AI Automations for Business

Back in Episode 40 we promised to report back on how our new website was performing in AI search, and then we forgot. A few of you noticed (thank you), so here are the results. In the six weeks since we rebuilt makeautomations.ai and changed our AI search strategy, we’ve been cited in Google’s AI results over 1,000 times. Before that, it was once or twice a month. Our Google search impressions have gone from a flat line to 10,000, and AI assistants like ChatGPT and Perplexity are now sending ...

Last week was a bad week for the internet. As AI models get smarter, they're getting better at finding the weak spots in the code we all rely on, and last week several of those weak spots were exploited at once. The biggest was a flaw in PHP, the coding language behind around 70% of the internet, including WordPress, WooCommerce stores, web apps and even government services. The flaw had existed for over a decade, but AI found a multi-step way to exploit it that could expose login credentials...

Claude isn't an image or video generator, but it can make consistent, on-brand graphics for your business. Noel has been doing it for the last two months, and it's how every visual for Make Automations now gets made. He walks through the new design system feature in Claude: what to feed it (your website, brand colours, fonts and even a full brand HTML file), what it pulls out (typography, spacing, shadows, components and image assets), and how one click in a new chat means every image after t...

Don't let the word "code" put you off. If you can chat to Claude and describe what you want, you can build your own business website with Claude Code. We've just rebuilt the Make Automations website this way, and Noel walks through exactly how we did it. The full site came together in around four hours (most of which was Claude working while Noel had his dinner). It includes its own content management system, branded Stripe payment pages, and SEO and AI search optimisation that took us to ove...

OpenAI's Dev Day had live demos that didn't work and a livestream that crashed, but there were still plenty of announcements. Noel goes through the ones that matter for business owners. The headline release is Dots, a personal assistant agent that learns your routine, connects to your email and calendar, and will soon be able to text you and even call you. There's also Spaces for collaborating with your team on pages, slides and tasks inside ChatGPT, GPT 6.1 Sol, and an Ultra Fast mode locked...

AI and automation can transform a small business. Done badly, they can cost you money, expose your data, or land you in legal trouble. Noel shares the five pitfalls he sees most often, and the ones with the biggest impact on the businesses that fall into them. Buying the solution before you understand the problem (and why that "million pound AI funnel" on Instagram won't work for a business with 500 followers). Paying someone to build automations you don't actually own, so they all switch off...

The ads are everywhere. Come up with an app idea, build it, and launch it, all in a single day. Katie's seen them across every platform and now they've made it into her inbox too, and she's calling BS. So she put it to Noel, who's been building apps for himself and for clients for years. His answer starts as a yes and no, and becomes a flat no the moment Katie clarifies these are customer-facing apps being pitched to solo service business owners. The rest of the episode is what those ads leav...

Every major AI lab in America has agreed they should slow down frontier development. Even Musk's xAI signed up to it. Sounds like a big deal, and for the labs it is. But Noel's take is that for the vast majority of business owners, it changes precisely nothing. The agents most of us are running aren't operating anywhere near the pinnacle of what AI can do. They're writing content, reviewing documents and handling repetitive work, and none of that is affected by OpenAI taking longer between re...

If your AI content sounds generic, it's because you're feeding it generic input. Katie gets on her soapbox this week about the "1000 viral hooks" and "500 content prompts" downloads flooding everyone's feeds, and why they'll never work: they were written by AI in the first place, thousands of other people have the same file, and the moment you feed them into your LLM it starts writing like someone else instead of you. Instead, she walks through where your content ideas should actually come fr...

Right now, over 90% of websites have no way for an AI agent to actually use them. That's about to become a problem. In this episode, Noel explains WebMCP: a way of exposing tools on your own website so AI agents can search, filter, book and buy directly, instead of scraping your page code and guessing. He compares it to the moment the iPhone launched and everyone scrambled to make their sites responsive, and backs it up with his own test: the same task took computer use over two minutes, and ...

There's nothing more frustrating than getting excited about an AI agent, only to find it's either way above your technical level or far too basic to do what you need. In this episode, Noel breaks the agent landscape into three tiers and matches each one to a skill level. Agent systems like Cowork and ChatGPT Work are the beginner starting point, already included in your subscription, but they carry a risk most people haven't considered. Agent builders like Clyde, Grokbot, Make.com, Zapier and...

