Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

In this episode of Business Brain, you explore how tools like Perplexity and Manus AI can move you from scattered ideas to clear execution. You see how AI helps you design a professional development plan, clarify complex concepts before implementation, and even generate a forward-looking review of your year. The focus is on using AI as a thinking partner—one that sharpens your strategy instead of replacing it. You also learn how to combine AI tools to build practical systems, including custom dashboards that surface what actually matters in your business. By asking better prompts and layering tools intelligently, you turn AI into leverage, not noise. The result is smarter decisions, faster learning, and a more intentional path toward a truly Charmed Life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #713 for Casual FridAI, December 26th, 2025 December 24th: National Candy Cane Day 00:00:59 Ed-Perplexity helped me come up with a professional development training plan 00:02:50 Combining AI Lessons: Having ChatGPT explain the concepts before implementing the fix 00:05:29 Prompt-Give me my ChatGPT 2025 year is review 00:08:47 SPONSOR: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/businessbrain/ #rulapod 00:10:30 Use AI to create a custom dashboard for your business Manus AI 00:20:26 Business Brain 713 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – Building with Perplexity + Manus AI – Business Brain 713 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you’re challenged to stop playing it safe and start leaning into the discomfort that drives real growth. You explore why staying comfortable is often the biggest limiter in business, and how intentional unease sharpens your thinking, strengthens decision-making, and exposes opportunities you’d otherwise miss. When you choose discomfort on your terms, you regain control instead of letting fear make the calls for you. You’ll learn how to reframe uncomfortable moments as signals—not stop signs—and use them to build resilience, confidence, and momentum. By pushing just past what feels easy, you create space for better habits, smarter risks, and a truly Charmed Life in business. The message is clear: if you want progress, comfort can’t be the goal—growth has to be. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #712 for Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 December 24th: National Eggnog Day 00:01:15 Make sure to scare yourself often Take the meeting Do the thing you haven’t done Step outside of your comfort zone Find the uncomfortable, and say “yes.” Eat Terry Black’s Barbecue (ok, this is a safe bet!) “Everything I want is on the other side of being uncomfortable” 00:13:27 SPONSOR: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/businessbrain/ #rulapod 00:15:12 JoeyGator-BB Review-Love this show! 00:16:51 Quick Tip: Email people while they’re away to mine their autoresponders Make and Keep a Reasons for Contact List 00:20:02 Strategies for working with new contacts 00:23:29 Business Brain 712 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Make Yourself Uncomfortable – Business Brain 712 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you take a hard look at the hidden risks of using AI to troubleshoot problems in your business. You learn why trusting confident-sounding answers without context can lead you astray, and how Gell-Mann Amnesia shows up when AI sounds smart outside your expertise. The takeaway is clear: AI is powerful, but only when you stay skeptical, verify results, and remain the final decision-maker. You also explore the fast-evolving world of AI-powered wearables and what Meta’s smart glasses signal for the future of work and creativity. From short-form recording to deeper app integration, you see how these tools could change how you capture ideas and stay present. The key is experimenting early without blind faith, so you can leverage emerging tech while staying grounded. Done right, this balance helps you build smarter systems and move closer to a Charmed Life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #711 for Casual FridAI, December 19th, 2025 December 19th: Underdog Day 00:01:14 The 7-11 Coefficient 00:01:40 The Potential Pitfalls of AI Troubleshooting Gell-mann Amnesia 00:12:27 SPONSOR: The New Rules of Business: The 10 Kimmandments is available exclusively on MasterClass. And they always have great holiday-season offers, sometimes up to 50% off. Visit MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN to find out more! 00:13:58 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:15:13 Meta AI Glasses Records in three-minute clips Meta AI app integrates with the glasses Google/Samsung Android XR Glasses Go to a Meta Store and check it out Billy Clayton 00:25:18 Business Brain 711 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – Meta Glasses + AI Troubleshooting – Business Brain 711 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you’re challenged to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start before you feel ready. You don’t need every system built or every detail nailed down to make an offer and move forward. You learn why perfection slows momentum, how action creates clarity, and why progress beats polish every time. This mindset shift helps you build confidence, traction, and revenue faster—without getting stuck preparing forever instead of doing. You also explore demand avoidance and the subtle danger of the comfort zone. When things feel easy or familiar, it might actually be a warning sign that you’re not stretching far enough. You’re reminded that simple tools and clear tracking can keep you honest, focused, and growing. By leaning into a little discomfort and embracing structure, you give yourself the best chance at building a business—and a Charmed Life—on your terms. