318 Unlocking the leadership potential of AI with author Jonathan Green

In this episode I get to geek out with my guest, Jonathan Green, an author and celebrity ghostwriter. We delve into the use of AI tools in writing and productivity. I share my experience using AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance my writing process, while Jonathan talks about his experience with Descript and his interest in AI. We discuss the benefits of AI tools in improving productivity, managing teams, and generating creative ideas. We also touch on the importance of asking specific questions and setting context for AI tools to provide relevant information. Jonathan emphasises the affordability and accessibility of AI tools and the potential shift in how technology is used. From Jonathan’s perspective, AI is not just a buzzword; it's a game-changer. Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-ai-jonathan-green   Key Moments  Planet Human [00:00:04] Discussing the growing pay gap between CEOs and workers, with statistics from 1978 to 2021.   Planet Zoë  [00:01:34] Using AI tools for writing   Meet Jonathan Green [00:02:54] Zoë introduces Jonathan Green, a celebrity ghostwriter and author of "ChatGPT for Profits," and discusses his background as a writer.   AI as a Tool [00:09:42] Discussion on the practicality of AI as a tool and its constant upgrades, with a focus on pushing its limits.   ChatGPT for Profits [00:11:21] Introduction to the book "ChatGPT for Profits" and its target audience - early entrepreneurs and individuals in full-time jobs who need to learn AI skills for career advancement.   Using ChatGPT for Productivity [00:14:57] Exploration of how ChatGPT can help executives be more productive and strategic, including summarising videos and reports, handling email tasks, and providing coaching advice.   The use of AI tools in managing teams [00:16:51] AI tools can automate tracking and summarising reports, prioritise tasks, and help catch problems faster.   AI tools for contracts and paperwork [00:17:35] AI tools like ChatGPT can catch important details and anomalies in contracts and documents, providing an edge in negotiations.   Using ChatGPT to summarise videos and documents [00:18:08] ChatGPT can summarise videos by providing the transcript, and it can analyse contracts and documents by uploading or pasting them.   The power of ChatGPT for productivity [00:24:13] Using ChatGPT to plan time and increase productivity for CEOs, with iterative feedback.   Refining responses and avoiding biases [00:25:07] Giving more information to ChatGPT for better responses, avoiding biases, and refining recommendations.   Avoiding specific prompts and embracing conversation [00:30:19] Starting with questions instead of commands, having collaborative conversations with ChatGPT, and avoiding shouting commands.   The value of automation and AI tools [00:34:41] Using AI tools like ChatGPT can help leaders and CEOs be more strategic and productive by automating tasks, summarising information, and generating creative ideas.   Efficiency through automation and AI [00:35:03] Leaders and can improve efficiency by automating repetitive tasks, such as email sorting, and utilising AI tools to prioritise and streamline workflows.   Testing ideas and avoiding emotional investment [00:36:34] AI tools allow for quick testing of ideas, helping leaders and SEOs determine if an idea is viable or not before investing significant time and resources.   AI Tools for Writing and Productivity [00:38:59]  Discussion on the availability and cost of AI tools, the open-source version of ChatGPT, and the future ubiquity of AI technology.   The Blurring of Personal and Professional Life in the Workplace  [00:40:36] Conversation about the merging of personal and professional lives, the impact of social media, and the desire for a work environment focused solely on job performance.   Takeaways and tips for using ChatGPT [00:48:39] Tips on using the summarise and analyse function of ChatGPT, playing with it for exploration and ideation, and reading Jonathan's book for fast traction.