The AI-Driven Executive

Evolving With AI — How Technology Is Rewiring the Way We Think, Create, and Lead

In this short but sweet, thought-provoking solo episode, Teryl dives into the evolutionary impact of AI — not just as a technological shift, but as a catalyst for rewiring the way we think, create, and lead. Drawing parallels from the wheel to the calculator, Teryl explains how every major invention has changed human capability — not by weakening us, but by redirecting our strengths. The ideas in this episode can be used to frame conversations with your team about how they are using and thinking about AI to elevate their own capabilities. Listeners will explore: * The concept of AI as a spotter, not a substitute. * The amplifier effect — why AI multiplies what's already there, good or bad. * The two mindsets: replacement vs. expansion, and how that determines your trajectory with AI. * Why visionaries and experts are uniquely positioned to thrive if they embrace AI as a partner, not a threat. * The metaphor of running a marathon — emphasizing that real growth still requires human effort, even in an AI-powered world. 🔥 Standout Quotes: “AI won’t take your job. But it will take your excuses.” “The future belongs to those who use AI to amplify their effort — not avoid it.” “It’s not replacing our intelligence — it’s giving it more range, reach, and power.”

Getting Your House in Order — How to Prepare Your Business (and Brain) for AI

In this episode, Teryl welcomes listeners back and breaks down how forward‑thinking leaders can get their businesses—and their own brains—AI‑ready by focusing on context, clean knowledge, and practical first wins. Resources Mentioned BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL:  https://co-gpt.ai/ [https://openai.com/] • ChatGPT  - https://openai.com/ [https://openai.com/] • Google Gemini  - https://ai.google/ [https://ai.google/] • Anthropic Claude  - https://www.anthropic.com/ [https://www.anthropic.com/] • Microsoft Copilot  - https://www.microsoft.com/copilot [https://www.microsoft.com/copilot] • Screen capture tools (for process recording): Loom  - https://www.loom.com/ [https://www.loom.com/]  |  OBS Studio  - https://obsproject.com/ [https://obsproject.com/] • Voice notes (for process narration): Apple Voice Memos  - https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/voice-memos-iph3c9b7742/ios [https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/voice-memos-iph3c9b7742/ios]  |  Google Recorder  - https://recorder.google.com/ [https://recorder.google.com/] Timestamps • 00:00:00 – Welcome back & mission of the show; why “AI‑ready” starts with leadership clarity. • 00:01:12 – Ditch the “plug‑and‑play” myth; treat AI like a sharp junior strategist that needs onboarding. • 00:02:28 – Context engineering > prompt engineering: what “context” actually means and why it drives quality. • 00:04:58 – Find the right first problems: repetitive work, data filtering, internal chatbots, reporting & summaries. • 00:06:20 – Build an AI reference library: organize proprietary knowledge; mind the context window; aim for clarity, not volume. • 00:09:45 – Document your processes: record your workflows, extract patterns, and turn them into SOPs AI can follow. • 00:14:26 – Define sources of truth: point AI to official docs/datasets to boost reliability. • 00:15:50 – Create an AI brief & reusable templates: objectives, audience, tone, success criteria; use custom GPTs/containers. • 00:20:03 – Set boundaries & policy: approved tools, data safeguards, publishing checks, and privacy considerations. • 00:22:05 – Wrap‑up: clarity + organized knowledge + culture beats shiny tools; CTA to connect with Teryl at CoGPT.

Leading in the Age of AI: Welcome to The AI Driven Executive

In this inaugural episode, host Teryl Brouillette, founder of Co-GPT and creative technologist, lays the foundation for The AI Driven Executive. This series is for high-performing leaders, innovators, and visionaries ready to harness artificial intelligence not as a gimmick, but as a genuine strategic ally. Teryl shares why she created the show, who it’s for, and how AI—when guided by strong human values—can become a multiplier for vision, decision-making, and influence. Rather than replacing human brilliance, AI amplifies it, helping leaders reclaim time, clarity, and creative energy to focus on what truly matters. Listeners will discover what to expect in future episodes, from tangible systems for strategic thinking to insights from executives already using AI to lead more effectively. Resources Mentioned • Co-GPT - https://co-gpt.ai Timestamps • 00:00 — Welcome and what this show is about • 00:51 — Meet your host (Teryl Brouillette) and the purpose of the series • 01:25 — The leadership shift: AI as daily consideration, not just tech • 02:15 — From tool to strategic ally; who this podcast serves • 04:00 — AI amplifies expertise; real-world leadership examples • 05:31 — What to expect: tangible takeaways, non-technical, mindset and strategy • 06:45 — Overwhelm vs. empowerment, leadership mindset, and call to action Key Takeaway AI isn’t here to replace great leaders—it’s here to amplify them. The executives who thrive in the next decade will be those who learn how to partner with AI to elevate their thinking, deepen their impact, and shape the future of leadership.

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