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In this episode of Using AI at Work, host Chris Daigle catches up with longtime business strategist and Chief AI Officer graduate, Sara Flowers. Known for her deep expertise in workplace optimization, Sara shares how she’s used generative AI to revolutionize operations for multiple eight-figure companies. From streamlining customer service with enterprise tools like Ada to designing custom GPTs for project management, newsletters, and time tracking, Sara reveals her change management strategies and how she seamlessly integrates AI to boost human productivity—not replace it. This is a masterclass in how AI can drive ROI, team morale, and scalability across departments.

🔎 Find Out More About Sara Flowers and Grow With Flowers:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaraflowers/
Website: https://www.growwithflowers.com
Email: sara@growwithflowers.com

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
ChatGPT ➡ https://chat.openai.com
ChatGPT for Teams ➡ https://openai.com/teams
Ada ➡ https://www.ada.cx
Timely ➡ https://memory.ai/timely
Trello ➡ https://trello.com
Slack ➡ https://slack.com
Midjourney ➡ https://www.midjourney.com

Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome Back and Introducing Sara Flowers
01:18 - Sara’s Background and Entry into AI
04:03 - From ChatGPT Curiosity to Full Integration
07:01 - Building Bots for Every Client Use Case
10:22 - Automating Customer Service with Ada
15:00 - Measurable Impact and Internal Buy-In
20:18 - Managing Change with AI and Transparency
26:36 - Expanding AI Across All Departments
33:58 - Structuring Teams Around Ongoing AI Growth
41:55 - Hiring, Vetting, and The AI Talent Gap
50:44 - Final Thoughts and Invitation to Connect

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AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a game-changer in how we work and communicate. In this episode, Chris Daigle sits down with Claire Bouvier, one of Canada’s top AI experts, to discuss the rise of AI agents and their transformative impact on business and personal productivity. Claire shares her insights on voice AI, neurodivergent-friendly workflows, and how AI can enhance human relationships rather than replace them. From leveraging AI for strategic thinking to creating hyper-personalized workflows, Claire provides a fresh perspective on making AI work for you. Whether you're an AI pro or just starting, this episode is packed with actionable insights on using AI in a way that elevates both productivity and human potential.

🔎 Find Out More About Claire Bouvier and Brightlight:
https://clairebouvier.com
https://britelite.io

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Sesame ➡ https://sesame.chat
Claude ➡ https://claude.ai
ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt
Fireflies ➡ https://fireflies.ai

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Claire Bouvier
02:19 - The Rise of AI Agents in Business
05:15 - Using Sesame for Strategic Thinking
08:33 - Voice AI vs. Text-Based AI: When to Use Each
12:07 - The Power of Brain Dumping with AI
18:35 - Why 2025 is the Year of AI Implementation
25:12 - Building Custom AI Agents for Your Business
32:26 - AI as a Thought Partner for Entrepreneurs
40:51 - How AI Can Enhance Human Communication
50:17 - Where to Find Claire and Her Work

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AI agents are one of the hottest topics in 2025, but what are they really capable of? In this episode, Chris Daigle sits down with Jake George, co-founder of Agentic Brain, to break down the real-world applications of AI-driven agents in sales and business operations. Jake shares his journey from building developer teams in the crypto space to becoming an expert in AI automation, and he explains how businesses can integrate AI agents to improve sales processes, automate workflows, and boost efficiency. If you've been wondering how to harness AI agents without falling for the hype, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

🔎 Find Out More About Jake George and Agentic Brain:
https://agenticbrain.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-george-ai-genie/

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
LangChain ➡ https://www.langchain.com
AutoGen ➡ https://microsoft.github.io/autogen/
Relevance AI ➡ https://www.relevanceai.com
OpenAI Assistant API ➡ https://openai.com/research/assistant
Devin AI ➡ https://www.cognition-labs.com

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Jake George
03:22 - Jake’s Journey into AI and Automation
08:15 - What Defines an AI Agent?
12:40 - Differences Between Agents and Automated Workflows
18:05 - How Businesses Can Implement AI Agents Today
24:30 - Common Misconceptions About AI Agents
30:55 - The Role of AI in Decision-Making Processes
36:45 - The Future of AI Agents in 2025
42:10 - Why AI Adoption Requires Process Optimization
49:00 - How to Get Started with AI Agents in Business
53:30 - Closing Thoughts and Jake’s Final Advice

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