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #710 for Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 December 17th: National Maple Syrup Day 00:02:05 Start Before You’re Ready I don’t have an email list… but here’s an offer and I’ll eventually send you email. Perfect is the enemy of good Kit.com beehiiv Constant Contact Klaviyo Mailchimp 00:06:44 Beware the comfort zone 00:07:39 Spreadsheets are your friend Google Sheets Synology Office LibreOffice 00:12:06 SPONSOR: The New Rules of Business: The 10 Kimmandments is available exclusively on MasterClass. And they always have great holiday-season offers, sometimes up to 50% off. Visit MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN to find out more! 00:13:37 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:14:53 Demand Avoidance Tips to help: Reframe demands as choices — “I could do this” works better than “I should do this.” Lower the activation energy — Define the task as 2 minutes or one tiny step. Externalize structure without authority — Timers, body doubling, or parallel work beat accountability pressure. Use novelty or constraint — Change location, tools, order, or rules. 00:22:23 Business Brain 710 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Start Before You’re Ready + Demand Avoidance – Business Brain 710 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you dive into the rising tension between innovation, trust, and responsibility in the world of AI. As Shannon and Dave unpack National Salesperson Day, they pivot into the challenge of working with tools that hold immense power but zero accountability. The conversation heats up as they explore the recent acquisition of Limitless and what it signals for the future of AI assistants that promise productivity without sacrificing your Charmed Life. You also hear why trusting your AI is becoming just as important as the tasks it performs. Apple enters the discussion as a fascinating paradox—highly trusted for privacy yet struggling to compete because that same privacy limits their AI’s capabilities. By the time the outtro rolls in, you’re left thinking critically about which companies deserve your trust and how to balance convenience with control in your business. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #709 for Casual FridAI, December 12th, 2025 December 12th: National Salesperson Day 00:01:12 ChatGPT has no accountability 00:07:09 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:08:26 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:10:03 Limitless being Acquired 00:16:25 Trusting your AI? Apple is trustworthy…and their privacy keeps their AI from being competitive. 00:21:27 Business Brain 709 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – Limitless and Privacy – Business Brain 709 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you learn why belief has to show up before skill ever can. You’re pushed to take action immediately—not by buying gear, courses, or tools, but by selling what you already have to get real-world wins fast. As you move, you build confidence, momentum, and the all-important belief that fuels every entrepreneurial step of your Charmed Life. Listener reviews highlight how authentic, actionable, and inspiring this mindset is, especially when paired with smart discussions about AI and real business challenges. You also dive into the big question: How long should you give a business idea before you pivot or pull the plug? The hosts break down a practical two-year model—one year to learn, one year to execute—and frame it all as an experiment rather than a lifelong commitment. This approach frees you to test ideas boldly, adapt quickly, and make decisions with clarity instead of emoti 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #708 for Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 00:01:00 December 10th: National Lager Day Wolf by Vanderpump in Lake Tahoe Trumer Pilsner 00:02:32 Belief Before Ability Take action right away For example: in the reselling business, don’t buy anything first. Sell stuff you already have. That way you go through the motions…take some easy wins, and learn the process. And learn to believe! 00:12:03 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:13:18 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:14:57 Iavhill-BB Review-Actionable, Authentic, and Inspiring! 00:16:01 WPooka-BB Review-Love the AI Section 00:16:34 Skylar-Another read of “Don’t Pitch the Bitch” 00:18:44 How long should I give my business a chance? How long to spend on a proof of concept before you pivot (or kill it). 2 Years: One to learn, the second to execute Call it an experiment! 00:20:55 Everything we say on the show is something we’re telling ourselves 00:22:15 Business Brain 708 Outtro Tell Your Friends! Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Belief Comes Before Ability – Business Brain 708 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, you dive into a Casual FridAI conversation where Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore everything from Google’s playful foray into “antigravity” ideas to the rise of vibe-based coding and whether it helps or hurts creativity. You’re pulled into their energetic breakdown of how intuition and experimentation shape modern work, especially in an era when AI tools push boundaries faster than ever. As the hosts riff on innovation, they challenge you to rethink how you incorporate emerging tech into your entrepreneurial workflow to build your own Charmed Life. You also get a sharp discussion on contextual AI and why the nAIsaysers may be missing the bigger picture. In this episode of Business Brain, the hosts reveal how understanding context gives you a competitive edge and why resistance to AI often stems from misconceptions, not reality. By the end, you walk away with insights that equip you to navigate new tech, sharpen your strategic thinking, and stay adaptable as the landscape evolves. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #705 for Casual FridAI, November 28th, 2025 November 28th: National Day of Listening 00:01:30 Google Antigravity 00:07:55 Vibe Coding…is it bad? 00:11:25 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:13:26 SPONSOR: SPONSOR: MasterClass. Masterclass always has great holiday-season offers, sometimes up to 50% off. Visit MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN to find out more! 00:15:31 Contextual AI vs. the nAIsaysers 00:26:00 Business Brain 705 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI Google Antigravity + Context AI – Business Brain 705 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You’re juggling data, marketing, and momentum, and this episode shows you how to turn all three into leverage. You learn why permissionless UTMs let you track audience behavior without waiting for approval, giving you a sharper view of what actually moves the needle. Then you’re pushed to rethink how you approach follow-ups and persistence — not as nagging, but as the habit-forming consistency that makes people naturally want to work with you. This is where you start building your own Charmed Life. We also explore how relationship shifts inside a company — especially when your point of contact changes — can either stall progress or open a fresh lane of opportunity. Instead of letting transitions derail you, you discover how to re-establish trust, reset expectations, and keep deals alive. It’s a tactical episode that blends marketing precision with human strategy to keep your entrepreneurial engine running smoothly. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #704 for Wednesday, November 26th, 2025 November 26th: National Cake Day 00:01:34 What do you use Business Brain 00:02:05 Permissionless UTMs https://businessbrain.show/review?utm_source=bb704&utm_campaign=bb704 00:11:04 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:13:02 SPONSOR: MasterClass. Masterclass always has great holiday-season offers, sometimes up to 50% off. Visit MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN to find out more! 00:15:10 The persistent pest just turns people into habitually working with you 00:19:11 When the point of contact changes 00:23:27 Business Brain 703 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Permissionless UTMs and Persistent Pests – Business Brain 704 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

On this episode of Business Brain, you explore how to use AI as a tool for revealing blind spots you didn’t even know you had. With prompts designed to surface hidden assumptions and second-order effects, you learn how to turn AI into a sharper strategic partner. The hosts walk you through asking AI to SWOT your life, push for specific examples, and then combine strengths and weaknesses so you can take real corrective action instead of just collecting insights. This episode also shows you how to redirect AI when answers drift and how to make it ask you smarter questions—especially when building plans or creative projects. The big takeaway: frequent use and strategic prompting erase resistance and unlock the clarity that fuels your Charmed Life. When you know how to steer the conversation, AI becomes a force multiplier for both your business and your thinking. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #703 for Casual FridAI, November 21st, 2025 November 21st: National Gingerbread Cookie Day 00:01:41 AI Prompt to find the blind spots AI Prompt: What are the blind spots, hidden assumptions, or second-order effects that I might be missing? 00:06:47 AI Prompt: Based upon everything you know about me I want you to SWOT my life. Follow-up Prompt: Give me three specific examples of each of the 4 categories Follow-up-follow-up: Take those 12 things and apply the six positives about me to the six negatives so that we can address these issues. 00:09:46 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:11:33 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:13:20 Robert-Prompting AI to be more effective for you AI Prompt: I’m a Graphic Designer, I need to write a business plan. Ask me 5 questions about me to make your response more effective: 00:15:06 If you get an answer in the wrong direction, edit your prompt and that effectively erases the answer. 