In the inaugural episode of Early Adoptr, hosts Jess and Kyle introduce their mission to make AI practical and accessible for small business owners and entrepreneurs. They share their backgrounds, discuss the rapid evolution of AI technology, and emphasize the importance of community engagement.

The episode covers various topics, including the role of AI in small businesses, listener feedback on desired content, real-world use cases, and the implications of recent AI news.

The hosts also explore image generation tools and best practices for using AI effectively, while cautioning against potential pitfalls. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to share their experiences and challenges with AI.

Takeaways

• The mission of Early Adoptr is to make AI practical and accessible for anyone.
• AI technology is evolving rapidly, and staying updated is crucial.
• Real-world use cases of AI can inspire small business owners.
• AI can help small businesses optimize productivity and save time.
• The hosts encourage listeners to share their stories and challenges with AI.

News Stories:

• OpenAI Adds Shopping to ChatGPT in a Challenge to Google
• Perplexity partners with PayPal for in-chat shopping as AI race heats up

Links to Tools:

• https://www.midjourney.com
• https://openai.com/index/dall-e-3/
• https://stability.ai/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Early Adopter Podcast

02:53 The Mission of Making AI Accessible

03:55 Meet the Team

08:00 The Importance of AI for Small Businesses

12:24 We Want You aka Community Engagement 

18:33 AI News of the Week

26:21 Tool of the Week: Image Generation

40:28 AI Gone Wrong: Lessons from Coca-Cola

42:46 That's a Wrap