There's a lot of misinformation flying around about Anthropic's new AI watermarking, so Noel breaks down what it actually is. It isn't hidden code you can delete. The watermark is the words themselves and the statistical order they come out in, which means copying your text into a Google Doc and pasting it elsewhere won't shake it off. Noel explains how it works, why it's driven by EU law, which models it applies to and when, the API Anthropic is about to release so anyone can check whether t...

Do you actually need to pay for ChatGPT or Claude? A listener asked when it's time to stop using a free account and upgrade, so Noel and Katie go through both platforms feature by feature. What you get free on ChatGPT (which is more generous than most people realise), what Claude holds back on its free tier including projects, extended research and the ability to top up your usage, and which models you're limited to on each. They also compare the business and team plans, per-seat pricing, and...

Most people open Claude, start typing, and never touch the settings that would make it ten times more useful. Answering questions from a few listeners, Noel walks through how to set up a Claude account properly as of August 2026. He starts with the instructions box hidden in your general settings (the single change that makes the biggest difference), then covers how the memory system now works and how to stop it getting polluted, the incognito ghost mode for chats you don't want remembered, c...

Tired of explaining your business to AI over and over again? In this episode, Noel answers a listener question from Fee in Perth, Australia: how do you set up Claude to handle every part of running a membership, social media, emails, content, community and customer service without re-entering the same information every single time? He walks through Projects and their instructions, how Claude Skills act as your reusable process documents, the brand new Record a Skill feature that watches your ...

Would you trust a Chinese AI model with your business data? In this episode, Noel and Katie dig into Kimi K3 from Moonshot AI and Alibaba's Qwen 3.8, the new Chinese models that have snuck into the gap between GPT 5.6 Sol and Fable 5, at a third of the price. Noel explains what they're brilliant at, from stunning 3D websites to acing the Clyde Bench with a perfect score, and the data security risks every business needs to weigh up before switching, including what Chinese cybersecurity laws co...

Could OpenAI's latest updates be enough to tempt a die-hard Claude fan away from Anthropic? In this episode, Noel and Katie break down every major OpenAI update from July 2026: the new GPT 5.6 models (Sol, Terra and Luna), ChatGPT Work for creating documents, presentations and dashboards from your business data, the new browser control features, Sites for building internal tools, and GPT Live, the much more human-sounding voice agent that can multitask in the background. They also discuss why...

Why do AI agents work brilliantly for some people and fail completely for others? After spotting a viral LinkedIn post claiming AI agents "confidently fail" every time, Noel breaks down the five real reasons agents go wrong and how to build one that actually works. From choosing the right platform (and why Make.com beats n8n for reliability) to picking the correct AI model as your agent's brain, nailing your system prompt and tool descriptions, testing and iterating over time, and knowing whe...

What if you could set up an AI agent for your business without any technical experience? In this episode, Noel reveals Clyde, the AI agent he built from scratch to help any business owner automate their operations. From creating specialist sub-teams to connecting your favourite apps, Clyde handles everything through a simple chat interface that feels just like using ChatGPT or Claude. They also cover why Clyde was built as a more secure alternative to OpenClaw, how its memory system learns yo...

What would happen to your business if you completely switched off for two weeks? In this episode, Katie and Noel share four practical automations that let you step away from your business without everything grinding to a halt. From AI-powered out-of-office emails that actually help your customers, to automated invoice chasing that stops you from awkwardly emailing clients from the beach. They also cover AI support agents that handle tickets while you're away, voice agents that answer your pho...

What happens when the most powerful AI model you've ever used gets switched off overnight? In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the Fable 5 shutdown Anthropic's most powerful public model pulled by the US government with zero warning, globally, just a week after launch. They cover what happened, why it was turned off, what Anthropic have said about the same vulnerabilities existing in every major model, and what this means for any business relying on AI. They also discuss how open-sourc...

How do you actually decide what AI tools are worth paying for? In this episode, Katie and Noel flip the format and answer the question they get asked most, how they choose what AI platforms, tools, and automations to use in their own businesses. They cover picking your core AI platform, why they left ChatGPT for Claude, how to avoid the hype and FOMO trap, and why building your own tools can cost pennies compared to premium subscriptions. They also discuss Apple's Siri upgrade with Gemini mod...

