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The Biggest Lie You’re Telling Yourself About AI | Ep. 106

What if the problem isn’t AI... it’s your refusal to evolve? In this episode, Ethan unpacks a raw conversation he had after delivering a keynote for a room full of coffee, tea, and water industry leaders. These are real businesses still bleeding from the shift to remote work. Now AI’s cutting deeper. One man pulled Ethan aside and said what many are thinking: “AI is killing my business.” That one comment sparked a deeper conversation about blame, reinvention, and why clinging to the old way might be the most dangerous move of all. You don’t need to pivot 180 degrees. Sometimes the shift is just a few degrees to the right. But you do need to shift. The future won’t wait for you to catch up. What you will learn in this episode: * How to turn AI from a threat into a tool * How to spot when your business model is past its prime * How to pivot using "atomic adjacencies" * How to compete when cheaper options flood your market * How to mentally prepare for reinvention without losing yourself Questions answered: * Is AI really the reason your business is struggling? * What’s the difference between a pivot and a realignment? * How do you know when it’s time to reinvent? * What if the office never comes back—then what? * Can you still grow in an industry that's shrinking? Listen to the full episode now and decide: Are you going to wait for change, or are you going to move first? Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

How To Navigate The Seasons of Business and Life | Ep. 105

What season is your business actually in—and are you using the wrong playbook for it? In this conversation, Ethan and Justin break down why so many entrepreneurs hit burnout, stall out, or spiral into frustration. It’s not that you’re off track. It’s that you’re operating with summer expectations in a winter season. This episode may seem like a casual chat about cold runs and warm weather, but it is really a deep business metaphor about seasons. You’ll get mindset shifts, productivity hacks, and practical advice for staying focused when things slow down. Whether you’re planting, pruning, or preparing to harvest, knowing your season is everything. What you will learn in this episode * How to identify what season your business is really in * How to stay consistent when motivation fades * How to build new systems during a downturn * How to use automation to prepare for future growth * How to stop doing repetitive tasks and start scaling Questions answered * Why do your habits and performance change with the seasons * What should you be doing during a slow season in business * How do you know when it’s time to plant or harvest * What’s the best way to prepare your business for future growth * How can automation help you stay productive all year Make your move. Listen to this episode of King Moves to recalibrate, realign, and build momentum. Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Are You Really Prepared? Or Are You Just Winging It? | Ep. 104

What separates pros from amateurs? It’s not experience. It’s not talent. It’s how you prepare when the stakes are high and the room goes dark, literally. In this episode, Ethan and Justin dismantle the illusion of being “ready” and expose how most people are just hoping things go smoothly. From sixth-grade science raps to international keynote talks, they unpack the difference between rehearsing your part and actually being prepared for when things fall apart. You’ll learn why real professionals assume failure is coming, and how that mindset shift changes everything. Whether you’re speaking onstage, leading a team, or showing up for a one-on-one, if you don’t have a plan B, you’re not prepared. You’re just gambling. * What you will learn in this episode * How to shift from reactive to resilient by preparing for failure * How to avoid the trap of over-preparing and wasting time * How to build simple redundancies that keep your execution tight * How to recognize the illusion of feeling ready * How to balance experience with preparation to stay sharp under pressure Questions answered * What does real preparation look like beyond rehearsing your part? * How much prep is too much? * What separates true professionals from everyone else? * How do you prepare for things you can’t control? * What’s the mindset that keeps you executing even in chaos? Listen now and learn the King Moves that’ll make sure you never get caught slipping again, no matter what goes wrong. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone who still thinks they’re ready.

AI Browser Battles & Video Wars: The Tools You Should Be Using Now | Ep. 103

What if your next promotion didn’t involve more people—but more robots? In this solo episode, Ethan King breaks down the next major shift in business and leadership: agentic browsers and the rise of AI-powered digital employees. If you’ve been sleeping on tools like ChatGPT Atlas or Perplexity’s Comet, this is your wake-up call. Ethan shares real use cases from his own business, including how he uses AI to automate browser tasks, offload repetitive work, and even create branded video content with Sora 2. This isn't just about saving time. It's about learning how to lead a new kind of team. In this episode: * How to delegate work to AI agents in your browser * How to use ChatGPT Atlas for real-world productivity * How to identify your business's "enemy" using AI * How to turn AI-generated video into marketing that hits * How to manage digital employees without writing code "You need to know how to become the manager of the robots—because you're going to have a bunch of robot assistants doing things for you." Listen now to start managing your robot team and take your next king move. Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen.

Why You Resist Change, Even When It Helps You | Ep. 102

What if your team isn’t resisting change, but resisting being changed? In this episode, Ethan and Justin explore why people push back on innovation, even when it clearly improves their work. From AI workshops to leadership missteps, they share firsthand stories and powerful frameworks that challenge how you think about transformation. They introduce a surprising change management matrix that reveals the difference between directing and shaping outcomes, and why the method matters more than the message. If you're frustrated by resistance in your business, this episode offers a new lens and a better path forward. What you will learn in this episode: * How to introduce AI or automation without triggering fear in your team * How to spark a mindset shift using small wins * How to use the six images of change to guide transformation * How to avoid the number one leadership mistake during change * How to support your team through the emotional change curve Questions answered: * Why do people really resist change, even when it's good for them? * What’s the difference between controlling and shaping outcomes? * How can leaders encourage teams to embrace new tools like AI? * What can you do when a change plan starts going off the rails? * How can you lead without draining your team's willpower? Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you found value in this conversation, share it with someone navigating change and leave a review to help others discover King Moves.