00:15:50 Just use it! Resistance is futile. DaVinci Resolve 00:21:54 Business Brain 703 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI Blind Spot Prompt – Business Brain 703 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Adding value in business doesn’t always mean solving every problem — sometimes simply naming the issue helps people unlock their own path forward. That mindset protects you from the Consultant Trap, where you feel obligated to deliver solutions instead of insight. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, your real power often comes from reframing the situation, not fixing it. Whether you’re chatting with clients, partners, or even hotel staff when you’re celebrating something special, you’re shaping outcomes through clarity and communication. We also explore how lifestyle businesses can slip into complacency when comfort replaces intention. You’re pushed to rethink how you manage your money, tapping concepts from Die With Zero and Rich Dad, Poor Dad to shift your focus from hoarding assets to living on profits and maximizing cash flow. You’re encouraged to avoid parking money in a checking account and instead build a structure that supports financial momentum — all so you can consistently design your own Charmed Life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #702 for Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 November 19th: Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 00:01:22 Tell the hotel front desk that you’re celebrating your anniversary 00:02:57 You don’t always have to have a solution to a problem to add value The Consultant Trap on Business Brain Just identifying the problem or situation can be more than enough to help someone seek a solution Isn’t this what cognitive behavioral therapy is? 00:09:29 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:11:14 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:13:02 The lifestyle business mindset and laziness Die With Zero 00:17:30 Live On Your Profits, Not Your Assets Rich Dad, Poor Dad Cash flow is king! Don’t keep money in your checking account 00:22:27 Business Brain 702 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Lifestyle Business Complacency- Business Brain 702 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You’re living in the future now—where ChatGPT rides shotgun and your car’s dashboard becomes your co-pilot. This week, you’ll explore how AI and CarPlay are merging to make driving smarter and conversations with tech more natural. Discover how Shannon and Dave use GPT behind the wheel and why they wouldn’t buy a car without CarPlay anymore. You’ll see how these tools blend productivity and creativity into the rhythm of daily life. Then, shift gears into understanding the context window—the secret to keeping your AI assistant on track. Learn how to get better, more useful answers by managing context, and why choosing your LLM ecosystem wisely matters. It’s about steering your own digital experience toward your version of a Charmed Life—one where human insight and AI intuition drive side by side. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #701 for Casual FridAI, November 14th, 2025 00:01:06 November 14th: National Pickle Day 00:02:20 ChatGPT widget in CarPlay 00:05:51 Having conversations with ChatGPT 00:08:25 We wouldn’t buy cars without CarPlay 00:09:18 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:10:51 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:12:32 Tips for Overcoming ChatGPT’s Context Window 00:15:00 The walled garden of your chosen LLM AI for customer support 00:19:09 Business Brain 701 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – GPT Carplay and Context Windows – Business Brain 701 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You know that consistency is the secret sauce of every successful venture. This episode shows you how showing up—again and again—builds your credibility, sharpens your edge, and strengthens your moat against competitors. With the Business Brain hosts breaking down “bullheaded persistence” and the beauty of being “too dumb to quit,” you’ll see why consistency is more than habit—it’s identity. You’ll also learn why accountability partners can turbocharge your follow-through and how competing with yourself keeps your growth curve alive. Shannon and Dave share how staying consistent has powered them to 700 episodes and a truly Charmed Life—one built on discipline, connection, and the drive to keep creating, no matter what. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #700 for Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 November 12th: Chicken Soup for the Soul Day 00:01:56 The Value of Consistency Consistency is Magic Bullheaded Persistence “Too dumb to quit!” Consistency is a moat A reputation of consistency adds to your credibility stack 00:06:18 It’s easier to be consistent with an accountability partner 00:10:52 SPONSOR: Intuit QuickBooks Payroll – Take control with QuickBooks Payroll today at QuickBooks.com/payroll 00:12:24 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:14:07 Does the “Don’t Pitch The Bitch” mentality really serve your home-improvement business? 