Is your website ready for AI customers? In this episode, Katie and Noel break down Google's biggest AI announcements of the year from the new Gemini 3.5 Flash model and its hidden token cost trap, to the Gemini Spark AI agent with its Agent Payment Protocol that could change how products are bought and sold online. They also cover Google Flow's multimodal video creation, the controversial AntiGravity 2.0 overhaul that upset millions of developers, and why FAQ schema on your website has never ...

Can you even remember what AI was like a year ago? In this episode, Katie and Noel look back at how dramatically AI has changed in just 12 months from eight-fingered images and constant hallucinations to building entire apps hands-free and AI that remembers everything. They cover ChatGPT's explosive growth from 400 million to 800 million users, the rise and fall of AI browsers, why vibe coding actually works now, and how computer use has changed the game. They also share a Project Clyde commu...

What if AI could actually understand your business the way you do? In this episode, Katie and Noel walk through how to train AI to know your business from the inside out. They cover Claude's memory feature, setting up projects with your company documents and processes, and connecting your business apps for live data, plus why downloading someone else's "100 viral hooks" will never beat teaching AI your own voice. They also discuss OpenAI's new text-to-speech and real-time voice agent models, ...

Where do you actually start when AI feels overwhelming? In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the three things every solopreneur should focus on when getting started with AI. They cover why the first step has nothing to do with AI tools at all, why committing to one platform beats dabbling in five, and how even a basic no-code automation can change how your business runs plus the shiny object trap, Katie's switch from ChatGPT to Claude, and why OpenAI's GPT-5 has a goblin problem. Send u...

What if the smartest AI move you can make is knowing when not to use it? In this episode, Katie and Noel go through five things AI should never do in your business. They cover refunds and customer complaints, sales conversations, community management, hiring, and client and supplier relationships breaking down exactly where AI can help with the setup but where humans need to take over. They also discuss OpenAI's GPT-5.5 release and how it compares to Opus 4.7, the generational leap in Images ...

What if you could have an AI business partner that actually keeps your data safe? In this episode, Katie and Noel properly introduce Project Clyde an AI agent platform Noel built from scratch after losing trust in the alternatives. They walk through how Clyde builds and manages teams of sub-agents through simple conversation, why it sandboxes file access and encrypts everything via Supabase, and how the security-first approach compares to Open Claw's plain text storage. They also cover ...

Think you need to be a developer to build an AI agent? Think again. In this episode, Katie and Noel walk through exactly how to build a working AI agent from scratch using Make.com — no code, no JSON, no command line. They cover choosing the right no-code platform, planning your agent on paper first, structuring system prompts with clear roles and goals, and connecting business tools via MCP servers so you don't have to add 200 individual modules. They also dig into Anthropic's latest Opus 4....

How do you qualify leads without spending 20 minutes Googling every single one? In this episode, Katie and Noel break down how to automate the entire lead qualification process using AI and no-code tools. They walk through website scraping, Instagram profile checks via Apify, LinkedIn company data, and even Companies House lookups for UK business revenue all running automatically in the background before you've even opened the email They also talk about why draft folders beat auto-send every ...

Where do you even start with automations? In this episode, Katie and Noel go right back to basics and walk through three specific automations that every service-based business owner can set up from scratch no coding, no tech skills, no experience needed. They cover booking management with AI-powered lead qualification, CRM automations that bypass expensive platform tiers, and a content scheduling setup that posts to multiple social media platforms from a simple Google Sheet. They also chat ab...

Think you need to be techy to use AI? Think again. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down why AI is really a communication skill, not a tech skill and why most business owners already have everything they need to get started. They walk through what good AI communication actually looks like, where people go wrong (being too vague, giving up after the first response, not giving enough context), and share real examples of what you can create using nothing but a clear brief and a bit of back ...

Can you really build an entire business using just Claude? In this episode, Katie and Noel walk through the full process step by step — from validating your business idea (and why you should always tell Claude not to just agree with you), to creating your brand identity with colour palettes and font pairings in artifacts, to building a full production website with Claude Code and deploying it via GitHub and Vercel. They also cover marketing and content plans using Claude Skills, and how Claud...

We first covered prompt engineering on the podcast almost exactly a year ago, and honestly, nearly everything we said has changed. So this week, Katie and Noel revisit the topic from scratch to break down what actually works in 2026. The big shift is from rigid prompt structures to what we're calling context engineering. Instead of obsessing over the perfect sentence, it's about giving AI the right information upfront. We walk through how to use one conversation purely to build context, then ...

