In this episode, Ashley Gross, the founder and CEO of the Prompt Community, discusses the transformative impact of generative AI and the need for AI education and cross-collaboration.
Ashley also shares insights about the Prompt Community, which offers AI tutorials and connects members with AI founders. She talks about the first cohort of her course on building a business with AI and the benefits of community collaboration.
AI Tools:
- Crimson Hexagon
- Butterfly AI
- Intercom
- Fireflies AI
Takeaways
- AI education and cross-collaboration are essential for driving AI literacy and creating a diverse and inclusive space for learning.
- The Prompt Community offers AI tutorials and connects members with AI founders, providing a fun and inclusive learning environment.
- Building a business with AI requires addressing challenges such as poor business plans, lack of skills and knowledge, and product-market fit.
- AI tools like Crimson Hexagon, Butterfly AI, and Intercom can help businesses overcome these challenges and improve their operations.
- Understanding data privacy policies is crucial when using AI, and companies should prioritize transparency and user control over data.
- While AI may experience a boom and subsequent fatigue, the technology will continue to advance and decentralize data. Start with a problem and use AI as a tool to solve it.
- Favorite AI tools mentioned: Jasper and Read AI.
- Focus on finding AI tools that align with your needs and solve real problems.
- Support Ashley Gross in her goal to make it on the Forbes 30 under 30 list.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Prompt Community
- 02:54 Highlighting AI Founders in the Prompt Community
- 04:39 Building a Business with AI: First Cohort and Cross-Pollination
- 07:48 The Importance of Community Building and Verticals Seeing Changes
- 08:47 Challenges of Building a Business with AI and Recommended Tools
- 12:13 Understanding the Risks of Using AI and Data Privacy
- 19:52 The Future of AI: Predictions and Decentralizing Data
- 23:38 The Journey of AI: From Hype to Practicality
- 25:24 Ashley's First Experience with AI
- 27:46 Using AI in Personal and Professional Life
- 29:51 The Time-Saving Benefits of AI Tools
- 32:21 Getting Started with AI: Start with a Problem
- 34:52 Using AI to Improve Networking Skills
- 38:42 Supporting Up-and-Coming Women in AI
- 43:00 Asking for Help and Support