00:21:10 “We compete with ourselves” 00:22:11 Business Brain 700 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post The Power of Consistency – Business Brain 700 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You’ll learn how to supercharge your entrepreneurial workflow with AI as Shannon and Dave dive into the latest ChatGPT tricks, from snapping store photos to capturing screenshots and shaping your business philosophy with better prompts. You’ll discover how adding context helps AI think more like a partner and less like a tool—helping you make sharper, faster decisions. This is all about working smarter so you can live your Charmed Life. They also explore the world of wearable AI, including the Limitless Pendant and its seamless sync with Apple Reminders. With real talk about privacy, productivity, and where tech is headed next, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the future of entrepreneurship—powered by AI and grounded in business savvy. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #699 for Casual FridAI, November 7th, 2025 00:01:30 November 7th: Love Your Lawyer Day 00:02:26 ChatGPT: Using the Camera in the store 00:06:08 Taking screenshots from within ChatGPT 00:06:54 Using ChatGPT To Hone your Business Philosophy The more context you give it, the better they are at predicting and helping you solve problems Sponsors 00:10:42 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:12:22 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:14:07 Todd-Privacy concerns with wearable AI Pendants? 00:17:24 Limitless syncs with Apple Reminders 00:19:32 NEO Home Robot 00:22:20 Business Brain 699 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – ChatGPT Tricks + Limitless Pendent – Business Brain 699 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

As you navigate the waves of life and business, this episode reminds you that age isn’t a limitation—it’s momentum. Shannon and Dave dive into how your brain evolves from chasing facts to harnessing wisdom, helping you spot patterns and ride bigger waves of opportunity. You’ll learn to see mistakes as tuition and fear as a tool, not an obstacle. Whether you’re 25 or 65, you can turn experience into advantage and live your Charmed Life. They break down how to flip fear-based thinking into forward motion, using uncertainty as fuel for smarter, faster decisions. If you’ve ever worried about slowing down or missing your next big break, this episode shows how every wave—no matter when it comes—can carry you further than you imagined. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #698 for Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 00:01:33 November 5th: Bonfire Night 00:02:06 Age is just another wave to ride Charlie Munger: Find a wave and ride it! Brains change as we age: from memorization to big-picture wisdom Mistakes are tuition Demi Moore’s The Substance 00:13:19 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:14:58 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:16:43 Revisiting Fear-Based Decisions Having an irrational fear of not making any money is a superpower What’s the most important thing to do right now to increase my revenue? Trading Places is a Christmas Movie 00:23:47 Business Brain 698 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Age is Just Another Wave to Ride – Business Brain 698 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You’re already using AI every day—but are you actually using it smartly? In this week’s Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore the next level of practical AI for entrepreneurs, from using your browser to scrape data instantly to letting AI listen, watch, and analyze what’s happening in your business. You’ll learn how to troubleshoot, research, and brainstorm faster just by speaking to your computer, snapping a video, or using your browser as your AI command center. You’ll also hear about the tools that make it all click—Comet, Atlas, and Limitless—and how connecting them with ChatGPT can help you organize, motivate, and stay consistent with your goals. It’s a mix of humor, experimentation, and smart shortcuts that show you how to work less, create more, and live your version of a Charmed Life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #697 for Casual FridAI, October 31, 2025 October 31st: National Knock Knock Joke Day 00:00:01 AI Tip: Use your computer’s microphone to just dictate to AI. Not speech mode, just instead of typing. 00:02:10 More on using ChatGPT with multiple modes: audio, video, pictures Take video of your washing machine to troubleshoot. Is “prompt engineering” just text? 00:07:34 AI Tip: Using AI in your browser Comet Browser Atlas Browser Instant Data Scraper for Chrome 00:11:25 SPONSOR: MasterClass. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN 00:13:11 AI Tip: Use ChatGPT to find contacts at companies Seamless.ai 00:15:19 Limitless Pendant Review Update Linking Limitless with ChatGPT Using Limitless to create your to-did list (for motivation!) 00:21:13 Business Brain 697 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – BrowserAI – Business Brain 697 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

