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Harnessing AI for Creativity and Efficiency with Guy Kawasaki In this episode, Guy Kawasaki, author and Chief Evangelist of Canva, discusses his journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI, and its profound impact on his work and personal life. Kawasaki shares how he was introduced to generative AI and his fascination with its capabilities, such as generating precise responses and improving efficiency in his tasks. He introduces KawasakiGPT, a custom Large Language Model (LLM) built from his writings, videos, and podcast transcripts, which he uses to automate responses and draft writings, enhancing his productivity. Furthermore, Kawasaki details how AI has assisted him in diverse scenarios, from crafting effective letters to insurance companies to brainstorming book content, emphasizing AI's potential to amplify human capability and creativity. The episode also explores the philosophical implications of AI in learning, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace AI tools to remain competitive and innovative. 00:00 Meet Guy Kawasaki: Author, Surfer, and Tech Evangelist 00:21 The Joy and Connections of Surfing 00:43 Exploring the World of AI with Guy Kawasaki 02:11 The Practical Magic of Generative AI 04:30 Personalizing AI: The Creation of KawasakiGPT 05:46 The Evolution of Writing with AI Assistance 08:36 Harnessing AI for Creative and Research Processes 10:57 The Art of Selective Innovation and Storytelling 15:47 Learning from Legends: Steve Jobs and the Art of 'Stealing' 17:21 Exploring the Limits of AI with Steve Jobs GPT 18:57 The Power of Dialogue in AI Interactions 19:26 Real-World Applications of Chat GPT 22:14 Learning from AI: Apologies and Communication 25:26 AI in Negotiations: A Personal Victory 30:24 Enhancing Entrepreneurship with AI 33:11 Reflecting on AI's Impact and Future Possibilities For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

In this exciting episode, we dive into the world of AI-generated imagery with the incredibly creative Salma Aboukar, founder of CREATE. Salma shares her journey from e-commerce to becoming a pioneer in AI-driven creative production, revealing how she harnesses tools like MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, and GPT to transform product photography. Key Takeaways: Resources Mentioned: https://linktr.ee/salmaaboukarSalma on twitterThanks for listening to this episode of Beyond The Prompt! If you enjoyed the conversation, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform. For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

This is really an “do not miss episode”, as we are joined by Ethan Mollick, professor at Wharton and a leading voice on how artificial intelligence is transforming entrepreneurship and education. As an "accidental AI expert," Ethan shares his unique perspective on the AI revolution and provides practical insights for harnessing its potential in business and beyond. Ethan is really an incredible communicator and is one of the leading voices in how to use AI. Key Takeaways: 1. Treat AI like a person: To get the best results, engage with AI conversationally and work with it like an editor. 2. Use AI for everything you can: The only way to truly understand AI's capabilities is to use it for as many tasks as possible. 3. Be prepared for exponential growth: AI's capabilities are rapidly expanding, so be ready for significant advancements in the near future. 4. AI is a superpower for entrepreneurship: Entrepreneurs can leverage AI to generate ideas, validate concepts, and accelerate experimentation. 5. Culture matters for AI adoption: Mission-driven organizations and startups have an advantage in deploying AI due to their willingness to share and collaborate. Notable Quotes: - "If you haven't had a crisis yet, then you haven't used it enough. And I think that there will be this coverage because the truth is out of the box, it's a huge performance improvement." - "I think modeling serious use is the way you do this. Trusting your employees to some extent is a way that you do this too." - "This is the accelerator that we always needed to make this happen. And entrepreneurs should be embracing this 1 billion percent." Resources Mentioned: - Ethan Mollick's book on A is called Co-Intelligence LIVING AND WORKING WITH AI - Henrik’s new startup that helps you build a startup from scratch via AI: Audos.com You should follow Ethan on Twitter/X Thanks for listening to this episode of Beyond The Prompt! If you enjoyed the conversation, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform. For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

In this episode of Beyond the Prompt, we chat with Kevin Williams from Lytho, revealing how they're leveraging AI to improve their marketing and sales function dramatically. From his roots in software sales to pioneering AI in sales tactics, Kevin shares Lytho's journey toward operational excellence and business expansion through generative AI. Unpack the secrets of integrating AI seamlessly, overcoming privacy hurdles, and the tangible benefits it brings to sales and marketing. If you're looking to harness AI's potential or eager for practical insights into its business applications, this episode is packed with Kevin's pro tips for AI-driven success. Kevin Williams on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwilliams3/ For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

"You Are Not So Smart" podcast host David McRaney and Henrik Werdelin sit down to discuss the surprising results of a new study into what happens when groups of people work together to brainstorm solutions to problems with the help of ChatGPT. Based on their new research, Stanford's Jeremy Utley and best-selling author Kian Gohar have created a new paradigm for getting the most out of AI-assisted ideation, which they call FIXIT. In this episode, we dive into the research and explore how you can become better at getting good ideas with AI. Co-production with David McRaney's podcast You Are Not So Smart Including: Jeremy Utley Kian Gohar Henrik Werdelin For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

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Check Every on https://every.to/ and Dan on https://twitter.com/danshipper Disclosure: Henrik is an angel investor in Dan Shipper's company. For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

In this episode of "Beyond The Prompt," we delve into the fascinating world of AI and its practical applications in business with JJ Zhuang, Chief Architect at Instacart. JJ shares his journey into AI, sparked by the groundbreaking development of AlphaGo by Google DeepMind. He discusses how this event, combined with his experience at Microsoft, shaped his understanding of AI's potential. We explore how Instacart harnesses AI to revolutionize not just grocery shopping but the entire customer experience. JJ highlights the company's innovative AI initiatives, including the Care AI team's efforts to answer the perennial question, "What's for dinner?" He also delves into the transformative impact of generative AI and large language models on both consumer-facing applications and internal workflows. JJ provides insights into Instacart's adoption of AI across various teams, from marketing to legal, through their AI Catalysts program. He also touches on the creation of an internal AI-powered tool, Ava, integrated into Slack for streamlining communications. This episode offers a deep dive into how AI is shaping the future of e-commerce and the broader business landscape, making it a must-listen for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and AI enthusiasts alike. For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

As an extra holiday gift, Greg has kindly given us a discount code to AI for Business Mini-MBA (led by Greg, coming up in January). You can use code BEYONDAI to get 20% off. Greg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregshove/ For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin: Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelin Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show producer: Natja Rosner (nat@dreamingincolors.com)

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