Category: Strategy

  • Mind Readings: Recipes vs Learning How to Cook

    In today’s episode, we tackle the age-old question: is it better to follow a recipe or learn to cook? Discover how this analogy applies to the world of generative AI and why understanding the “why” behind the tools is crucial for mastering them. You’ll learn how to develop a deeper understanding of AI principles through…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Is Success Luck?

    Summary In today's episode, I break down why success is far more than luck, exploring the three ingredients that actually drive results. Here's what this means for you. You gain a practical mental model for diagnosing why your efforts might not be paying off and where to focus next. You'll also learn these concepts: how…

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  • Mind Readings: You Are The Moat in the Age of AI

    In today’s episode, you’ll learn why competitive advantages in the AI world are short-lived. You’ll discover how open-source code is rapidly leveling the playing field. You’ll understand why companies shouldn’t rely on technology alone to stay ahead. And you’ll gain insights into the truly defensible advantages in the age of AI. Can’t see anything? Watch…

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  • Mind Readings: Best Practices Are Real

    Summary In today's episode, I make the case for why best practices matter, pushing back against the idea that they're useless or just for beginners. Here's what this means for you. You gain a clear understanding of how documented processes serve as proven starting points that demonstrate competence and enable repeatable, reliable results. You'll also…

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  • Mind Readings: Curation is the New Creation

    Summary In today's episode, I make the case that curation is the new creation in the age of generative AI and explore what that shift means for marketers, creators, and even Hollywood. Here's what this means for you. You don't have to be the maker anymore, because AI floods the world with content and the…

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  • Mind Readings: DEI Is The Secret AI Weapon

    Summary In today's episode, I argue that DEI is the secret strategic weapon for success with generative AI at the organizational level. Here's what this means for you. The quality of your AI outputs depends directly on the diversity of the people crafting prompts, since AI mirrors the perspectives and life experiences of its users.…

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  • So What? How to identify use cases for Generative AI at Agencies

    Summary In today's episode, I walk through how agencies can identify practical generative AI use cases without feeling overwhelmed by the technology. Here's what this means for you. You gain a structured approach to finding time-consuming repetitive tasks that machines can handle, freeing your team to focus on higher-value client work. You'll also learn these…

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  • Mind Readings: The Two Ingredients for Success in the Age of AI

    Summary In today's episode, I break down the two ingredients that decide your success with generative AI: the quality and quantity of your data, and the quality and quantity of your ideas. Here's what this means for you. You gain a sharper sense of what actually separates you from competitors when you use tools like…

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  • Mind Readings: 2007 Podcast Marketing Video Reaction Part 1/4

    Summary In today's episode, I react to a 17-year-old video of myself giving a podcast marketing talk and critique both the content and my presentation style from that era. Here's what this means for you. You get a clear-eyed look at which podcast marketing principles from 2007 still hold up today and which tactics you…

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  • Mind Readings: What Makes A Good Conference/Event?

    Summary In today's episode, I walk through the four pillars that make conferences and events successful and contrast a great event with a poorly run one. Here's what this means for you. You get a practical framework for planning or evaluating any event so attendees, sponsors, and sellers all walk away satisfied. You'll also learn…

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