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#108 How AI Can Help You Make Your First "Hire" Without the Risk

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Taking the leap from solopreneur to business owner is a huge shift, and often, the biggest challenge is making that first hire. But what if you didn’t need to hire a person—at least not yet?


AI is changing the game, allowing business owners to delegate tasks, test efficiencies, and free up time without the risks and costs of a traditional hire. In this episode, we explore how AI can act as your first “team member,” helping you grow your business, get back your time, and scale with confidence.


If you've been hesitant to take that next step because hiring feels overwhelming, this episode will give you a new perspective on how AI can be your bridge to sustainable business growth.


What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • The mindset shift needed to transition from self-employed to business owner.
  • Why entrepreneurs get stuck in the "sticky bridge" phase and how to break free.
  • How AI tools can handle key business functions, from marketing to customer research.
  • A step-by-step guide to using AI to test delegation before making your first human hire.
  • How AI can enhance—not replace—your unique voice and expertise in business.

    • Resources & Next Steps:

    • Apply for AI Growth Tools Beta Access: If you're ready to explore AI-driven business growth, apply here https://www.finolahoward.com/ai-growth-tools 
    • Related Episode: Watch Episode 105 with Mark Schaefer on how AI is reshaping marketing:
      https://youtu.be/vN-HBSOmRYs?si=mTAUOtqBlz22EhZt
    • Book Recommendation: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber for understanding the common traps of early-stage entrepreneurship.


      • If you’re feeling stuck in your business and don’t know how to move forward, this episode is for you. AI might just be the game-changing solution you’ve been looking for!


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