AI Automations for Business
AI Automations for Business is about making AI Simple, Fun & Accessible
AI automation is transforming the way we run businesses but staying up to date and knowing how to use it effectively can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in.
Join hosts Katie and Noel every week for a relaxed, no-jargon conversation about AI and automation for business.
We break down the latest updates, debunk myths, and make AI accessible, even if you're not tech-savvy.
If you’re a business owner looking to save time, streamline workflows, and stay ahead of the curve with AI, this podcast is for you.
You can also check out our Skool community, where we help you on your automation journey and show you the automations we talk about in action. You can check this out at: https://skool.com/ai-business-club
Episodes
55 episodes
S2. Ep13 - How to Get Started With Automations (A Beginner's Guide)
Where do you even start with automations?In this episode, Katie and Noel go right back to basics and walk through three specific automations that every service-based business owner can set up from scratch no coding, no tech skills, no ex...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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34:20
S2. Ep12 - You Don't Need Tech Skills to Use AI (Here's What You Actually Need)
Think you need to be techy to use AI? Think again.In this episode, Katie and Noel break down why AI is really a communication skill, not a tech skill and why most business owners already have everything they need to get started. They wal...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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35:33
S2. Ep11 - How to Build Your Entire Business Using Claude
Can you really build an entire business using just Claude?In this episode, Katie and Noel walk through the full process step by step — from validating your business idea (and why you should always tell Claude not to just agree with you),...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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35:34
S2. Ep10 - The New Rules of Prompt Engineering in 2026
We first covered prompt engineering on the podcast almost exactly a year ago, and honestly, nearly everything we said has changed. So this week, Katie and Noel revisit the topic from scratch to break down what actually works in 2026.The ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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35:56
S2. Ep9 - Why Everyone's Moving to Claude (And How to Do It)
1.5 million people have switched from OpenAI to Anthropic, and Claude saw an 11% increase in users after the Super Bowl. So this week, Katie and I put together a complete, no-fluff guide for anyone thinking about making the move from ChatGPT to...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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26:40
S2. Ep8 - We Built an AI That Teaches Itself - In Under 24 Hours
Ever wondered what it would be like to build an AI that actually learns and improves on its own? In this episode, Noel reveals "Clyde", a self-learning AI agent he built in under 24 hours that can hire its own team members, create its own skill...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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34:02
S2. Ep7 - Does AI Actually Save You Time? (Harvard Says… Not Really)
Does AI actually save you time, or is it just creating more work?In this episode, Katie and Noel dig into a Harvard Business Review report that found AI might not be the time-saver we all think it is. They share their own experiences of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:58
S2. Ep6 - 5 Ways to Improve Your Business Using AI in 2026
Wondering why your ChatGPT content just doesn't sound right? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel share the practical ways you can start using AI to genuinely improve your business in 2026, starting with one simple switch that will...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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31:30
S2. Ep5 - Why This Viral AI Agent Has Us Worried
Wondering what all the fuss is about with that viral AI agent taking over your YouTube feed? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot, formerly Moltbot) - the autonomous AI agent that's had three ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:13
S2. Ep4 - ChatGPT Ads Are Coming: What Business Owners Need to Know
Curious what ChatGPT's new ad platform means for your business?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down OpenAI's announcement that ads are coming to ChatGPT, what that means for the platform's 800 million weekly users...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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33:14
S2. Ep3 - Top 5 AI and Automation Tools For Small Businesses In 2026
Overwhelmed by AI tools? You're not alone. In this episode, we're cutting through the noise to bring you Noel's top 5 AI tools for small business owners in 2026 - tools we actually use every single day.Discover why Claude beats ChatGPT f...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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30:13
S2. Ep2 - Can AI Replace Your VA? A Conversation with Ashley Kay of Champagne Collective
Is AI really going to replace your virtual assistant? In this episode, Katie and Noel sit down with Ashley Kay, founder of Champagne Collective, to debunk the biggest myths circulating online about VAs and AI. Ashley runs a thriving VA and OBM ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:31
S2. Ep1 - AI in 2025: The Year Everything Changed + Our 2026 Predictions
In this episode, Katie and Noel kick off 2026 with a look back at the whirlwind that was AI in 2025. From DeepSeek sparking the reasoning model race to ChatGPT images breaking the internet with Ghibli trends, it's hard to believe how much has c...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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52:14
S1. Ep42 - Why Only 6% of Businesses Trust AI Agents (And How to Fix That)
In this episode, Noel and Katie dive into a shocking statistic from Harvard Business Review: only 6% of organisations fully trust AI agents. Despite an expected 86% increase in investment over the next two years, the trust simply isn't there.
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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25:36
S1. Ep41 - How to Create Your Own Business App Without Coding
Think creating a custom app for your business requires a six-figure budget and a team of developers? Think again. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down how AI has transformed app development from a years-long, expensive process into someth...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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27:51
S1. Ep40 - What Do Anthropic and Google's New AI Models Mean for Your Business
Wondering what Anthropic and Google's latest AI releases actually mean for your small business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the major updates from both tech giants, including Anthropic's Opus 4.5 (now 66% cheape...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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37:49
S1. Ep39 - What Does AI Automation Really Cost Your Business?
Wondering what it actually costs to implement AI automations in your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the transparent truth about AI automation costs, from DIY learning paths to done-for-you consultancy fee...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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33:51
S1. Ep38 - How to Create Custom GPTs for Your Business
Wondering how to get consistent results from ChatGPT without typing the same instructions over and over?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down custom GPTs, what they are, why they matter for business owners, and how...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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26:46
S1. Ep37 - How to Set Up Business Automations on Your iPhone
Wondering why sharing your availability feels like such a drain when it should be simple?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel tackle one of those simple but overwhelming business tasks: coordinating calendars and sharing ava...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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16:58
S1. Ep36 - OpenAI's Atlas Browser + Claude Skills: What You Need to Know
Wondering what OpenAI and Anthropic just launched that actually matters for your business?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down two major releases: OpenAI's Atlas browser and Claude's Skills feature. They explore t...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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14:44
S1. Ep35 - Make Waves 25 Recap: Every Major Update Announced at Make.com's 2025 Conference
Curious what Make.com just announced that could transform how you build automations?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the major updates revealed at Make Waves 25 in Munich, from quality-of-life improvements ava...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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36:27
S1. Ep34 - How to Choose Between Zapier, N8N and Make.com for Your Business
Confused about which automation platform to choose for your business?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel compare the big three - Zapier, N8N, and Make.com - breaking down the real costs, hidden fees, and learning curves tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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39:32
S1. Ep33 - OpenAI Dev Day 2025: Everything You Need to Know About Sora 2, AgentKit & More
Wondering what OpenAI just dropped that has everyone talking?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the game-changing updates from OpenAI's Dev Day, including Sora 2's social media-style video creation, the ne...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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36:29
S1. Ep32 - How to Create Digital Products Fast Using AI and Automation
Thinking you don't have time to create digital products?You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down how to transform your expertise into scalable income streams without getting stuck in endless perfectionism or design tw...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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19:50
S1. Ep31 - How Do You Stand Out When Everyone Uses ChatGPT for Content
Tired of creating content that sounds exactly like everyone else's? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel tackle the content crisis of 2025, where AI-generated posts have made everything look and sound the same, and what...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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