1.5 million people have switched from OpenAI to Anthropic, and Claude saw an 11% increase in users after the Super Bowl. So this week, Katie and I put together a complete, no-fluff guide for anyone thinking about making the move from ChatGPT to Claude. We walk through the entire process step by step, from exporting your ChatGPT data and importing it into Claude, to converting your custom GPTs into Claude Skills (which are actually better, and we explain why). We cover Cowork, Projects, plugin...

Ever wondered what it would be like to build an AI that actually learns and improves on its own? In this episode, Noel reveals "Clyde", a self-learning AI agent he built in under 24 hours that can hire its own team members, create its own skills, and even problem-solve when things go wrong. We break down what Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) actually means, why it matters for business owners, and how close we really are to achieving it. Noel also eats his own words from just seven weeks ...

Does AI actually save you time, or is it just creating more work? In this episode, Katie and Noel dig into a Harvard Business Review report that found AI might not be the time-saver we all think it is. They share their own experiences of falling into the AI productivity trap — from filling saved time with more tasks, to taking on responsibilities that were never yours, to that "one last prompt" habit that means you never truly switch off. They also chat about the new Kimi 2.5 model from China...

Wondering why your ChatGPT content just doesn't sound right? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel share the practical ways you can start using AI to genuinely improve your business in 2026, starting with one simple switch that will make a night and day difference to your content. They break down why Claude outperforms ChatGPT for business writing, how AI can generate reports and proposals in minutes instead of days (including a real-world solar panel company doing exactly that), ...

Wondering what all the fuss is about with that viral AI agent taking over your YouTube feed? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot, formerly Moltbot) - the autonomous AI agent that's had three name changes in a week and is causing serious concern in the AI community. They reveal why Noel won't be installing it anywhere near his devices, how prompt injection attacks can hijack your agent, and why giving any software full system access to your ...

Curious what ChatGPT's new ad platform means for your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down OpenAI's announcement that ads are coming to ChatGPT, what that means for the platform's 800 million weekly users, and why only 5% of them actually pay for a subscription. They reveal how these ads will work differently from traditional display advertising, what OpenAI admitted about their models in yesterday's town hall, and why some power users are already making the ...

Overwhelmed by AI tools? You're not alone. In this episode, we're cutting through the noise to bring you Noel's top 5 AI tools for small business owners in 2026 - tools we actually use every single day. Discover why Claude beats ChatGPT for business writing, how Google AI Studio lets you build custom apps for free, and why Make.com offers 10x better value than Zapier. We break down what each tool does, how you can use it, and what it costs (including generous free plans). Perfect for service-...

Is AI really going to replace your virtual assistant? In this episode, Katie and Noel sit down with Ashley Kay, founder of Champagne Collective, to debunk the biggest myths circulating online about VAs and AI. Ashley runs a thriving VA and OBM agency supporting nearly 100 female-owned businesses worldwide, and she's got strong opinions about the "AI will replace VAs" narrative flooding social media. You'll discover why AI is a powerful tool but not a replacement for human strategic thinking, ...

In this episode, Katie and Noel kick off 2026 with a look back at the whirlwind that was AI in 2025. From DeepSeek sparking the reasoning model race to ChatGPT images breaking the internet with Ghibli trends, it's hard to believe how much has changed in just 12 months. They reflect on the rise of AI agents, how platforms like Make.com and N8N scrambled to keep up, and the game-changing arrival of MCP (Model Context Protocol). Plus, they discuss how AI-generated images have become so realistic...

In this episode, Noel and Katie dive into a shocking statistic from Harvard Business Review: only 6% of organisations fully trust AI agents. Despite an expected 86% increase in investment over the next two years, the trust simply isn't there. They explore what AI agents actually are, why businesses are hesitant to adopt them, and the key concerns holding companies back from cybersecurity and data quality to unclear processes and lack of skills. Most importantly, they share practical advice on...

Think creating a custom app for your business requires a six-figure budget and a team of developers? Think again. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down how AI has transformed app development from a years-long, expensive process into something you can build in hours or weeks with tools like Google AI Studio (completely free) and Claude. They reveal why small businesses are ditching expensive SaaS subscriptions to build their own apps, how to use Make.com webhooks to connect everything wit...

