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Jul 2024
26m 7s

How to Become the AI Early Adopter

Knownwell
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Ready to take the reins and lead your company into the AI era? 

Our panel discusses the traits of early adopters, the importance of fostering a culture of innovation, and practical steps to get started with AI in your organization.

Special guest Can Turan, CEO and founder of Pebbles Ai, shares insights from his journey in automating B2B go-to-market workflows with AI. Can and Pete Buer explore the intersection of AI and business, offering valuable advice for leaders looking to drive AI adoption.

In our AI in the Wild segment, Pete brings a fascinating story from Cheyenne, Wyoming, where resident Victor Miller is campaigning to get his AI creation, VIC, on the mayoral ballot. Pete discusses the potential and limitations of AI in governance, sparking a thought-provoking conversation on the future of AI in public administration.

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00:00 Introduction to AI Early Adopters 00:40 AI in the Wild: AI for Mayor 04:07 Empowering Early Adopters in Your Organization 07:50 Becoming an Innovator: Practical Steps 11:29 Leadership's Role in Fostering Innovation 15:24 Interview with AI Entrepreneur John 17:06 AI in Marketing: Insights from Pebbles AI 22:29 Practical Advice for AI Adoption 24:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

#AI #Innovation #EarlyAdopters #BusinessLeadership #CustomerSuccess #AIinBusiness #Marketing #GrowthStrategy #AIInnovation #Leadership #AIApplications #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #TechLeadership #AIinGovernment

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