Bob Pulver speaks with Tyler Fisk, who is currently the co-founder of two AI consultancies, Light Magic AI and Galactic Ranch, where they design, build, and implement customized AI solutions. Tyler has a knack for seeing what’s next and seizing opportunities, and his backstory is really interesting. Bob and Tyler talk about the evolution of AI in business, the importance of responsible AI practices, and AI’s potential transform workflows and knowledge work with AI agents. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, including its impact on employment and the future of education. Tyler shares insights from his experiences with various AI projects, emphasizing the need for customization and ethical considerations in AI development. The conversation highlights the importance of AI literacy and the potential for AI to help solve many challenges facing organizations of all sizes. It's a longer episode than usual, but well worth your time. And if you are doubting whether AI can handle some of your unique use cases, this episode is a must listen.
Keywords
AI, agents, agentic workflows, automation, entrepreneurship, education, responsible AI, employment, technology, innovation
Takeaways
- AI is transforming business workflows and knowledge work.
- Customization of AI solutions is crucial for effectiveness.
- Responsible AI practices are essential for ethical development.
- AI can help scale businesses and improve efficiency.
- Education systems need to adapt to incorporate AI.
- The future of work will involve collaboration with AI.
- Understanding AI literacy is vital for professionals.
- AI has the potential to address global challenges.
- Ethics in AI development must be prioritized.
- The pace of AI advancement requires continuous learning.
Sound Bites
- "I want to get as many people involved in this space."
- "AI can help us achieve some of those things."
- "They didn't think it could be done."
- "There's no time like right now to begin."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Tyler Fisk
02:55 The Evolution of AI in Business
05:56 Understanding AI Workflows and Adoption
08:55 The Role of AI in Knowledge Work
11:50 Ethics and Responsibility in AI Development
14:57 AI's Impact on Employment and Workforce Dynamics
17:53 The Future of AI and Education
20:51 Agentic Workflows and Real-World Applications
24:11 The Importance of Customization in AI Solutions
26:56 Final Thoughts on AI's Potential and Challenges
Tyler Fisk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyfisk
Light Magic AI: https://www.lightmagic.ai/
Maven course: https://maven.com/sara-davison/scale-with-aiworkflows-foundations
For advisory work and marketing inquiries:
Bob Pulver: https://linkedin.com/in/bobpulver
Elevate Your AIQ: https://elevateyouraiq.com
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