AI Tools for Overcoming Business Challenges with Ashley Gross

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