Your AI Roadmap

Let's talk about OpenAI's viability as a company.

 In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses OpenAI and its flagship product, ChatGPT, while expressing concerns about the company's future. Hear the detailed feedback and make up your own opinion about whether OpenAI will be one of the big winners in a 5-10 year time span.

She outlines five key reasons for her skepticism and Joan emphasizes the importance of understanding the market dynamics and encourages listeners to remain cautiously optimistic while exploring AI tools.

Episodes Cited:

• Why is AI taking off now? Technical Trifecta for AI: GPUs, Big Data, and Machine Learning
• BONUS DeepSeek Shocks the Market! Competitive Strengths and Weaknesses
• AI Tools I Love #3: Perplexity: Search with Citations, Images, and No Ads (for now)

Sound Bites

• "I'm betting against them."
• "Volatile leadership is a concern."

Takeaways

💰 Profitability is a major concern for OpenAI.

⚖️ OpenAI's leadership has faced significant instability.

🚀 Competitors like Anthropic and Perplexity are gaining traction.

🌐 The AI landscape is becoming increasingly competitive.

💡 What is the road to profitability?

Spending $700k per day: https://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-chatgpt-costs-openai-to-run-estimate-report-2023-4?op=1

$20k per month “PhD Agent”: https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/openai-reportedly-plans-to-charge-up-to-20000-a-month-for-specialized-ai-agents/?guccounter=1

OpenAI Is Growing Fast and Burning Through Piles of Money (NYT, 2024): https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/27/technology/openai-chatgpt-investors-funding.html

Note: Perplexity was used as a tool in creating this episode

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares her personal journey from being laid off to closing her first $100k contract and establishing 22 income streams, emphasizing the need for individuals to create their own stability in an uncertain job market.

Bajorek discusses the importance of diversifying income streams and building financial resilience. She talks through how to build a simple offer with a tutoring example.

📑 Resources:
📚 See Joan's 22 income streams in Chapter 9 of Your AI Roadmap Book

💰Money Tools: such as a High Yield Savings Account

📄Craigslist Post showing Joan's offer tutoring in grad school!

Joan provides practical advice on how to start side hustles, monetize skills, and shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and opportunity.

Takeaways:

• 🏗 Developing resilience through multiple income streams is crucial.
• 🏦 Passive income sources can provide financial stability.
• 🛠 Creating an offer based on your skills can lead to additional income.
• 🌱 You can start small and scale your income streams over time.
• 💡 There are many opportunities to monetize your skills and experiences.

Sound Bites

"Some of the income streams are passive."
"How I could monetize my experience."
"Entrepreneurship is basic algebra."

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Why is AI taking off now? Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek answers a common question given the rapid advances around us in AI. This episode ties previous episodes together.

The current hype surrounding AI technology is based on advances in on the trifecta of factors driving its growth: advancements in hardware (GPUs), the size and complexity of data sets, and improvements in machine learning algorithms. She emphasizes the significant investment in the sector and the implications for future AI products and technologies.

Episodes Cited that pair with this episode

Deepseek "BONUS DeepSeek Shocks the Market! Competitive Strengths and Weaknesses: Link: https://yourairoadmap.buzzsprout.com/2358279/episodes/16522850-bonus-deepseek-shocks-the-market-competitive-strengths-and-weaknesses

LLMs and Multimodal AI with Dr. Stefania Druga of Google: "My data set is the internet" 📊 Data Set Sizes: "You can think of what does it mean to scrape the entire internet and that's pretty much it...all the data that was ever created digitally and has the right permissions." Link: https://yourairoadmap.buzzsprout.com/2358279/episodes/14972812-llms-and-multimodal-ai-with-dr-stefania-druga-of-google

Takeaways
🤖 There's a lot of hype around AI technology right now.
💻 Advancements in GPUs are crucial for AI development.
📈 The size and complexity of data sets are increasing.
🧠 Machine learning algorithms and transformers are breakthroughs where ML is becoming more sophisticated.
💰 Investment in AI technology is at an all-time high.
🚀 OpenAI and NVIDIA are leading players in the market.
🌐 AI products are becoming more accessible to the public.
🤔 Understanding the trifecta of AI can provide new insights.
🤖 The future of AI includes personalized products and robotics.

