Explore the art of organizing client projects and crafting polished documents collaboratively. Learn to enhance communication, boost productivity, and streamline workflows using AI in real-world applications. Plus, gain insider tips for proposals, brainstorming, and content creation that elevate your business game.

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Dec 24, 2024 • 46min
152 | Achieve Videos’ Business Goals Faster Using AI Storytelling with Jonathan Vardi
Join visionary Jonathan Vardi, an expert in AI-powered storytelling with a background featured in Shots Magazine. He shares a masterclass on harnessing AI tools like Runway and MidJourney for innovative video production. Jonathan discusses transforming narratives through effective visual strategies and emphasizes the iterative process of refining AI-generated visuals. Learn how AI not only enhances creativity but also offers practical solutions for businesses, empowering creators to unlock the extraordinary potential in their projects.

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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.