Wondering what Anthropic and Google's latest AI releases actually mean for your small business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the major updates from both tech giants, including Anthropic's Opus 4.5 (now 66% cheaper) and Google's Gemini 3 with its improved multimodal capabilities and deeper reasoning. They reveal why Opus 4.5 excels at agentic tool use for automations, how Gemini 3's integration into Google Docs and Sheets could change your workflow, and how you ...

Wondering what it actually costs to implement AI automations in your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the transparent truth about AI automation costs, from DIY learning paths to done-for-you consultancy fees, and all the hidden expenses in between. They reveal the real costs of the DIY route, including time investment for learning platforms like Make.com, mastering prompt engineering for predictable AI outputs, and why checking your current software prici...

Wondering how to get consistent results from ChatGPT without typing the same instructions over and over? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down custom GPTs, what they are, why they matter for business owners, and how you can build your own AI assistant without writing a single line of code. They reveal how custom GPTs can save you hours every week by eliminating repetitive tasks, why the $20 ChatGPT plan gives you access to build unlimited custom GPTs, and how you can tr...

Wondering why sharing your availability feels like such a drain when it should be simple? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel tackle one of those simple but overwhelming business tasks: coordinating calendars and sharing availability with clients. They reveal how to use the iPhone Shortcuts app (already on your phone) to automate calendar sharing in five minutes. No coding, no complex tools, just a step-by-step walkthrough that turns availability sharing into a single tap. Perfe...

Wondering what OpenAI and Anthropic just launched that actually matters for your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down two major releases: OpenAI's Atlas browser and Claude's Skills feature. They explore the privacy concerns everyone's talking about, why AI SEO suddenly became critical, and what these tools can actually do for your workflow. Perfect for business owners navigating new AI tools, teams exploring automation possibilities, and anyone wondering whet...

Curious what Make.com just announced that could transform how you build automations? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the major updates revealed at Make Waves 25 in Munich, from quality-of-life improvements available right now to game-changing features launching in 2025. They reveal how the new replay and re-run features will save you hours of testing time, why custom scenario naming makes debugging infinitely easier, and how rate limit controls built directly into...

Confused about which automation platform to choose for your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel compare the big three - Zapier, N8N, and Make.com - breaking down the real costs, hidden fees, and learning curves that nobody talks about. They reveal why Zapier's premium apps could cost you $100/month, how N8N's technical requirements might force you to hire help, and why Make's generous free plan and responsive team might be the sweet spot for beginners. Perfect for busi...

Wondering what OpenAI just dropped that has everyone talking? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the game-changing updates from OpenAI's Dev Day, including Sora 2's social media-style video creation, the new AgentKit builder, and ChatGPT's built-in apps that could replace your entire browser. They reveal the real costs behind API video generation, why AgentKit won't kill Make.com, and how booking flights through ChatGPT might actually save you hours of tab-swit...

Thinking you don't have time to create digital products? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down how to transform your expertise into scalable income streams without getting stuck in endless perfectionism or design tweaks. They reveal practical automation strategies using ChatGPT, Make.com, Canva's bulk create feature, and PageWheel to build digital products in days rather than months, whilst maintaining your brand voice and ownership. Discover why setting firm deadlines ...

Tired of creating content that sounds exactly like everyone else's? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel tackle the content crisis of 2025, where AI-generated posts have made everything look and sound the same, and what used to work simply doesn't anymore. They reveal why generic "how-to" posts and "3 tips" content are not performing as well as they used to, and share the shift to "how I" storytelling that makes your content uncopyable whilst cutting through the noise witho...

Shocked that 39% of businesses aren't even considering AI yet? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the real barriers holding businesses back from AI and automations, revealing why the costs are lower and the skills needed simpler than most people think. They share a practical three-step plan to identify repetitive tasks, choose the right tools, and measure real ROI, with examples of businesses saving 10+ hours weekly without spending thousands on consultants. Perfect ...

Wondering if you could build your own app without knowing how to code? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel demystify vibe coding, showing how plain language and AI can create everything from social media tools to booking systems in minutes, not months. They break down the exact tools, security considerations, and step-by-step process for turning your app ideas into reality, whilst avoiding the common pitfalls that could leave your project vulnerable. Perfect for entrepreneurs...

Curious about the buzz around Nano Banana? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel dive into the playful world of Nano Banana, exploring its surprising capabilities in image editing and creation. They cut through the hype to reveal practical insights on how this AI model can transform product showcases and digital art, making it a game-changer for small businesses and creators. Perfect for entrepreneurs and creatives eager to leverage AI for stunning visuals without breaking the ban...