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Layoffs keep happening. Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the emotional and practical challenges of navigating layoffs and job insecurity. She shares a personal story about a friend facing layoffs in her workplace where her boss and her whole team gets let go ... except for her.

She emphasizes the importance of resilience and financial stability. Joan also highlights her own experience with multiple income streams as a strategy for future-proofing one's career and finances, encouraging listeners to take proactive steps in uncertain times.

Your AI Roadmap Book

💰 Having a financial safety net can ease the stress of job insecurity.
📈 Diversifying income streams is crucial for financial stability.
💼 Understanding your worth in the job market is essential.
💪 Resilience is built through past experiences and learning.
🚀 Taking action can help mitigate feelings of scarcity.

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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🗽 Hey NYC, can YOU help me find a venue for a book event?📚

Got a lead? Email [email protected]

Here's what we're looking for:

Location: NYC 🗽
Bookstore. Library. Restaurant. Coffee shop. Offices 🚚📚
Date: Saturday, March 29th (could shift to Friday if needed)📅
Capacity: 20-50 people 👥
Time: Afternoon or evening 🌇

Our Portland book event was SOLD OUT and a huge hit! 🎉

📖 We're aiming for the same here. The venue doesn’t have to be a bookstore or library—we can ship books for signing. 

> Know someone who might be willing to host?

Would be sooo appreciative! You get a signed book copy as a finders fee!
Please comment below or DM with any recommendations

Thanks so much for your help! 🤩🔍

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Are you ready if you got laid off tomorrow? 3 steps to take ASAP

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses being in 2 layoffs and actionable steps to take if you’re feeling fear  

Learn 3 Steps to take ASAP if you are concerned about AI layoffs... and 50% of Americans are experiencing layoff anxiety according to Harvard Business Review research. 

Are you experiencing the anxiety??

Let's take action!

Resources:

• 💵 Emergency Fund: SoFi High Yield Savings Account (HYSA) that pays you 3.8% APY, Get $325 that you can put towards your Emergency Fund!
• 💰Joan's recommended Money Tools
• ❤️Brand Builder 101 Course: 8 Templates for your Personal Brand and Networking Skills Today ($27)
• 📘Your AI Roadmap Book: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy was an INSTANT Amazon Bestseller and has been featured in Forbes!

👀 Check out Joan's LinkedIn with over 16k followers

✅ Takeaways

🤝 70% of people found jobs through introductions after layoffs after COVID according to LinkedIn research. People people people
🌟 Building a personal brand is essential for career resilience.
💰 An emergency funds today need to cover 12 months of expenses.
🧘 Mental and physical health are crucial during job uncertainty.
🔗 Networking is a continuous effort, especially during layoffs.
💼 LinkedIn is a powerful tool for job searching and networking.
📝 Regularly update your online professional presence.
🤝 Invest time in building relationships within your industry.
❤️ Take care of your emotional and physical well-being during stressful times.
🙌 You are not alone. Many are facing similar challenges.

She emphasizes the significance of relationships and personal branding in navigating the modern job market.

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Ready to talk about money in the age of AI?

Here’s a story about my friend who works in AI and makes $1.3M base salary per year… but there’s a catch …

In this bonus episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares a sneak peak of Chapter 9 of the Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy book. She discusses the critical importance of financial security, especially in the rapidly evolving field of AI. 

How to future-proof your finances in the age of AI?

She emphasizes the need for financial literacy, multiple income streams, and the ability to future-proof one's income against job instability. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages listeners to take control of their financial futures and explore various avenues for income generation.

Sound Bites:

• "You need to have your own money."
• "Only one job and paycheck is risky."
• "Join me in building wealth. It's a fun place to be, come join me."

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Get all the money building templates and frameworks in the book 

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💰 Financial security is essential in the age of AI.
📈 Understanding your worth and negotiating contracts is crucial.
🌟 Having a personal brand can enhance career opportunities.
💡 Multiple income streams provide stability and freedom.
📚 Financial literacy can prevent being trapped in a job.
📖 Real-life stories illustrate the importance of financial planning.
🚀 Income expansion is necessary for financial independence.
🔮 Future-proofing your income is vital in a changing job market.
🗣️ It's important to talk openly about money and finances.
🎓 Investing in yourself and your education pays off in the long run.

