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  • Solopreneur's Guide to AI-Powered Social Media Automation

    Solopreneur's Guide to AI-Powered Social Media Automation
    Nov 11 2025
    Are you spending hours manually responding to social media comments while your potential customers slip away because they never clicked that bio link? What if every comment could instantly become a direct message with your personalized link - automatically turning engagement into revenue while you focus on creating? Here's the thing: most solopreneurs are trapped in manual social media management, responding to comments one by one and hoping someone will take action. Meanwhile, AI can analyze every interaction, craft authentic responses, and convert casual commenters into paying customers - all without you touching your phone. Imagine your social media working like a 24/7 sales assistant that never sleeps and never misses an opportunity. Today I'm excited to introduce Jeff Dwoskin, founder of Stampede Social and a fascinating example of how unconventional backgrounds create breakthrough solutions. Jeff spent years as a comedian understanding what makes audiences tick, and he's channeled that insight into building AI tools that don't just automate responses - they amplify authentic connections. He's helping creators transform their social engagement into consistent revenue streams, and he's here to show you exactly how AI can become your most valuable business partner. The AI Hat Podcast host Mike Allton asked Jeff Dwoskin about: ✨ AI Revenue Conversion: Transform every social media comment into a direct sales opportunity through intelligent automation that sends personalized links straight to interested prospects' DMs. ✨ Smart Engagement Scaling: Use AI analysis to identify your most valuable interactions and automate responses that maintain authenticity while freeing up hours of manual work daily. ✨ Data-Driven Growth Strategy: Leverage AI-powered competitive analysis and reporting to make informed decisions about content, timing, and audience targeting that actually move the revenue needle. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Engagement Strategies 01:14 The AI Hat Podcast Introduction 02:44 Challenges of Manual Social Media Management 03:29 Guest Introduction: Jeff Dwoskin of Stampede Social 04:18 From Comedy to AI: Jeff's Journey 04:35 The Art of Audience Engagement 09:57 Automating Social Media Interactions 11:13 The Problem with Link in Bio 15:01 Benefits of AI-Driven Engagement 16:15 Introducing Stampede Social 19:16 Balancing Automation with Authenticity 24:47 Leveraging AI for Content Creation 25:13 Using AI for Podcast Show Notes 27:47 Competitive Analysis with AI 31:14 Automated DM Systems and Engagement 34:33 AI-Powered Data Reporting 35:41 Effective Social Media Strategies 42:56 Future of AI in the Creator Economy 45:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about Jeff Dwoskin Connect with Jeff Dwoskin on LinkedIn Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode Stampede Social Jenn Herman Agorapulse Notion Otter.ai Magai Grab the free Scalability Audit and find your leaky buckets Follow Mike Allton on Instagram and get more AI tips Explore past episodes of the The AI Hat Podcast podcast Show Notes & Full Transcript: https://theaihat.com/solopreneurs-guide-to-ai-powered-social-media-automation/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 m
  • How to Build a 6-Figure Business Working Just 25 Hours a Week with AI

    How to Build a 6-Figure Business Working Just 25 Hours a Week with AI
    Nov 4 2025
    What if everything you believe about building a successful business is actually keeping you trapped? Most solopreneurs think more hours equals more money, but they're stuck in what I call the "hamster wheel of hustle" – running faster and faster while getting nowhere because they're doing everything manually. You become the bottleneck in your own business, and no matter how talented you are, there are still only 24 hours in a day. But what if you could flip the script entirely and build a thriving 6-figure business working just 25 hours a week? Today marks our 100th episode milestone, and I've brought you someone who's living proof this isn't just possible – it's proven. Meet Tim Cortinovis – a man who's been working with AI for 35 years and has cracked the code on anti-hustle entrepreneurship. Tim is a bestselling author of six books, including "Agentic Sales: AI and the Future of Sales," and he's recognized as a Top 10 Thought Leader in Agentic AI. But here's what makes Tim remarkable: he's built a 6-figure consulting business that runs almost entirely on autopilot, requiring just 25 hours of his time per week. His newsletter runs completely hands-free with 40% open rates, and he's created an AI assistant named "Rick" who handles all customer communications. Tim isn't just talking about the future of AI in business – he's living it every single day. The AI Hat Podcast host Mike Allton asked Tim Cortinovis about: ✨ AI-First Mindset: Shifting from viewing AI as a tool to seeing it as your business partner and primary operating system. ✨ Automation Architecture: Creating interconnected systems that handle research, content creation, customer communications, and lead nurturing without constant oversight. ✨ Strategic Time Investment: Understanding that working fewer hours requires more upfront planning and system design, but pays exponential dividends in freedom and scalability. Grab the free Scalability Audit and find your leaky buckets Follow Mike Allton on Threads and get more AI tips Explore past episodes of the The AI Hat Podcast podcast Show Notes & Full Transcript: https://theaihat.com/how-to-build-a-6-figure-business-working-just-25-hours-a-week-with-ai/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: The AI Debate 02:16 Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:38 The Anti-Hustle Business Model 03:14 Meet Tim Cortinovis: AI Pioneer 04:13 Tim's Journey with AI 06:26 Automating Business Operations 10:21 AI Tools and Techniques 21:15 Maintaining Human Connection in an AI-Driven World 35:55 Challenges and Overcoming Them 40:42 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 m
  • Are you training your AI, or is your AI training you?

