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/

• Google Gemini  - https://ai.google/

• Anthropic Claude  - https://www.anthropic.com/

• Microsoft Copilot  - https://www.microsoft.com/copilot

• Screen capture tools (for process recording): Loom  - https://www.loom.com/  |  OBS Studio  - https://obsproject.com/

• Voice notes (for process narration): Apple Voice Memos  - https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/voice-memos-iph3c9b7742/ios  |  Google Recorder  - 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.

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

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.

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

A new podcast exploring how forward-thinking leaders can leverage AI to amplify their genius, accelerate innovation, and redefine what’s possible.

The AI-Driven Executive...Coming Soon

The AI-Driven Executive is the go-to show for visionary leaders, innovators, and forward-thinking professionals who want to harness the power of artificial intelligence to amplify their impact. Hosted by Teryl Brouillette, this podcast explores how C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts can use AI to work smarter, lead more effectively, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.

Each episode dives into real-world applications of AI — from strategy and decision-making to marketing, productivity, and creative innovation — all designed to help you operate in your highest zone of genius. Because AI isn’t here to replace great leaders… it’s here to elevate them.

Teryl Brouillette

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