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✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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What is DeepSeek??! Let's unpack DeepSeek strengths and weaknesses.

Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the emergence of DeepSeek, a new AI startup, and its implications in the AI landscape. She compares DeepSeek with established players like OpenAI, highlighting its open-source model, cost efficiency, and performance capabilities. The conversation also touches on concerns regarding information suppression and the future dynamics of the AI market, emphasizing the need for diverse competitors in the field.

In this episode, she talks about stock, valuations, the US economy, hype, and bloat of AI companies,
.... and stability of who will be winning in the AI market in the years to come

Got questions? Send an email to [email protected]

Make a free DeepSeek account: https://www.deepseek.com

AI Tools I Love #3 Perplexity Episode: https://yourairoadmap.buzzsprout.com/2358279/episodes/16318382-031-ai-tools-i-love-3-perplexity-search-with-citations-images-and-no-ads

Takeaways

🌟 DeepSeek is a new player in the AI market.
🔄 OpenAI has shifted from its original open-source vision.
🛠️ DeepSeek's model is fully open source, promoting transparency.
💰 The cost of using DeepSeek is significantly lower than OpenAI.
⚙️ DeepSeek achieves comparable results with fewer resources.
📊 Evaluations show DeepSeek can outperform ChatGPT in specific tasks.
❓ Concerns exist regarding information suppression in AI responses.
📈 The AI market is evolving with new entrants like DeepSeek.
🔋 Future AI developments may require less processing power.
🚀 Liquid AI from MIT is another notable competitor in the space.

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek talks about meeting a game designer who expresses concerns about the impact of AI on job security in the gaming industry. The designer reflects on the historical context of technological changes in animation and how similar fears are emerging with AI.

The conversation shifts to financial ambitions, where the designer discusses her desire to invest in her future amidst uncertainties at work. Joan emphasizes the importance of proactive financial planning, exploring side hustles, and the potential of high-yield savings accounts to achieve personal goals.

"AI is really scary to me." - Game Designer

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🧠 AI is causing anxiety in various industries, including game design.

💼 Financial discussions are becoming more prevalent in workplaces.

💪 Investing in oneself is crucial during uncertain times.

🚀 Career security concerns can motivate individuals to seek financial independence.

💰 High-yield savings accounts can significantly benefit personal finance.

🛠️ Exploring side hustles can provide additional income opportunities.

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Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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Clips from the Seattle Book Launch Event!

In this conversation, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares the stage with her mentor Kimfer Flanery-Rye (she/her) to discuss the book, their relationship, and a lens of integrating a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens on the book's work. Kimfer emphasizes the importance of feedback and collaboration in her work and shares personal anecdotes that highlight the value of supportive networks.

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💡 Takeaways

🌍 Community support is vital for women entrepreneurs.
💪 Mentorship can reshape narratives and perspectives.
🤝 Networking is best when it focus on relationships, not just sales.
🔄 The give-get principle is essential in networking.
👥 Personal relationships can grow from professional connections.

Joan is fearless! (Not true!)

📝 Feedback from peers can enhance creative work.
🎉 Events can create memorable moments beyond the main agenda.
🚀 Fearlessness in outreach can lead to new opportunities.
🛠️ Support systems are key to overcoming challenges.

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✨📘 Buy the Bestselling Wiley Book: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy. Featured in Forbes!

Who is Joan?

Ranked the #4⁠⁠ in Voice AI Influencer, ⁠⁠Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek⁠⁠ is the CEO of ⁠⁠Clarity AI⁠⁠, Founder of ⁠⁠Women in Voice⁠⁠, & Host of ⁠⁠Your AI Roadmap⁠⁠. With a decade in software & AI, she has worked at Nuance, VERSA Agency, & OneReach.ai in data & analysis, product, & digital transformation. She's an investor & technical advisor to startup & enterprise. A CES & VentureBeat speaker & Harvard Business Review published author, she has a PhD & is based in Seattle.

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