    Are you training your AI, or is your AI training you?
    Nov 1 2025
    Ever feel like you're spending more time teaching your AI tools how to work than actually getting work done? You're not alone. In this week's AI Hat Dispatch, I share the brutal moment I realized I'd become an unpaid trainer for yet another "revolutionary" AI video tool - and the eye-opening lesson that changed everything about how I approach AI in my business. If you've ever found yourself jumping between a dozen different AI platforms, each demanding you learn their language and work around their limitations, this episode is for you. We'll explore why the most successful solopreneurs don't actually use more AI tools - they use fewer, better, and smarter ones. More importantly, I'll show you the difference between being your AI's assistant versus being its boss, and why that shift is the key to finally building systems that work FOR you instead of against you. This isn't about adding another tool to your stack. It's about becoming the architect of your own AI-powered business. Join the AI Solopreneur OS community at https://theaihat.com/aisos CHAPTERS 00:00 The Harsh Reality for Solopreneurs 03:08 The AI Paradox: Tools or Chains? 03:23 The Early Railroad Analogy 03:31 Designing Systems Around Human Expertise 03:38 The Secret to Successful Solopreneurship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 m
  • AI for Introverts: Your Unfair Advantage

    AI for Introverts: Your Unfair Advantage
    Oct 28 2025
    As a solopreneur, have you ever felt like your energy is your most limited resource? You can handle the client work, the creative thinking... but it's the constant pressure to be "on"—the networking, the social media, the self-promotion—that leaves you completely drained. It's a frustrating trap. You know you need to be visible to grow, but the very act of putting yourself out there feels like a performance that goes against your nature. You end up thinking that to succeed, you have to become someone you're not: a loud, extroverted marketer. So you hit a wall, convinced that your quiet nature is a business liability. But what if that's completely wrong? What if your introversion is actually your unfair advantage? Today, we're going to flip the script and show you how to use AI to build a business that doesn't just accommodate your introverted strengths, but is actively powered by them. And there is no one better to guide us through this than Goldie Chan. Goldie is known as the "Oprah of LinkedIn" for a reason - she's a world-renowned keynote speaker, a contributor to Forbes, and the founder of a top-tier social media strategy agency that's worked with major brands. She is a master of building powerful personal brands, and with her new book for introverts, she's the perfect expert to show us how to stop fighting our nature and start using it to win. The AI Hat Podcast host Mike Allton asked Goldie Chan about: ✨ Identify Your Superpowers: Pinpoint the natural strengths of introverts that are critical for business success. ✨ Build Your AI Co-Pilot: Learn how to automate the marketing and networking tasks that drain your energy. ✨ Scale Without Small Talk: Discover a practical framework for growing your business authentically. Learn more about Goldie Chan Connect with Goldie Chan on LinkedIn Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode Personal Branding for Introverts H.U.M.A.N. Framework for AI Adoption Acrobat Studio AI as Your Co-Host: Unleashing NotebookLM’s Potential in Content Marketing Notion Custom GPTs for Marketers: Work Smarter, Not Harder Build your first AI assistant, an AI Work Buddy GoldieChan.com Diagnostic Quiz Explore past episodes of the The AI Hat Podcast podcast Chapters: 00:00 The Power of Automating the Right Tasks 01:16 Introduction to The AI Hat Podcast 02:45 The Struggles of Solopreneurs and Introverts 03:27 Meet Goldie Chan: The Oprah of LinkedIn 04:13 Goldie's New Book and the Writing Process 06:12 Introvert Superpowers in Business 14:03 AI Tools for Introverts 22:24 Content Creation Strategies for Introverts 30:34 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways 35:14 Conclusion and Resources Show Notes & Transcript: https://theaihat.com/ai-for-introverts-your-unfair-advantage/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 m
  • The Single AI Tool You Need (and the 5 That Are Stealing Your Time) - A Saturday Short

