Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this conversation, Ryan Staley discusses with Jonathan Mast and John Golden the transformative impact of AI on sales teams, emphasizing its role in improving efficiency, automating processes, and enhancing lead scoring and forecasting. They explore the importance of sales leadership in adopting AI, measuring its impact, and addressing chal...
Apr 07, 2025•31 min•Ep. 483
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode, Ryan Staley and Shane Murphy-Reuter discuss the integration of AI in go-to-market strategies, exploring Shane's personal use of AI tools, the future of go-to-market processes, and the importance of balancing technology with emotional connection to customers. Shane emphasizes the need for go-to-market teams to return to their ...
Apr 02, 2025•12 min•Ep. 482
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode of the AI Agent Show, Ryan Staley interviews Shane Murphy-Reuter, the president and go-to-market leader at Calendly. They discuss the evolving role of go-to-market strategies, the integration of AI in business processes, and the importance of creating a seamless customer experience. Shane shares insights on the opportunities p...
Mar 26, 2025•20 min•Ep. 481
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode, Ryan Staley interviews Aytekin Tank, the founder and CEO of JotForm, about the launch and development of their AI agents. They discuss the journey of creating AI agents, the success of the launch, and the features that set JotForm's AI agents apart. Aytekin shares insights on user engagement, customization options, and the im...
Mar 24, 2025•32 min•Ep. 480
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this conversation, Ryan Staley and Sri Ganesan discuss the challenges and strategies surrounding AI adoption in professional services, emphasizing the need for organizations to integrate AI into their operations effectively. They explore the concept of AIOps, highlighting how automation can lead to significant efficiency gains. The discuss...
Mar 19, 2025•14 min•Ep. 479
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies → https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode, I shared the evolution of AI models and their practical applications in business, particularly in sales and marketing. I highlight the significant cost savings achieved through effective use of AI, specifically a model that saved a client $50,000 in just 15 minutes. I break down the AI model matrix, explaining various models...
Mar 16, 2025•17 min•Ep. 478
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies→https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this conversation, Ryan Staley interviews Sri Ganesan, founder and CEO of Rocketlane, discussing the integration of AI in project management and customer onboarding. Sri shares insights from his previous ventures, emphasizing the importance of building a world-class business across all functions, not just the product. He highlights the n...
Mar 12, 2025•14 min•Ep. 477
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies → https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7Most people using AI right now have no idea what's coming. Here's the brutal truth: GPT-4.5 can already perform better than 80% of people's level for a job that 432M people have.I’ve tested it and the results are polarizing because of 100x improvement taking place in the next 3 months1. What is GPT 4.5 and why is it a path to complete disrupt...
Mar 10, 2025•20 min
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode, Ryan Staley and Darryl Kelly discuss the innovative use of AI agents in personal and parenting contexts. Darryl shares his journey of leveraging AI to enhance his cognitive abilities and support his children, particularly in managing ADHD. The conversation explores the creation of affirmations for emotional support and the...
Mar 05, 2025•14 min•Ep. 475
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies →https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7In this episode, I challenged both Claude 3.7 Sonnet and Grok 3 with identical tasks that CEOs and Marketing Leaders need daily - real-time trend analysis, strategic interpretation, and data visualization. I'm revealing the results of my head-to-head comparison between the two most advanced AI models available right now - Claude 3.7 Sonnet ...
Mar 03, 2025•14 min•Ep. 474
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies→https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode of the AI Agent Show, Ryan Staley interviews Darryl Kelly, CEO of Aspect, discussing the integration of AI in workforce productivity and personal development. Darryl shares his journey with journaling and how it led him to create a custom AI model that reflects his thoughts and motivations. The conversation emphasizes the im...
Feb 26, 2025•26 min•Ep. 473
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies→https://hi.switchy.io/U6H7 In this episode, I outlined a straightforward three-step process for creating effective AI agents, emphasizing the importance of using both free and paid versions of tools to maximize capabilities. I've built over 100 AI agents in Copilot, and I've distilled it down to 3 simple steps. Here's my 10-minute blueprint. #microsoft #microsoftcopi...