Still spending hours writing newsletters you never get around to sending? You’re not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel share a calmer, smarter way to do email marketing, using AI and light automations to plan once, draft faster, and schedule with confidence (without switching tools or losing your voice). A simple system to repurpose content in minutes, craft subject lines that get opened, and keep your emails out of the spam folder, so you save time and stay consistent. Perfect for creat...

Struggling to keep up with discovery calls, inbox pings, and proposal chasing? You’re not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel share a calmer, smarter way to run sales and onboarding with AI, so you never miss a lead again and cut the busywork without switching tools. Perfect for founders, consultants, and agencies who want more yeses with less admin. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all. Interested in learnin...

Curious whether the latest ChatGPT release actually changes the game for your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel cut through the noise to explore what’s new, what really matters day to day, and how to get better results without longer prompts or complex setups. Expect practical takeaways on content quality, decision-making, agents and automations, rapid prototyping, and the mindset shifts that separate shiny features from real value served with their usual straight ta...

Worried about what happens to your business content in ChatGPT? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel uncover the hidden privacy settings that could be exposing your intellectual property - and exactly how to protect it. Discover why that innocent thumbs up could be sharing your entire conversation history, what really happens when someone uploads your content to ChatGPT, and the crucial settings you need to change today. Perfect for business owners, course creators, and anyone us...

Struggling to keep on top of your business tasks? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel reveal how AI can revolutionise your task management system - from basic automations to advanced AI agents that actually understand your priorities. Discover how to stop drowning in to-do lists and start getting things done with AI-powered solutions that work with Asana, Notion, Trello, and even simple Google Sheets. Perfect for busy entrepreneurs, VAs, and project managers who want to spend le...

The answer isn't as simple as yes or no. Join Katie and Noel as they explore the delicate balance between automation and authentic engagement in online communities. Find out which community tasks are perfect for automation and which ones will kill your engagement faster than you can say 'chatbot'. Packed with practical tips for membership site owners, course creators, and community managers looking to scale. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Bu...

Regular listeners will know that Noel mentions Make.com in almost every episode - and they finally sent someone to check on him! This week we're joined by Martin Hýravý from Make.com, who manages their startup programme supporting over 3,500 businesses. Martin shares invaluable insights on why AI automation is becoming essential for business success. We dive deep into developing an automation mindset, identifying what tasks to automate first and why emotional intelligence still beats AI in cr...

AI SEO is here, and it's changing everything. Join us for an in-depth conversation with Milana Thornton about optimising for ChatGPT, Perplexity, and other AI search tools. This episode covers the complete AI search strategy: customer research techniques, Reddit marketing for AI citations, blog optimisation for AI visibility, FAQ implementation, and schema markup essentials. Whether you're new to SEO or a seasoned marketer, you'll learn practical tactics to get your business featured in AI-ge...

Ever wondered about the legal side of using AI in your business? If your shaking your head, you’re not alone. In this episode of AI Automations for Business, we have a special guest, Lucy Wheeler (AKA Lucy Legal). Lucy talks about the practical considerations every business owner should know when using AI tools like ChatGPT, AI note-takers, and using automations like AI agents. Lucy breaks down complex legal concepts into actionable insights. Don't worry, this isn't about scaring ...

Ever wondered how a professional dancer from Dancing with the Stars uses AI automation? Meet Corky Ballas, the champion dancer who's also a coding enthusiast! Discover how he's revolutionising his dance studio with AI chatbots that never miss a call, automated customer journeys for his children's book launch, and Make.com workflows that save hours of manual work. Perfect for business owners looking for real-world automation examples that actually work. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: W...

This week, Katie and Noel dive into the world of brand voice training for AI tools. We're switching up our usual format (Katie's in the hot seat answering questions!) to explore why your brand voice is absolutely essential for creating AI content that actually sounds like you. From dodging those cringe-worthy ChatGPT buzzwords like "here's the kicker" to training your AI bestie to write just like you, we share the exact techniques we use to make Claude and ChatGPT sound authentically us. You'...