You already know that building a business is a marathon, not a sprint—but how do you keep running when the finish line keeps moving? In this week’s Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton dive into the concept of Motivational Endurance, sharing ways to recharge your entrepreneurial drive and find joy in the daily grind. From creating a “To Did” list that celebrates small wins to finding multiple sources of motivation, you’ll learn how to build habits that fuel long-term success and keep your energy high even when your excitement dips. You’ll also discover why mentoring others (even accidentally) might be the secret to staying inspired and how defining your Noble Cause keeps you aligned through setbacks. When you stack truth with creativity and discipline with purpose, business stops feeling like a struggle—and starts looking like your version of a Charmed Life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #696 for Wednesday, October 29, 2025 00:01:01 October 29th: National Cat Day 00:02:42 Robert-A Side Hustle: Until the Junk Runs Dry! Start your side hustle today Boredom is the enemy Ask your employees: What are your interests? What do you want to do beyond this? feedback@businessbrain.show 00:08:40 RGoodwin55-BB Review – Great Show 00:09:16 SPONSOR: MasterClass. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MasterClass.com/BUSINESSBRAIN 00:11:42 Motivational Endurance from Dr. Julie Gurner 00:16:16 Find multiple things that motivates you Mentoring younger people, even accidentally Always tell the truth, but make it fantastic The “To Did” list concept, celebrating your wins What’s your Noble Cause? Review Business Brain 00:20:09 Business Brain 696 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Motivational Endurance – Business Brain 696 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon kick off a lighthearted Casual FridAI conversation that revolves around practical AI tips and how they’re integrating AI tools into everyday problem solving. Dave shares a recent experience using the ChatGPT mobile app to diagnose a foot issue by uploading and annotating photos directly in the app, highlighting how powerful visual AI has become for troubleshooting real-world tasks. Shannon adds examples of how he uses AI to identify dashboard warning lights, analyze auction pallet photos, and even figure out how to put a rental SUV into drive. This leads into a discussion on how AI is evolving rapidly and is now becoming a daily assistant rather than a novelty. The conversation shifts into AI prompting strategies, including Dave’s method of pasting his final edited drafts back into ChatGPT so it continues learning his writing voice. Shannon introduces a new concept he calls the “Devil’s Advocate Prompt” to counteract AI’s built-in positivity bias. Since most AI tools tend to support user ideas without challenging them, this prompt forces AI to critique weaknesses, risks, and flawed assumptions so entrepreneurs can battle-test ideas before launching. They end by talking about building an evolving prompt library for Business Brain listeners and encourage listeners to share their own AI prompt wins. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #695 for Casual FridAI, October 24, 2025 October 24th: World Tripe Day 00:01:46 Annotate images in the ChatGPT app 00:05:11 Upload a photo to help you fix something that’s broken SIXT Car Rental Agency 00:08:15 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:09:47 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:11:42 FridAI Prompt: “Here’s the final version I edited so you have it for the next time we work on something together” 00:13:34 FridayAI Devil’s Advocate Prompts: The general Devil’s Advocate Prompt: “Act as a ruthless devil’s advocate. Your job is to find weaknesses, risks, and flawed assumptions in the following idea. No praise, no compliments—only critique and what could go wrong. Provide clear examples and evidence where possible. Here’s the idea: [INSERT IDEA].” Execution Reality Check Prompt: “Assume this plan sounds good in theory but fails in practice. Explain why execution would break down—team issues, complexity, hidden costs, dependencies, time delays. Plan: [INSERT].” 00:17:24 Business Brain 695 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – Devil’s Advocate Prompts – Business Brain 695 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton explore the difference between 2x and 10x growth mindsets. Shannon shares a quote from a recent event — “focus on 10x, not 2x” — and breaks down how the 2x approach is about working harder and incrementally improving, while 10x thinking requires transformative change, ruthless prioritization, and bold decision-making. They discuss how 10x growth forces entrepreneurs to abandon outdated systems and focus only on what delivers real results, even if that means disrupting what’s already working. Shannon relates this to his recent Instagram growth experiment and how it’s forcing him out of his comfort zone. The conversation then shifts to the concept of “body doubling,” a technique Dave discovered during a recent trip where he and his wife worked productively side by side in a hotel room. This unintentional co-working setup led to high focus and output, prompting Dave to dig deeper into the psychological science behind it. They explore how having someone else nearby — even if not directly interacting — creates a low-level accountability and modeled behavior that can improve productivity. They wrap up with a reminder to stay self-aware, keep pursuing growth, and stay focused on high-leverage actions — like selling unused assets or building scalable systems — that generate real revenue. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #694 for Wednesday, October 22, 2025 October 22nd: International CAPS LOCK Day Wind chimes for podcasting calmness 00:02:07 Focus on 10x-ing, not 2x-ing Is Grant Cardone just blowing hot air, or does he have something valuable to say? 2x means: Work harder Add helpers Same offer Fear of losing what you have Your identity remains the same 10x means: Same or fewer hours Build scalable systems, by breaking things and streamlining what you do New offer Willingness to destroy what isn’t essential Your identity evolves Don’t be afraid to ask: how are you doing 10x what I’m doing? 00:10:27 On Shannon’s Quartet: Think Bigger 10x instead of 2x 00:11:14 SPONSOR: Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/businessbrain or use code businessbrain at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! 00:12:46 SPONSOR: PAKA. Softer than Cashmere and warmer than wool. Visit Go.PAKAapparel.com/BRAIN to grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks. 00:14:40 Body Doubling for ADHD productivity – Vincent from Strawberry.me Time constraints make a big difference, too “What should I be working on that’s going to generate the most revenue today?” Bringatrailer.com – car auction site 00:24:42 Business Brain 694 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post 10x instead of 2x – Business Brain 694 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Dave and Shannon open Casual Friday with a Shopify nod, then spotlight listener David’s “vibe-coded” Replit app for high-school sports. His web iPad tool tracks scoring, fouls, streaks, and biggest leads, exports structured summaries to an AI project, and let him publish recaps before leaving the gym. The hosts urge productizing it as a simple SaaS for local media and parents, noting how low-code iteration unlocks niche, high-value workflows. Listener Ian contributes a prompt to reduce ambiguity in text communications—analyze likely interpretations, confirm intent, then offer two clearer rewrites—which sparks a broader discussion about using AI to keep customer-service tone friendly over SMS. Shannon then explains how he used ChatGPT for tax prep: export a Gmail “receipts” label via Google Takeout, auto-extract 2024 transactions, categorize them, cross-check with credit-card summaries (dedupe, find misses), and organize 1099s/K-1s for his accountant—plus a “what am I wasting money on?” audit to cut subscriptions. They close by inviting listeners to send their own AI workflows to feedback@businessbrain.show. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #693 for Casual FridAI, October 17, 2025 October 17th: National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day 00:01:16 David-Replit vibe-coded me an app I wanted! 00:08:00 Ian-FridAI-Here’s a prompt to help reduce communication ambiguity PROMPT: Analyze my text for possible interpretations. Rank them by likelihood based on how most readers would understand the wording. Ask me to confirm which meaning I intend. Then, provide two alternative rewrites that eliminate ambiguity while preserving my tone: [paste text here] 00:10:00 Beware of customer service handling via text. You have to go over the top to be friendly.  00:13:40 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:15:17 Shannon: ChatGPT Did My Taxes Google Takeout Is this a prison decision or a penalty decision Upload your credit card statement to ChatGPT and ask it, “what am I wasting my money on? Be harsh. Tough love.” 00:23:55 Business Brain 693 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post FridAI – ChatGPT Did My Taxes?! Business Brain 693 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Dave and Shannon kick off episode 692 with a Shopify sponsor read and dive into listener-submitted interview questions. Jeff’s favorite prompt—“How many gas stations are in the U.S.?”—is used to evaluate problem-solving under pressure, not factual recall. Shannon riffs on the persuasive power of specific numbers and “making the truth fantastic,” while Dave notes real estimates vary widely. Todd’s “What would you put on a bumper sticker?” uncovers candidates’ core beliefs; the hosts swap their own slogans and talk about how pithy lines often emerge over the years, not on demand. Listener Andrew asks whether his fabrication LLC should bill his rental-property LLC. The hosts recommend billing (or at least tracking) to expose true margins, enable clean property-level P&Ls, support valuations, and strengthen leverage with banks or vendors—while reminding Andrew to confirm structure and tax treatment with a CPA and attorney. They wrap by inviting more questions at feedback@businessbrain.show and signing off with their “charmed life” mantra. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #692 for Wednesday, October 15, 2025 October 15th: National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day 00:01:34 Jeff-More favorite interview questions Make the truth fantastic! 00:07:52 Todd-Interview question…the Bumpersticker! 00:11:52 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and upgrade your selling today! 00:13:30 Andrew-Should I bill myself for work I do? 00:22:21 Business Brain 692 Outtro Review Business Brain Subscribe to the show feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Dave and Shannon AMA – Business Brain 692 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.