Feb 24, 2025•13 min•Ep. 472
Your competitors are already using AI. Don't get left behind. Weekly AI strategies used by PE Backed and Publicly Traded Companies → https://www.aiforrevenue.com/superhumanrevenue-newsletter In this episode, Ryan Staley and Jonathan Lister discuss the evolving landscape of AI in sales, particularly focusing on video AI avatars and autonomous agents. They explore market responses to these technologies, the shift towards automation, and the implications for sales productivity. Jonathan shares insi...
Feb 19, 2025•13 min•Ep. 471
Ryan Staley discusses the competitive landscape of AI agents, focusing on the emerging startup Convergence and its tool Proxy, which is positioned against OpenAI's offerings. He highlights the significant funding differences between the two companies and explores various use cases for AI in sales and marketing, emphasizing automation and efficiency. Staley concludes with insights on the future of AI technology and its applications. Takeaways 🔹OpenAI has significant funding but faces competition...
Feb 17, 2025•11 min•Ep. 570
In this conversation, Ryan Staley interviews Jonathan Lister, COO of Vidyard, discussing the transformative role of AI in video marketing and outreach. Jonathan shares insights on how Vidyard leverages AI avatars to enhance personalization at scale, improve customer management, and streamline sales processes. The discussion covers various use cases, engagement metrics, and the future potential of AI in go-to-market strategies. Takeaways 🔹Vidyard focuses on video for go-to-market strategies. 🔹A...
Feb 12, 2025•15 min•Ep. 469
Ryan Staley discusses the transformative potential of OpenAI's latest AI agent, which can automate significant portions of human work for a low monthly fee. He explains the implications of economic task automation, how to access and effectively use AI agents, and provides real-world applications and case studies. The discussion concludes with insights into the future of work and strategic implications for businesses. Takeaways 🔹OpenAI's AI agent can replace trillions of dollars in work. 🔹Only ...
Feb 10, 2025•14 min•Ep. 468
I've unlocked DeepSeek's advanced reasoning engine - so that by the end of this video you can deploy it in less than 30 seconds with zero coding. Takeaways 🔹DeepSeek caused a $600 billion market loss due to its advanced capabilities. 🔹NVIDIA's stock drop reflects broader concerns in the tech industry. 🔹Security risks are paramount when using AI tools like DeepSeek. 🔹PhD level advanced reasoning can be accessed safely with proper precautions. 🔹DeepSeek is available for free, offering competi...
Feb 05, 2025•13 min•Ep. 467
Just wrapped a live stress test of OpenAI's newest release. Here's the raw, unedited breakdown you won't see anywhere else 👇 🧪 THE EXPERIMENT: → 3 distinct business use cases → $200 enterprise access → Zero preparation, pure testing 🎯 WHAT ACTUALLY WORKED: - Travel booking: 4-minute execution, fully automated flight search ✅ - News aggregation: Lightning-fast AI updates ✅ - Real-time decision support ✅ ⚠️ CURRENT LIMITATIONS: - Complex research tasks need refinement - No login credential stor...
Feb 03, 2025•11 min•Ep. 466
In this episode of the Scale Up Show, host Ryan Staley interviews Glenn Sandifer, a seasoned executive in the security industry and author. They discuss the importance of relationships in achieving professional success, the insights from Glenn's book on dating outcomes, and how to leverage LinkedIn for business growth. Glenn shares his experiences in building sales pipelines and offers practical advice on using Sales Navigator effectively. The conversation emphasizes the significance of personal...
Jan 29, 2025•17 min•Ep. 465
3 AI agents that do the work of an $84B industry... and 97% of leaders don't even know they exist. The AI Agents require ZERO coding required (and they just went public) These new no-code AI agents eliminated 10 hours of weekly work- and I'm showing you the exact setup that took me 10 minutes to deploy. → The new agent tools from OpenAI, Google & Perplexity that change everything → My 'Instant Deploy' system that takes 7 minutes to set up → The automation sequence that runs your business whi...
Jan 27, 2025•14 min•Ep. 464
In this conversation, Ryan Staley and Morgan Ingram delve into the significance of video content in the digital marketing landscape, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube. They discuss the challenges and benefits of using video, emphasizing its role in building trust with audiences. The discussion also touches on the evolving nature of content consumption, with a focus on the shift from traditional written content to video as a primary source of information for decision-making. Add...
