Many entrepreneurs jump into AI with excitement, only to get overwhelmed by the endless stream of new tools. In this episode of Empowered by AI: The SLAI Effect, Suzanne Welker Jurgens shares her approach to cutting through the noise—shifting from a tool-first mindset to a problem-driven strategy. She takes us through her journey of AI discovery, her experience building 50 custom GPTs, and how she landed her role at Adobe. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in AI options, this episode will help you refocus and optimize your workflow for real results.

• [00:01:00] – Suzanne’s transition from project management at Walmart to AI exploration.
• [00:03:00] – How a layoff turned into an opportunity for deep AI learning.
• [00:05:00] – Experimenting with AI: 50+ GPTs and the importance of hands-on learning.
• [00:07:00] – The problem-first approach: Why starting with the problem (not the tool) is critical.
• [00:10:00] – Avoiding AI tool fatigue and the inefficiencies of overengineering workflows.
• [00:12:00] – How to design AI solutions that actually enhance productivity.
• [00:14:00] – Custom GPTs: How to create AI assistants that fit your needs.
• [00:17:00] – Productivity hacks: Managing workflows, organizing data, and preventing AI tool overload.
• [00:20:00] – How to position AI expertise in your career, even if you're just starting.
• [00:25:00] – Staying strategic: Why you don’t need to chase every new AI tool.

If you’ve ever felt like AI is more of a distraction than a solution, Suzanne’s insights will help you regain control. By starting with the problem, not the tool, and creating a sustainable AI workflow, you can truly unlock AI’s power without the chaos. Tune in to hear practical strategies and a refreshing perspective on how AI can enhance—not complicate—your entrepreneurial path.