Your AI Roadmap

Ready for a preview of the book? In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses her new book "Your AI Roadmap," which serves as a roadmap for navigating careers in the age of AI. She shares personal experiences of job loss, the importance of resilience, and strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome.

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The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset, networking, and the societal structures that impact career trajectories, particularly for women and marginalized groups. Joan provides practical advice and resources for listeners to future-proof their careers and build fulfilling professional lives.

💼 The reality of job volatility in the age of AI is undeniable.

💡 Building a personal brand and network is essential for career resilience.

🧠 Mindset and resilience are crucial for navigating career challenges.

🤝 Networking is a skill that can be learned and improved.

🛠️ Practical tools and resources are available to help future-proof careers.

Sound Bites

"I could lose my job in a second."
"If you believe you can, you can."
"You deserve to be in the room."

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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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Through a personal encounter at her gym, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek shares a shocking story of someone who has lived through an AI layoff the same day!!!

50% of Americans are experiencing layoff anxiety (HBR)

This person at the gym didn't have that anxiety ....

until today.

Reflections on the anxiety surrounding job security in the AI industry

People need to get a plan together to take care of their career and finances...

EVEN for people who work in AI (like Joan!)

Might be time to get a roadmap together?
The book is ready for you: Your AI Roadmap: Actions to Expand Your Career, Money, and Joy

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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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Want to get placed on podcasts? Check out PodPitch

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the AI tool PodPitch, which helps users get booked on podcasts that align with their target audience. She shares her experience using the AI tool, including its features, benefits, and the impressive metrics she has achieved in terms of email open (63% to 74%) and reply rates (11% to 17%). 

Now has been placed on over 20 podcasts via this platform!

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Joan emphasizes the importance of podcast appearances for marketing and audience engagement. She concludes with recommendations for those interested in leveraging Podpitch for their promotional efforts.

📢 PodPitch is an AI tool that pitches users to relevant podcasts
🤖 The software automates the process of researching and sending pitches
📈 Joan has achieved high open rates (63% to 74%) with her email campaigns
📬 The reply rates for her pitches range from (11% to 17%)
🔑 PodPitch allows for A-B testing of subject lines to optimize performance
🚀 Using the smart mode in PodPitch increases bookings significantly
📊 The tool provides detailed analytics on campaign performance
🔄 Podpitch operates on a month-to-month basis, offering flexibility
💡 Generative AI can significantly streamline the podcast pitching process

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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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Summary

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek introduces Perplexity, an innovative AI tool that seems like a combination of ChatGPT and Google. She discusses its capabilities, including providing rich answers with citations, and highlights its advantages over traditional search engines, such as the absence of advertisements and its user-friendly interface. Joan emphasizes the growing popularity of Perplexity and its potential to revolutionize how we access information online.

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New York Times Article Cited "Can This A.I.-Powered Search Engine Replace Google? It Has for Me. A start-up called Perplexity shows what’s possible for a search engine built from scratch with artificial intelligence." Feb 2024

Sound Bites

"Right now, Perplexity has no advertisements."
"Perplexity is fantastic, super easy to use."
"I really recommend trying out Perplexity."

• It provides rich answers with citations, enhancing research capabilities.
• Perplexity has saved users significant time in finding accurate information.
• The tool currently has no advertisements, offering a cleaner user experience.
• Perplexity's user base is rapidly increasing, indicating its popularity.
• The app is available on mobile devices, making it accessible on the go.
• Perplexity is not as effective at editing text compared to other tools.
• There are discussions in the media about Perplexity's potential to replace Google.
• The tool has seen a significant increase in valuation recently.
• Joan highly recommends trying out Perplexity for its innovative features.

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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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AI for headshots!

In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses Aragon.ai, a generative AI tool designed to create professional headshots. She highlights the ease of use, privacy features, and the impressive output quality of the photos generated. Joan also touches on the ethical considerations surrounding AI-generated images and the affordability of the service compared to traditional photography.

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And the cover of this episode? Yup, an image from Aragon

• Aragon.ai allows users to generate new headshots from existing photos.
• The tool is designed to alleviate the stress of getting professional photos.
• Privacy is a key feature, allowing only personal photos to be used.
• The output quality can vary, with some photos looking more like the user than others.
• The service is affordable compared to hiring a professional photographer.
• Joan found the tool practical and actionable for personal branding.
• The pricing structure offers different tiers for individual and team use.
• Ethical considerations around AI-generated images are important to discuss.
• Joan encourages feedback on the tool from listeners.
• Generative AI can simplify the process of obtaining professional images.

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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 with her aunt Bonnie Bajorek Daneker about careers, money, and the Your AI Roadmap book! They have a fun and candid conversation about money, negotiating worth, and building financial confidence, with practical tools.

"I was delighted. I thought you were ballsy."
"Frank conversations about finances are necessary."
"This book is timely and timeless."

