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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Oct 29, 2024 • 46min
136 | Scaling AI: Build your own custom GenAI Engine in three easy steps with Pam Boiros
Pam Boiros, a thought leader in AI and marketing with a track record as CMO, dives into how to prepare your marketing team for the AI revolution. She discusses the urgent need for AI literacy and how to build a custom GenAI engine tailored to your brand. Topics include the balance between creativity and content quality, risks of generic outputs, and the significance of customized tools. Pam also provides a live demo showcasing how to use CustomGPT.ai for competitor monitoring, revealing practical applications that can future-proof marketing strategies.
Oct 26, 2024 • 54min
135 | Will the global workforce survive in an era of AI agents with computer access? Advanced new image and video generation capabilities and many more news from the week ending on October 25th
As AI agents become more sophisticated, businesses face a pivotal transformation. The discussion covers the new capabilities of tools like Claude 3.5 and Crew AI, which can automate coding and entire processes. There's a looming threat to traditional jobs, particularly in SaaS and administration. Ethical considerations surrounding AI deployment are highlighted, alongside the potential economic impacts on job security. The episode also dives into the competitive edge smaller companies could gain by harnessing these innovations while addressing legal challenges in the AI space.
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Oct 22, 2024 • 57min
134 | AI Planning For 2025: A Blueprint For Successful AI Implementation
As 2025 approaches, businesses must prioritize AI planning to ensure future success. Insights reveal that AI is now essential, not optional. The conversation dives into overcoming common implementation challenges, particularly for small and medium enterprises. Strategies for maximizing generative AI's value, particularly in marketing, are highlighted. The urgency to embrace AI as a competitive advantage is emphasized, with a focus on education and resource allocation for effective integration and operation. Proactive steps are discussed for immediate impact ahead of 2025.
Oct 19, 2024 • 43min
133 | OpenAI and Microsoft complex frienemies relationship, Nuclear power for data centers, Adobe's AI features explosion, and many more important AI news for the week ending on October 18
Explore the intriguing dynamics between OpenAI and Microsoft, revealing their strategic yet complicated partnership. Discover the energy challenges facing AI and how nuclear power might be the solution for data centers. Adobe is making waves with innovative AI tools for creatives, while the rise of AI agents promises a game-changing future for businesses. As competition heats up, the cost of intelligence is dropping, reshaping the industry landscape. Stay informed on the latest AI advancements that could redefine success!
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Oct 15, 2024 • 23min
132 | AI-Powered Presentations: Save Time, Impress Clients, Close Deals
Creating presentations doesn't have to be a chore anymore! Discover how AI tools can save you hours by streamlining design and content. Learn about platforms like Gamma.app and ChatGPT that help craft stunning slides tailored to your audience. Uncover strategies for structuring your message and how AI-generated slides can significantly outperform traditional methods. Get tips on seamlessly integrating AI with popular software, transforming your presentations from dull to dazzling without the hassle of external designers!
Oct 12, 2024 • 52min
131 | The most significant product ever created", per Elon Musk, Enterprise AI implementation is accelerating, and bad players are using AI in ways you need to know, and other AI news for the week ending on October 11, 2024
Tesla's recent announcements from the WeRobot 2024 event unveil autonomous taxis and humanoid robots, sparking discussions about their market impact. Meanwhile, a sophisticated AI phishing scam highlights the darker side of rapid technology use. Explore Accenture and NVIDIA's groundbreaking partnership aimed at enterprise AI. The evolving landscape of AI raises questions about safety amid OpenAI's profit-driven transformation. Tune in for insights on the balance of innovation and cybersecurity in this new era.
Oct 8, 2024 • 28min
130 | Beyond the Buzz: Real-World Uses of Notebook LM and ChatGPT Canvas with Isar Meitis
Discover how AI can simplify your business tasks and enhance efficiency with Notebook LM and ChatGPT 4.0 Canvas. Learn to transform complex conference notes into concise summaries and streamline content creation. Dive into a comparative analysis of ChatGPT Canvas and Claude Artifacts to understand their strengths in coding and data interaction. Hear about a compelling journey of building an interactive financial dashboard, showing how AI makes data visualization accessible for everyone. This is a must for boosting productivity!
Oct 5, 2024 • 42min
129 | $10.6B of cash to OpenAI, ChatGPT Canvas, Priceline's AI travel agent, Liquid AI release it's revolutionary AI model, and many other important news for the week ending on October 4
AI is transforming industries at a breakneck pace, outpacing the internet revolution. The substantial funding for OpenAI reveals significant corporate interest and leadership's critical role in AI adoption. Discover how AI is reshaping blue-collar jobs and influencing Fortune 2000 boardrooms. The advances in AI tools, such as ChatGPT’s Canvas interface and Microsoft's new Bing features, enhance user experience and streamline operations. Key insights from a recent conference reveal the importance of education and strategic planning for successful business transformation.
Oct 1, 2024 • 53min
128 | The strategy and use cases used by a company to implement AI successfully with Peter Gostev
In this engaging discussion, Peter Gostev, the Director of Data at Moonpig, shares his expertise on AI implementation in large e-commerce environments. He outlines strategies for successful AI integration, including forming collaborative teams and selecting impactful use cases. Peter explains how Moonpig uses AI for automation, enhancing customer service efficiency while maintaining quality. He also dives into the role of large language models in data analysis and how to navigate the balance between automation and human involvement.
Sep 28, 2024 • 50min
127 | AI and human customer service agent are now indistinguishable (SalesForce CEO), Sam Altman’s takeover of OpenAI is complete, The entertainment industry and AI relationship is evolving, and more important AI news from the week ending on Sep 27 2024
In this engaging discussion, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, delves into the seismic shifts within the organization, particularly the departures of senior leaders signaling a move toward profit-driven goals. They explore the breakthrough in voice-mode AI, which is transforming human-machine interactions in ways that blur the lines. The conversation also touches on the evolving relationship between AI and Hollywood, raising questions about AI-generated content, alongside urgent discussions on regulation and ethical implications of wearable AI technology.