Jan 22, 2025•17 min•Ep. 463
In this episode of the Scale Up Show, Ryan Staley interviews Frederic Aouad, Chief Commercial Officer at Stay22, about the company's remarkable growth from $15 million to $30 million in just one year. They discuss the key elements that contributed to this success, including the importance of a strong product, market expansion strategies, and the integration of AI to enhance team efficiency. Frederic shares insights on identifying adjacent intent in travel content and fostering a culture of innov...
Jan 20, 2025•19 min•Ep. 462
In this conversation, Ryan Staley interviews Morgan Ingram, a B2B revenue expert, about the integration of content and sales strategies, particularly focusing on LinkedIn video content. Morgan shares insights on creating effective video content, the importance of understanding algorithms, and utilizing AI tools for content optimization. He emphasizes the need for a structured approach to video creation, including hooks, promises, and calls to action, while also discussing the significance of res...
Jan 15, 2025•19 min•Ep. 461
In this episode of the Scale Up Show, host Ryan Staley interviews Fred Auouad, Chief Commercial Officer at Stay 22. They discuss the unique culture at Stay 22, emphasizing the importance of investing in people through training and development. Fred shares insights on the adoption of AI for skill training and the unexpected results that have emerged from its implementation. The conversation also covers the impact of AI on sales and partnership success, highlighting how it has transformed their op...
Jan 13, 2025•21 min•Ep. 460
In this conversation, Ryan Staley and Amanda Kahlow discuss the implications of AI superhumans on the workforce, the potential for job displacement, and the need for a new societal structure. They explore the challenges of parenting in an AI-driven world, Amanda's journey in creating OneMind, and the transformation of the buying experience through AI. The discussion also touches on Amanda's favorite AI use cases and her vision for the future. Takeaways AI superhumans can perform tasks traditiona...
Jan 08, 2025•14 min•Ep. 459
In this episode of the Scale Up Show, host Ryan Staley interviews Amanda Kahlow, CEO of 1 Mind and former founder of Sixth Sense. Amanda shares her journey from overcoming a challenging childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur focused on AI-driven solutions. The conversation delves into the concept of 'super humans' in AI, their applications in go-to-market strategies, and how they can enhance customer interactions. Amanda also discusses her personal use of AI in decision-making and the c...
Jan 06, 2025•17 min•Ep. 458
In this episode, Ryan Staley and Jeremey Donovan delve into the practical applications of AI in business strategy, particularly in hiring and go-to-market strategies. Jeremey shares insights from his extensive use of AI tools, discussing how data-driven approaches can enhance decision-making and productivity. The conversation also explores the nuances of industry movement and the importance of understanding constraints when leveraging AI for business growth. Takeaways AI can significantly enhanc...
Dec 18, 2024•17 min•Ep. 457
In this episode, Ryan Staley interviews Jeremey Donovan, EVP of RevOps' strategy at Insight Partners. They discuss Jeremey's extensive background in sales, tech, and marketing, and delve into the transformative role of AI in go-to-market strategies. Jeremey shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of AI in sales development, the distinction between inbound and outbound sales, and the potential for AI to enhance full cycle selling. The conversation concludes with Jeremey highlighting s...
Dec 16, 2024•19 min•Ep. 456
In this conversation, Ryan Staley and Laurent Charpentier discuss the evolving role of AI in business, particularly in fraud detection and sales processes. Laurent shares insights on how AI is being integrated into their operations, the importance of team engagement with new technologies, and his vision for future business ventures leveraging AI. Takeaways AI is crucial for enhancing fraud detection strategies. Automation provides better control over financial processes. Data accuracy improves a...
Dec 11, 2024•13 min•Ep. 455
In this episode of the Scale Up Show, host Ryan Staley interviews Laurent Charpentier, CEO of Yooz, a leading provider of cloud-based e-invoicing and purchase-to-pay automation solutions. Laurent shares his inspiring journey from a technical background to leading a global company, emphasizing the importance of learning and mentorship. The conversation delves into Yooz's innovative automation solutions, the significant impact of AI on finance, and the future trends in the industry. Laurent discus...
Dec 09, 2024•16 min•Ep. 454