The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Cary Weston talks with Paige and Mike Wilcox, owners of Wilcox Wellness & Fitness, about how they’ve been using ChatGPT to transform their fitness business in Bangor, Maine. From launching successful marketing campaigns to building clear internal systems for coaching, Paige and Mike show how AI can streamline operations and deepen client relationships. They share real examples of how custom GPTs are accelerating their work and bringing more clarity and confidence to their team—and clients. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS * Custom GPTs act like team members. Paige and Mike created specialized ChatGPT personas like “Marketing Director” and “Wilcox Wizard” to help with content creation, client engagement, and coaching systems. * Faster execution. Paige used to spend months launching marketing campaigns. Now, with AI support, she’s able to launch a new version of their Kickstart program every 5 weeks—with better results. * Clarity builds confidence. Mike used ChatGPT to organize years of biomechanics training and client data into a clear, coachable system that’s improving team performance and client progress. ABOUT PAIGE & MIKE WILCOX Paige and Mike Wilcox are the husband-and-wife team behind Wilcox Wellness & Fitness, a personal training business in Bangor, Maine, with a franchise in Brunswick. Paige leads marketing and business development while Mike focuses on coaching systems and biomechanics training. Their commitment to helping clients move better and feel better shows up in their use of AI—not as a shortcut, but as a tool for clarity, empathy, and deeper human connection. Learn more about their work at www.wilcoxwellnessfitness.com [https://www.wilcoxwellnessfitness.com]

Episode Summary In this solo episode, Cary Weston, the ever-curious host of The Chat GPT Experiment, shares his personal and professional origin story; how a love for problem-solving and curiosity led him from deli work to launching his own agency, and eventually starting this podcast. Speaking from the road after his daughter’s track meet, Cary opens up about life as a sports dad, learning from failure, launching a business before he was 30, and how discovering ChatGPT blew his mind and redirected his career. It’s a reflective, inspiring ride through 30 years of growth, grit, and gratitude, all tied together by curiosity. 3 Key Takeaways * Curiosity is a Superpower: Cary has built his career by staying curious, whether it was learning to type after failing a college paper or diving into ChatGPT after seeing its potential. * Start Before You’re Ready: From launching his agency with no clients to figuring out video production on the fly, Cary’s story shows that action often comes before expertise. * Share What You Learn: Whether it’s helping his daughter prep for a job interview using ChatGPT or guiding podcast listeners, Cary believes in using his experience to help others improve and grow. About Cary Cary Weston is a business consultant, coach, and former agency owner who’s passionate about helping people use AI and systems thinking to work smarter. With over 30 years of experience, Cary now focuses on one-on-one and group training, helping professionals find practical, real-world ways to use ChatGPT. When he’s not podcasting or coaching, he’s probably on the road playing sports dad to his three kids. Cary’s approachable style and empathy-driven mindset make his insights relatable, actionable, and always grounded in real life.   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 [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com [https://www.PracticalMarketingShow.com] Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com [https://www.CMWeston.com] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston [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/ [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 solo episode, host Cary Weston takes listeners back to one of his most popular and useful frameworks: thinking of AI as your “amazing intern.” He shares evergreen advice and practical tips for anyone, whether you're brand new or seasoned with ChatGPT, on how to shift your mindset, get better results, and apply AI in everyday situations. Cary also shares a personal story about helping his daughter prepare for her first job interview using ChatGPT, showing how powerful the tool can be in real-world moments. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS * AI as Your Intern: Reframe ChatGPT as your “amazing intern”—capable, eager to help, but in need of clear direction and context to do its best work. * Talk to It, Don’t Prompt It: You’ll get better results when you talk to ChatGPT like a real person, offering background, goals, and asking it to clarify anything unclear before it starts working. * Use It for Real-World Scenarios: Cary’s story of helping his daughter role-play for a job interview shows just how practical and comforting ChatGPT can be when used creatively. About Cary Weston Cary Weston is the host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast, a marketing agency owner, and a passionate advocate for helping people unlock the practical power of AI. With a relatable teaching style and focus on real-life applications, Cary helps curious beginners get comfortable and confident with ChatGPT. He offers one-on-one and company-wide training sessions, using the “amazing intern” analogy to help shift how people think about and use AI tools. 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 [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com [https://www.PracticalMarketingShow.com] Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com [https://www.CMWeston.com] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston [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/ [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.

In this episode, Cary Weston sits down with Avrum Nadigel, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, author, musician, and self-proclaimed productivity nerd from Toronto. Avrum shares how he combines analog and digital tools—particularly ChatGPT—to track, reflect, and improve both his personal and professional life. From crafting a “board of directors” in ChatGPT made up of his favorite productivity thinkers to uploading journal entries and getting tailored weekly reviews, Avrum offers a fascinating, detailed look into a highly personalized system of digital reflection and growth. His enthusiasm for combining technology with introspection shines, making for a lively and thought-provoking conversation. 3 Key Takeaways * Analog + AI = Powerful Reflection Tool: Avrum blends handwritten notes with AI to track patterns, enhance his weekly reviews, and combat recency bias, creating a living system of self-awareness. * Productivity Meets Personality: He built a “virtual board of directors” within ChatGPT—including personas like David Allen and Stephen Covey—that debates his weekly performance, adding humor and insight. * Start with Curiosity: For beginners unsure how to use ChatGPT, Avrum recommends starting with a quirky question or a real-life problem and letting curiosity guide the conversation. About Avrum Nadigel Avrum Nadigel is a marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of experience, an author of three books (one co-written with his psychiatrist wife), and a passionate musician and urban sketcher. His deep interest in productivity and systems thinking led him to explore creative ways to use AI to better understand his own patterns and behaviors. Avrum is also a dedicated journaler who uses both analog tools and ChatGPT to keep track of personal growth, ensuring fun is always part of the process. Avrum's website: https://www.nadigel.com 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 [http://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY * ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com [http://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] * Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com [http://www.PracticalMarketingShow.com] * Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com [http://www.CMWeston.com] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston [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/ [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 Podcast, host Cary Weston takes a solo deep dive into a powerful real-life coaching session with a business leader he refers to as “Mark.” Mark, the president of a company, struggles with spending too much time crafting thoughtful, relationship-preserving emails—a task that can consume half his day. Cary walks listeners through the emotional and practical problem Mark faces and how he helped build a simple ChatGPT-driven writing system to relieve that pressure without sacrificing trust or tone. Along the way, Cary also shares listener feedback from across the globe, answers a listener question about ChatGPT’s handling of time, and encourages others to reclaim time from low-value tasks.   3 Key Takeaways * Busy professionals like Mark are stuck in a “mental treadmill” of repetitive, low-value tasks that steal time and energy. * Cary built a purpose-first ChatGPT system to help Mark draft emails faster without compromising on care, tone, or professionalism. * Listeners are encouraged to find their own “one thing” that ChatGPT could help with—freeing up time and mental bandwidth for more meaningful work.   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 [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY * ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com [https://www.ChatGPTExperiment.com] * Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com [https://www.PracticalMarketingShow.com] * Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com [https://www.CMWeston.com] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston [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/ [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.