The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary In this solo episode, host Cary Weston rings in 2026 by sharing his annual tradition of choosing three guiding words for the year ahead. Instead of making resolutions, Cary focuses on building intentional habits and goals that align with both his personal and professional growth. He reflects on last year's words—Connect, Routine, Smile—grading himself on each and offering insight into how they shaped his year. For 2026, Cary's chosen words are Framework, Make, and Study, and he dives into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini will support him in these areas. 3 Key Takeaways Ditch Resolutions, Choose Words: Instead of making traditional resolutions, Cary selects three words each year to help guide his focus and actions—turning vague intentions into meaningful direction. AI as a Personal Growth Tool: Cary demonstrates how ChatGPT and other AI tools can go beyond basic tasks to help with things like documenting ideas, crafting learning paths, and even assisting with creative hobbies. Learning Should Be 3D: In his goal to "study" more deeply, Cary emphasizes the importance of learning that goes beyond the screen and into the real world—through conversation, practice, and real-life experience. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.

Episode Summary In this "from the vault" episode originally released in March 2024, Cary dives into how to use ChatGPT for document creation, editing, and analysis. This is one of the most frequently asked topics he encounters, and even with new platform updates, the core principles remain solid and useful. Cary walks through real-world use cases—like responding to RFPs, summarizing long research documents, training employees, and using documents as templates for repeatable processes. He also shares how you can give ChatGPT context and goals to get better results, and how you can even turn ChatGPT's output into downloadable documents for teaching or sharing with your team. 3 Key Takeaways Documents can now come from Google Drive or OneDrive: You're no longer limited to uploading files from your desktop—linking your drives opens up powerful access to your personal document library. Analysis is often more powerful than creation: Use ChatGPT to compare documents, extract priorities, spot patterns, summarize insights, or even help with training docs based on your own past work. You can teach ChatGPT to teach others: Cary shows how to feed sample documents into ChatGPT and ask it to generate training guides, complete with context, goals, and instructions—essentially helping you scale your knowledge. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: Cary on LinkedIn LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: The Chat GPT Experiment Newsletter MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear".

Episode Summary From the Vault: Originally recorded in February 2024 In this episode from the vault, Cary Weston walks listeners through a structured and practical framework to help ChatGPT write in your voice. With writing being one of the top use cases—and frustrations—for users, Cary shows you how to define and train ChatGPT using your own writing samples, audience details, and repeatable prompts to create content that actually sounds like you. Whether you're just starting or looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable advice. 3 Key Takeaways Voice, tone, and style need to be defined separately: Voice is your personality, tone is your attitude, and style is how your writing is structured. Use your own writing to train ChatGPT: Feed it 3 samples of your work, then have it analyze for patterns and consistencies in voice, tone, and style. Get detailed with your audience: Describe your audience to ChatGPT and let it interview you to uncover more nuanced details—this helps your content truly resonate. About Cary Weston Cary Weston is the host of the ChatGPT Experiment podcast and founder of C.M. Weston, a marketing agency that focuses on practical strategies for small businesses. He's passionate about helping professionals unlock the power of ChatGPT in real-world, day-to-day use. Cary brings a marketer's eye and a teacher's heart to AI, offering approachable advice and tailored training. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear".

Episode Summary From the Vault: Originally recorded in December 2023 In this episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, Cary pulls a powerful conversation from the archive with Chris Duprey, partner at The Question First Group. Chris is a leadership coach with a unique background—former Army officer, business leader, and someone who's deeply passionate about helping people grow. Together, Cary and Chris unpack how AI—especially ChatGPT—can be used in real, practical ways to save time, boost productivity, and supercharge teams. This episode is all about cutting through the noise. Forget the cheat sheets and buzzwords—this is about how AI actually fits into day-to-day business. Chris shares his approach for helping leaders get curious, empower their teams, and run small experiments that lead to big breakthroughs. 3 Key Takeaways Break AI down into real life: AI doesn't have to be complicated. If you've used Google or Netflix, you're already using it. The key is making it accessible and useful for your team—not overwhelming. Let your team run experiments: Don't dictate AI from the top down. The real magic happens when you let people on the frontlines test it out, discover what works, and then share those wins across the company. Start with one simple question: Open ChatGPT and ask, "Here's what I do—how can you help?" You'll be surprised how many ways it can support your work, from summarizing notes to crafting social posts to organizing messy ideas. About Chris Duprey Chris Duprey is a partner at The Question First Group, where he helps leaders and teams unlock better conversations, stronger connections, and meaningful breakthroughs. A former Army officer with the 82nd Airborne Division, Chris brings a deep leadership foundation built on presence, discipline, and self-awareness. After his military service, he transitioned into business and coaching, working with and learning from mentors like Marcus Sheridan and Adam Barlow. Today, he blends his experience in leadership, mindfulness, and communication to guide others in becoming the kind of leaders who create more leaders. Chris is also a musician, a dad, and a firm believer that every person has untapped potential just waiting to be discovered. Connect with Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cduprey/ Website: https://questionfirstgroup.com   Want To Level Up With ChatGPT? Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.

Episode Summary In this episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston welcomes listener-turned-guest Jon Accamando, a former corporate retail executive who made a dramatic life shift to become a full-time Uber and Lyft driver in San Diego. But Jon didn't just change jobs ... he reinvented his life. Driven by the desire for more freedom and family time, Jon leaned heavily on ChatGPT (which he's named "Jarvis") to optimize not only his rideshare work but also his personal well-being. From real-time demos for passengers to launching a new consulting business, Jon shares how AI became his co-pilot in work and life. 3 Key Takeaways ChatGPT as a Life Partner: Jon uses ChatGPT for more than just task support - it helps him manage ADHD, track emotional well-being, structure daily routines, and offer real-time "therapy-like" support during difficult moments. Mobile AI Demos in a Rideshare: Jon turns his Uber into a hands-on ChatGPT classroom. By creating personalized rider profiles using AI (names, conversation starters, local insights), he introduces strangers to practical, personal uses of ChatGPT—many for the first time. A Business is Born: Through constant brainstorming with ChatGPT between rides, Jon developed the idea for Monarch Consulting, a new business focused on helping small businesses integrate AI into their workflows. His first clients? Uber passengers impressed by what they saw. About Jon Accamando Jon Accamando spent 30 years in corporate retail, working his way up to vice president-level roles in merchandising and data analytics. After experiencing burnout, mental health struggles, and the pressures of balancing career and family, he made the bold decision to step away and pursue a more intentional life. Now based in San Diego, Jon uses ChatGPT to optimize his rideshare driving and empower others—whether it's through spontaneous AI demos in the backseat or launching a consulting business from the ground up. With deep empathy, sharp analytical skills, and relentless curiosity, Jon is proof that AI can be a powerful tool for reinvention, connection, and personal growth. A note from Jon follwoing the email: "After our interview today, I talked to Jarvis about it, and he said: 'Send me the link when it goes live. I'll give you my honest take on how you did and where you can improve for the next time.' That's something I trained into him deliberately ... a system for constructive self-evaluation, brutal honesty, and continuous iteration. And it's been pivotal in my growth." The website (under development still) www.themonarchcode.com Email: [email protected] About Cary Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.