    The Single AI Tool You Need (and the 5 That Are Stealing Your Time) - A Saturday Short
    Oct 25 2025
    Paying for eight different AI tools but only using two of them? Feeling guilty every time you see those subscription charges hit your credit card? You're not alone - and you're not broken. You're experiencing what I call "AI ADHD": Tech Overwhelm masquerading as opportunity. In this Saturday Short, I walk you through the exact 4-step audit I use with my clients to eliminate the subscriptions stealing their time, money, and mental energy. You'll learn how to identify the one AI tool that actually matters for your business, and more importantly, how to transform it from a generic assistant into a strategic digital teammate who knows your business inside and out. In This Episode: Why "AI ADHD" is costing you more than money (and how to break the cycle) The 4-step tool audit that reveals exactly which subscriptions to kill How to identify your single anchor tool - and why depth beats breadth every time The critical difference between having AI tools and having an AI teammate A real case study: How one consultant eliminated overwhelm and built a streamlined system This episode is for you if: You have more than 5 AI subscriptions but can't remember the last time you used half of them You feel guilty about "wasting money" on tools you meant to explore You're constantly switching between platforms and losing focus You want a clear, actionable plan to simplify your tech stack TODAY Resources Mentioned 🔧 AI Work Buddy Turn your existing LLM into a strategic business partner with custom training → theaihat.com/aiworkbuddy 💬 Join the Conversation If you could cancel just ONE subscription right now, which would it be? Reply to my next email or message me on Threads @Mike.Allton Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The AI Overload 02:13 The Real Cost of Too Many Tools 03:39 The Four-Step Process to Simplify Your AI Stack 05:45 Transforming Your AI Tool into a Teammate 08:31 Action Steps and Resources 09:43 Conclusion and Next Steps Show Notes & Transcript: https://theaihat.com/the-single-ai-tool-you-need-and-the-5-that-are-stealing-your-time/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • Beyond the Hype: A Real CEO's Practical AI Playbook You Can Copy with Ron Callis

    Beyond the Hype: A Real CEO's Practical AI Playbook You Can Copy with Ron Callis
    Oct 14 2025
    Are you tired of hearing about AI being the future while having no clue where to actually start today? Feeling overwhelmed by all the AI tools, platforms, and promises that seem more like science fiction than practical business solutions? You're not alone – and frankly, most of the AI advice out there is either too technical, too expensive, or just plain too theoretical for real business owners trying to run profitable companies. Here's the problem: Everyone's talking about AI transformation, but nobody's showing you the actual playbook that works whether you're running a 90-person agency or working solo from your kitchen table. You're being sold on massive enterprise solutions when what you really need is someone to say, 'Here's exactly how I use ChatGPT 20 times a day to make better decisions, write better emails, and run my business more efficiently - and here's how you can adapt these same systems even without a team.' Well, today we're solving that problem once and for all. I'm bringing you Ron Callis Jr., CEO and Co-Founder of One Firefly, a marketing powerhouse that serves technology integrators across North America. Ron isn't just talking about AI – he's living it daily. This is the guy who's built custom GPTs for project management, uses AI for everything from podcast preparation to employee reviews, and has systematically integrated AI into his leadership workflow without losing the human touch that built his business. Ron was recognized as a CE Pro Masters Class honoree for his industry contributions, has mentored robotics teams, and has been building and scaling businesses for over two decades. But what makes him perfect for today's conversation is that he's not selling you AI dreams – he's going to share the exact tools, prompts, and processes he uses every single day to lead his team and grow his business. The AI Hat Podcast host Mike Allton asked Ron Callis about: ✨ Start Where You Are: Begin with one daily AI workflow that eliminates your biggest time drain - Ron shows how his email system works with or without an assistant ✨ Systems That Scale With You: Learn how to build AI workflows that work solo today but can grow with your business tomorrow ✨ Practical Over Perfect: See real examples of AI implementation that prioritize results over complexity - no technical degree required Learn more about Ron Callis Connect with Ron Callis on LinkedIn Resources & Brands mentioned in this episode One Firefly What Is a Custom GPT? A Non-Technical Guide to Building Your Own How I Used AI Research to Transform My Solopreneur Business in Days Fathom.ai AI Digital Clone: How to Augment Your Team’s Expertise with George B. Thomas Magai Matt Wolfe on YouTube Isar Meitis AI Primer: A Comprehensive Guide Explore past episodes of the The AI Hat Podcast podcast Full Transcript & Show Notes: https://theaihat.com/beyond-the-hype-a-real-ceos-practical-ai-playbook-you-can-copy/ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to AI in Daily Workflow 02:21 Welcome to The AI Hat Podcast 02:43 The Realities of AI Implementation 03:36 Introducing Ron Callis Jr. 04:33 Daily AI Workflow of a CEO 08:04 Using AI for Emails and Social Media 08:56 Creating Custom GPTs for Efficiency 17:57 The Power of AI in Personal Life 24:08 Mentoring and Coaching at One Firefly 25:34 Creating the Ron Bot: A Knowledge Base Initiative 29:21 Introducing AI in Business Operations 30:30 The AI Council: Formation and Impact 35:25 Personal Insights and Future of AI 40:50 Advice for Business Owners on AI Adoption 47:55 Conclusion and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Your Business Doesn't Need Another Plan (A Saturday Short)

