

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 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.

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Nov 16, 2024 • 29min
141 | Clear signs of AI slowing down, and yet AGI is expected in the 2 two years, OpenAI Agent controls applications on your computer, Claude 3.5 Opus is coming soon, and more important AI news for the week ending on November 15, 2024
The conversation delves into the intriguing notion that AI development may be slowing, yet experts predict AGI could arrive soon. There's exciting news about OpenAI's new agent that enhances desktop efficiency. The upcoming release of Claude 3.5 Opus promises to elevate AI capabilities further. A shift towards reasoning models highlights a new focus on 'thinking' in AI. As major players like Google and Anthropic evolve, the importance of ethical AI and personalized learning tools becomes paramount.

Nov 12, 2024 • 50min
140 | How C-Suite Leaders Can Master AI-Enhanced Outreach: 5 Pillars for Scalable Growth with Garik Tate
Garik Tate, founder of a VA agency specializing in AI-enhanced outreach, shares his expertise in scaling client acquisition. He discusses a five-pillar framework for effective outreach, emphasizing product-market fit, targeted lists, and email deliverability. Garik highlights the importance of personalization over mere relevance and reveals how AI can streamline inbox management. He also introduces tools like clay.com for personalized outreach and strategies to enhance email deliverability while avoiding spam filters—perfect for C-suite leaders aiming for growth.

Nov 9, 2024 • 32min
139 | How Enterprise+Big Tech+BC+Government are shaping the AI future, anthropic and Perplexity are raising billions, Google releases Vids, and more AI news for the week ending on November 8th
Dive into the urgent call for AI regulation as Anthropic warns of a looming 18-month deadline. Explore the power dynamics between big tech, venture capital, and government, and the pushback against regulatory measures. Discover the repercussions of open-source AI usage by the Chinese military and the implications for global security. Meanwhile, Google's new AI video tool, Vids, redefines user-generated storytelling. This conversation reveals the complexities of navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Nov 5, 2024 • 47min
138 | Scaling Visual Stories: Secrets of Consistent Character AI with Diana Zdybel
Diana Zdybel, co-founder of Consistent Character AI and Neolemon, is an expert in AI-driven character creation for storytelling. She dives into the challenges of maintaining consistency in AI-generated visuals. Diana discusses innovative tools like Consistent Character GPT and Midjourney, sharing tips on creating characters that align with branding. She highlights a project blending animation and psychiatry to engage children through educational storytelling. Listeners will gain insights on streamlining their creative processes and overcoming visual design hurdles.

Nov 2, 2024 • 49min
137 | GPTsearch and Meta are going after Google, Apple Intelligence finally released, a new king of image generation and many more AI news for the week ending on November 1st
This week, the battle for search supremacy heats up as OpenAI’s new Search GPT challenges Google’s dominance. Meta’s subtle integration of AI tools in social media hints at a major game-changer. Apple finally steps into the arena, though late to the party. On-device AI chip innovations promise better efficiency, while Google’s Project Jarvis aims to transform browser capabilities. Emerging tools in AI image generation, like Red Panda, are setting new standards, reshaping how designers create. It's a thrilling time for AI enthusiasts!