Is AI really coming for your job… or will it enhance it?
In this episode of The Visual Lounge, host Matt Pierce discusses the importance and practical uses of AI with Brian Sykes, the founder of AdJourney, plus a seasoned branding and marketing strategist and expert in generative AI.
They cover ways to integrate AI into everyday tasks, explore various AI tools, and address common concerns about AI, such as job displacement and copyright issues. Brian emphasizes the significance of AI as an amplifier for human capabilities and shares advice for leveraging AI effectively. The conversation also touches on the rapid advancements in AI technology and its potential positive impact on various industries.
Learning points from the episode include:
- 00:00 - 01:39: Introduction
- 01:39 - 02:48 Brian’s advice for creatives using images or video
- 02:48 - 03:46 Brian’s journey with AI
- 03:46 - 07:29 What AI is best at doing right now
- 07:29 - 12:08 The questions people should be asking AI now to get it to do the best job
- 13:20 - 22:41 Some of the concerns with AI around copyright, creativity, and the future of work
- 22:41 - 27:28 Speed round Q&A
- 27:28 - 28:17 How to connect with Brian
- 28:17 - 29:00 Brian’s final take
- 29:00 - 29:49 Outro
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