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  • Why You Need AI Skills (Even If You're Not in Tech)! w/Justin Flitter
    Justin Flitter is an AI expert. As the founder of AI New Zealand, he’s helped thousands of entrepreneurs, marketers, and corporate teams adopt AI tools that automate workflows, increase productivity, and scale operations.Episode Sponsor:www.podcastguest.co.nz00:00 – Intro01:41 – How Justin Flitter became a leading AI advocate in NZ02:32 – Do I need to learn AI if I’m not in tech?03:40 – What is an AI agent and how does it work in business?05:38 – Real-life examples of AI automating tasks for NZ companies07:36 – What data does AI need to be effective in small business?09:53 – AI adoption in New Zealand compared to global trends10:20 – Best AI tools for small business productivity in NZ12:29 – Is AI worth it for startups and young entrepreneurs?14:00 – Why using AI is essential to remain competitive in 202515:07 – How complete beginners can start using ChatGPT today17:12 – Top AI tools: ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Claude, NotebookLM21:25 – Ethical AI: Why Anthropic Claude is considered safest23:45 – How Google Gemini outperforms others with larger context windows26:01 – AI voice search vs Google SEO: How discovery is changing28:09 – How to get your NZ business found in AI search results30:11 – Does podcasting help you rank in ChatGPT or Perplexity?31:51 – Key SEO tips for ranking your website in AI-powered search33:14 – Why Reddit threads boost AI discoverability33:56 – Podcast guesting strategy for building AI search visibility36:41 – Can AI access YouTube videos and podcast audio?38:03 – Live demo: ChatGPT voice mode in real-world use40:44 – How to make money online using ChatGPT in 202542:48 – Best AI tools for content creation in a digital agency45:10 – Automating workflows with AI agents and custom GPTs47:15 – How AI saves 90% of time with smart business automation47:55 – The future of AI in New Zealand jobs and the workplace52:26 – What jobs will AI replace or reduce in next 2–5 years?54:42 – Why AI will improve teachers’ and nurses’ daily workflows55:44 – Final thoughts and where to connect with Justin FlitterFollow Justin:https://nz.linkedin.com/in/justinflitterFollow me: linkin.bio/minaamsoListen on: Spotify:  https://shorturl.at/hlbGMApple podcast: https://shorturl.at/UkJ8v#aitools #entrepreneurmindset #scaleyourbusiness #chatgptforbusiness #aiworkflow #businessautomation #solopreneurtools #digitalmarketingai #makepassiveincome #lowcodeai #futureofwork #voiceai #chatgptmarketing #aiagents #buildwithai #startupgrowth #aiadoption #aiinnewzealand #ai2025 #aiforentrepreneursWithout HashAI tools for business, how to use AI at work, ChatGPT for beginners, AI for entrepreneurs, AI business productivity, AI voice search strategy, New Zealand AI trends, AI integration in small business, AI agents explained, AI workflow automation, using AI for meetings, AI for content creation, AI digital workforce, AI training tools, future of AI jobs, make money with ChatGPT, AI for startups, AI marketing automation, generative AI for business, how to be found on ChatGPT, SEO for AI search, how to use AI assistants, AI podcast guest tips, Spotify:  https://shorturl.at/YW7bXTAGS (SEO METADATA)
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  • This Isn’t What You Signed Up For… Why You Will Burn Out Before Scaling (and HOW to FIX it)
    Debra Chantry-Taylor is one of only three certified EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) implementers in New Zealand and part of a global network serving over 220,000 businesses in 80 countries. With more than 20 years of experience, Debra has guided leadership teams to:• Increase annual revenue by an average of 25% within 12 months• Reduce unproductive meeting time by 20% in the first 90 days• Resolve complex stakeholder conflicts—such as an 11-shareholder meeting—in under two hours.In this podcast episode, Debra breaks down the six core EOS components that create clarity, accountability, and sustainable growth.Episode Sponsorwww.podcastguest.co.nzTimestamps00:00 – Intro02:03 – Why the perfect meeting TikTok video went viral03:01 – Achieving a perfect 10-out-of-10 meeting score every time04:50 – Addressing the elephant in the room in multi-shareholder meetings06:26 – Why entrepreneurs feel stuck even with a clear vision07:11 – How to articulate and share your business vision with the team07:55 – Turning business overwhelm into genuine time freedom10:24 – How clarity becomes the turning point for near-collapse companies11:39 – Global EOS adoption statistics and New Zealand implementer overview14:30 – Essential EOS framework: six components to scale sustainably15:56 – Defining your vision using the Vision Traction Organiser tool17:21 – Getting the right people in the right seats with GWC criteria19:18 – Building a weekly scorecard for data-driven performance tracking28:14 – Using the Issues Solving Track to uncover and solve root causes34:01 – Simplifying core processes for scalable and trainable operations37:49 – Balancing visionary leadership with effective process management40:23 – Avoiding family-time regrets: Deborah Chantry Taylor’s personal why43:02 – Lessons from entrepreneurial failures: mergers and event space pivots47:23 – How EOS implementation boosted client revenue by 23 % and profit by 53 %49:49 – Why bringing in the right person early accelerates business growth52:15 – Where to find Deborah Chantry Taylor’s coaching and EOS resourcesFollow Debrahttps://debrachanrytaylor.comhttps://bbbl.pub/OrgCheckUpFollow Mina https://linkin.bio/minaamsoWatch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotesFromTheExecutivePodcast
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  • Ex-Finance Exec Exposes Banking's Dirty Secrets | Sam Stubbs
    Episode Sponsor:www.podcastguest.co.nzSam Stubbs is a former investment banker, now rebel architect of one of New Zealand's boldest financial revolutions. Co-founded Simplicity, a nonprofit KiwiSaver fund managing $8.25 billion NZD, aiming to fund $12 billion to build thousands of homes in the next decade.Follow Sam Stubbs:https://simplicity.kiwiFollow Me:linkin.bio/minaamso Watch more episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotesFromTheExecutivePodcastListen on: Apple podcast – https://shorturl.at/UkJ8vSpotify – https://shorturl.at/YW7bX
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  • The $3.2 Billion Veterinary AI Secret No One Told You
    Steve Merchant is a veterinarian-turned entrepreneur, co-founder of Pet Doctors (a roll-up of 30+ clinics generating NZD $30–40 million in revenue), founder of a nationwide vet nurse academy and the IndieVets, and now CEO of ClinicWise, an AI-powered “digital vet nurse” platform live in nine countries.Episode Sponsor ▶️ www.podcastguest.co.nzWatch On YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@NotesFromTheExecutivePodcastTime Stamps00:00 Intro02:15 Why you need to listen to the episode till the end 3:30 The start of Steve Merchants Journey 05:00 Decision making in business - buying my first practice09:15 How Steve Merchant launched Pet Doctors11:35 The best decision Steve Merchant has made in Pet Doctors12:55 The worst decision Steve Merchant has made in Pet Doctors17:15 The trend Steve Merchant spotted that made him millions26:40 How Steve Merchant marketed Pet Doctors to scale37:55 A real bad mistake and what it taught Steve Merchant43:35 How many pet doctor clinics were there in total?45:30 How do you spend time on your business to grow it?47:55 The value of NZ Pet Doctors before it was sold?48:30 How to spot an opportunity that makes an extra $5000 a year in 5min54:00 How to stay competitive as a brand to buy into through brand awareness56:12 AI agent startup - AI vet nurse agent nz01:09:57 What does the future hold with AI agents Follow Steve: @stevemerchantFollow me: linkin.bio/minaamsoEpisode Sponsor ▶️ www.podcastguest.co.nzvet practice management software, best veterinary chatbot, ai appointment scheduling software, automate vet clinic bookings, digital vet customer service, veterinary software solutions, how to automate pet clinic, online vet triage tool, ai pet care platform, vet clinic automation tools
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  • 5 Brutal Mistakes Successful People Had To Make (So You Don’t Have Yo)
    This episode is a collection of our most impactful moments on Notes From The Executive. I picked moments that I personally felt you should watch, revealing the most brutal mistakes some of my guests have made in their businesses. So you don't make them yourself. Episode Sponsor - Podcast Guest:If you're thinking of becoming a guest on the show or fine tune your guesting skills, download this Ebook Guide on how to Become a Memorable Podcast Guest.Follow Me:https://www.instagram.com/notesfromtheexecutivepodcast/Time Stamps● Dominic Sutton – Mistakes 00:30 What are the biggest mistakes you made?02:00 What I learnt from a $1.2m dollars business mistake03:30 How different would Dominic do to avoid this mistake04:30 How he got out of this mess05:56 Biggest business owners make07:00 Could any 28 year old start a business and not fail?10:00 What do you need to grow your business and scale? (how to scale)● Wyndi Tagi – Mistakes13:00 How to scale a business15:00 The mistake she made hiring the wrong person ● Josh Comrie – Worst decisions25:00 The worst decisions Josh Comrie made29:00 Behind the mistake, the anatomy of what Josh did that made that mistake32:55 The lessons learned from this mistake● Lloyd Budd – Mistakes35:07 Early business mistakes and ambition overloadExplore the most brutal business mistakes on Notes From The Executive, featuring Dominic Sutton’s $1.2 million loss, Wyndi Tagi’s hiring misstep, and Josh Comrie and Lloyd Budd’s worst decisions—and discover how they recovered. Packed with actionable entrepreneurial lessons, scaling strategies and tips to avoid common business pitfalls, this episode is essential for startup founders, small business owners and anyone seeking real-world insights on how to scale your business, dodge costly errors and achieve sustainable growth.
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Notes from The Executive tells the incredible stories behind the business success of the movers and shakers of local world - New Zealand. The business thinkers, CEOs, founders, creatives, disruptors and doers who are reshaping industries and rewriting the rules. Unscripted. Unedited. You will learn the lessons, failures, mindset, philosophies and practical actionable know-how on how they did it to get ahead. So you can think bigger and differently and achieve more success in business and life. Hosted by Founder & Journalist Mina Amso.
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