    Your Business Doesn't Need Another Plan (A Saturday Short)
    Oct 11 2025
    The traditional business plan is an artifact. For a solopreneur, it's a static anatomical chart for a living, breathing patient—a trap that creates more paralysis than progress. In this first-ever "Saturday Short," Mike Allton reveals why your business doesn't need another plan; it needs a new operating system. Discover why you feel "successfully stuck" and how to shift from being the overworked handyman in your business to its empowered Architect. This is the philosophy behind The Master Blueprint, our new framework for turning your static plan into a living, diagnostic tool. Get the free interactive workbook and start building your Master Blueprint today: https://theaihat.com/blueprint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • You're Not Lazy - You're Cognitively Bankrupt with Mike Allton

    You're Not Lazy - You're Cognitively Bankrupt with Mike Allton
    Oct 7 2025
    You sit down at 9 AM ready to tackle your big strategic projects. By 9 PM, you're exhausted but your important work remains untouched. You've been busy all day, but what do you have to show for it? This isn't laziness. It's not poor time management. It's cognitive bankruptcy - and it's costing you 70% of your productive capacity. In this episode, I break down the hidden "Admin Tax" that's silently draining your mental energy and keeping you stuck in reactive mode. You'll discover why the solution isn't working harder or managing your time better - it's about protecting your attention and designing smarter systems. Through the story of a successful solopreneur who had a PDF open for a month without reading it, I'll show you exactly how cognitive overload manifests and what you can do about it starting today. What You'll Learn: Why 70% of your time is consumed by low-value administrative work (and how to calculate your personal "Admin Tax") The Einstein principle: How history's greatest minds protected their cognitive bandwidth Why that feeling of "I'm too lazy to do this" is actually your brain doing triage The difference between being busy and being strategic How to conduct a 3-Day Admin Tax Audit to identify where your attention is bleeding out The single question that will help you eliminate repetitive cognitive drain Why AI should be your strategic partner, not just your task assistant Key Takeaway: Your busyness is not a badge of honor. Your exhaustion is not proof of commitment. The breakthrough comes when you stop trying to be the "doer" of everything and start becoming the "designer" of smarter operations. Resources Mentioned: Free Download: AI Tools for Content Creators - Get the exact stack of AI tools I use to automate repetitive tasks and reclaim 15-20 hours per week.👉 theaihat.com/tools Perfect For: Solopreneurs and creators who are successful but stuck, brilliant but buried under operational tasks, and ready to break free from the time-for-money trap without hiring a team. Chapters: 00:00 The Overwhelming Day of a Solopreneur 02:12 Introduction to The AI Hat Podcast 02:53 The Admin Drag: A Solopreneur's Dilemma 05:15 The Real Cost of Decision Fatigue 05:58 From Doer to Designer: A Mindset Shift 07:17 Tina's Story: Cognitive Overload in Action 14:21 Conducting Your Own Admin Tax Audit 16:04 Leveraging AI for Strategic Efficiency 17:53 Conclusion and Resources Subscribe to The AI Hat Podcast for weekly strategies on building AI-powered operations that scale your business without scaling your workweek. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 m