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Bonnie B. Daneker founded & leads The Author’s Greenhouse. As a publisher, book coach & working author, she has managed over 100 book-client projects & has written/co-written 16 works including: "It’s in There!" (the story of Prego® spaghetti sauce, featured on Food That Built America®); "The Compassionate Caregiver™" series (featured on Caring.com); "CLIMB: Leading Women in Technology Share Their Journeys to Success" with Women in Technology of Georgia; & "One Man’s Quest To Keep You Safe," used in food engineering classes at The Ohio State University. She was recognized as a “Top Idea Maven” by the Women’s Advantage for 2012-14. A serial entrepreneur, Bonnie holds a BA in Journalism from Ohio State & an MBA in Strategic Planning & Entrepreneurship from Emory University. Bonnie served on the Board of Directors for OSU College of Arts & Sciences Alumni Association, & as President, National Association of Women Business Owners – Atlanta Chapter.

Stoplight Series:
+ Stoplights Are For Kissing: Easy Ways to Keep Love in Your  Relationship (Book 1)
+ Stoplights Are For Laughing: Easy Ways to Keep Laughter in Your Life (Book 2)
+ Stoplights Are For Singing: Easy Ways to Bring More Harmony to Your Family (Book 3)

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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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Elizabeth Samara Rubio, Chief Business Officer at SiMa.ai, discusses the advancements in multimodal applications and edge computing. How to get 10x faster and so much smaller. The size of a quarter!

She explains the significance of integrating various AI models into everyday devices, the importance of privacy and latency in AI applications, and the challenges of deploying AI at the edge. Elizabeth also shares her career journey in the tech industry with advice for the audience.

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Takeaways

1. 🤖 Multimodal applications integrate various AI models for enhanced functionality.
2. 📱 Edge computing allows AI to operate on devices like phones and cars.
3. 🔒 Privacy and latency are critical factors in deploying AI applications.
4. 🔧 The silicon to software stack is essential for developers to deploy AI models.
5. 🔑 Understanding customer readiness is key to successful AI implementation.
6. 🏭 Different verticals have unique challenges and opportunities for AI.
7. 🚀 The future of AI will involve more automation and autonomy in devices.
8. 📈 Career growth requires hands-on experience and learning from mistakes.
9. 🤝 Networking and mentorship are crucial for professional development.

Bio:
Elizabeth Samara Rubio is the Chief Business Officer at SiMa.ai, where she drives global growth through innovation, new markets, and M&A. With a background in senior leadership for startups and F100 companies in AI, cloud, and computing, Elizabeth brings extensive expertise across tech, manufacturing, and retail. She is recognized by VentureBeat for her contributions to AI ethics and has spoken at Stanford's DFJ Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders forum. Elizabeth holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and a BA from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and she actively engages in community service and continuous learning.

Connect with Elizabeth
https://www.linkedin.com/in/esamararubio

SiMa.ai: https://sima.ai

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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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Wish your email inbox were more organized?

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In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discusses the importance of AI tools in organizing emails, specifically focusing on SaneBox. She explains how this AI uses user behavior tracking to categorize emails into different folders, saving significant time and enhancing productivity.

This is an AI tool because it does the work that a virtual assistant would do

Joan shares her personal experience with the tool, highlighting its features and benefits, and emphasizes the value of investing in such tools for better email management.

📬 SaneBox organizes emails based on user behavior, actual email content is not seen by the AI
⏰ It saves users significant time each week. Saves Joan 4-7 hours weekly
📂 The tool categorizes emails into customizable folders
🔒 SaneBox does not read email contents for privacy
🔄 Users can retrain SaneBox to adjust email sorting
📧 The tool can work with multiple email accounts
📈 SaneBox provides digest summaries of saved time
💰 Investing in productivity tools can be cost-effective
📊 Email management is crucial for business success
😊 Joan enjoys using SaneBox for its efficiency

Note: This is not a sponsored episode. Just a tool we like that integrates AI!

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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 light-hearted and bonus episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek introduces her dog Luna as a special guest to discuss her book, 'Your AI Roadmap.' The conversation explores themes of career resilience, the impact of AI on jobs, and the importance of financial literacy, all through the playful lens of a dog interview.

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Joan humorously navigates Luna's responses, reflecting on the challenges of writing the book and the lessons learned about balancing work and personal life. The episode concludes with recommendations for the book and a celebration of the bond between Joan and Luna.

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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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New episode type! "AI Tools I Love"

In this episode of Your AI Roadmap, host Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek introduces a new episode format focused on AI tools. In addition to featuring interviews with AI professionals and book discussions, the podcast will now showcase tools that Joan uses and loves. 

Examples:

• ⏳💼 Save 4 hours per week
• 📸✨ Get incredible headshots without needing a photoshoot
• 🎨📁 Create professional-looking assets without being a designer
• 🎙️📝 Get 98% accurate podcast episode transcripts in minutes
• ... and much much more!

She explains that people are constantly recommending new AI tools to her, and she wants to share her favorites with the audience. These upcoming episodes will offer short and engaging insights into practical AI tools that can help listeners in their daily tasks. Joan encourages listeners to suggest tools they find useful and expresses excitement about exploring the AI ecosystem together.

Stay tuned for these new episodes highlighting AI tools to try!

Disclaimer: Some episodes may have links to affiliate codes or have other incentives to be featured. We only showcase products of companies we believe in and or use ourselves!

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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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