Tired of spending hours qualifying leads and making repetitive phone calls? Discover how AI voice agents are revolutionising business operations. Katie and Noel break down exactly what AI voice agents are, how they work, and why they're becoming essential for modern businesses. From automated lead qualification to customer service, learn how these intelligent phone systems can save you time and money while handling everything from estate agent inquiries to membership support. Plus, get a comp...

In this episode, Katie and Noel dive into the biggest AI news of the week: OpenAI's shocking $6.8 billion acquisition of Jony Ive's LoveFrom company and what this means for the future of AI hardware. Discover why the designer behind the iPhone, iPad, and iPod is joining forces with Sam Altman to revolutionise human-AI interaction. Plus, get our hands-on review of Anthropic's game-changing Claude 4 Sonnet and Opus models and why they might be better than OpenAI models for business content crea...

Join Katie and Nol as they unravel the buzzwords! This podcast episode explores the crucial differences between AI automations and agents, revealing how each can drive efficiency and innovation in your business. Learn clear definitions, use cases, and tips for selecting the right approach for your unique needs. Ready to get the most from AI? Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all. Interested in learning WebM...

Want to turn ChatGPT from a simple assistant into the backbone of your business automation? On this episode, Katie and Noel give you a step-by-step guide on using AI to automate repetitive tasks, streamline proposals and emails, and boost your productivity. Discover how to choose apps with the best integrations, avoid common pitfalls, and keep a human touch where it matters. If you’re interested in business growth, efficiency, and the future of work, don’t miss this episode! If you would li...

Go beyond just star ratings! On this AI Automations for Business episode, Katie and Noel explore how AI can turn customer reviews from Google, Trustpilot, and other platforms into powerful performance boosters. Learn to automatically analyse feedback to pinpoint specific strengths and weaknesses in your customer service, identify standout employees (and those needing support), and gain actionable insights for internal improvement. Plus, discover how analysing competitor reviews can further re...

How did Noel get into AI? In this episode of AI Automations for Business, Katie gets the full story. From discovering ChatGPT right at launch and teaching himself prompt engineering, to embracing no-code AI automation tools and building sophisticated solutions like custom chatbots. Hear about the key moments, learning curves, and why Noel believes anyone can still get ahead in the rapidly evolving world of AI. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For ...

Think AI is just ChatGPT? Think again! While AI tools are becoming commonplace, truly leveraging their power for business growth requires strategy. Join hosts Katie and Noel, along with AI and automation expert Liam Ray (RayTen.ai), as they explore how businesses can move beyond basic AI usage to implement effective automation. This episode covers: ✅ Debunking common fears about AI taking jobs and exploring the potential for new career paths. ✅ Actionable advice on getting started...

In this episode, Katie and Noel provide a practical guide to leveraging AI for smarter content marketing. Stop feeling overwhelmed and learn how to make one piece of content go further. We explore techniques for both long-form to short-form and short-form to long-form repurposing using AI automation. Get insights into using Make.com and Google Gemini for tasks like transcription, content generation (titles, posts, newsletters), and maintaining brand consistency. Ideal for any business owner l...

OpenAI just dropped a major update to its image generation capabilities within ChatGPT, and Noel hasn't stopped talking about it (especially the stickers!). But beyond the fun, how can businesses actually leverage these new visual tools? Join Katie and Noel as they explore the strengths (great illustrations!) and weaknesses (photorealism needs work) of the update. Discover a practical, step-by-step guide on how to automate an entire Etsy shop workflow – from generating AI art with tools like ...

In this episode of AI Automations for Business Owners we talk about AI chatbots and how they can be incorporated into your business. We've all seen and used a website chatbot, you may think that they're too expensive or hard to build and this is what stops you from creating your own. But the reality is that these are very inexpensive and also really easy to integrate even if you're not tech savvy. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), th...

In this episode of AI Automations for Business Owners we go through all the latest updates to AI models and automation tools. There are so many updates in the AI world at the moment, this episode focusses on the new models from Anthropic and OpenAI, we also discuss the current state of AI Agents and the new agent tools that are on the horizon. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all. Interested in learning WebMCP c...

In this episode of AI Automations for Business Owners we're exploring a way to conduct your social media research for your niche. The best thing about this is that all the tools that we discuss in the episode are free to use and have really generous account limits, allowing you to get this automation up and running without spending a penny. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all. Interested in learning WebMCP chec...

In this episode of AI Automations for Business Owners we're diving into the fascinating world of AI agents. A subject that Noel is very excited about! We share what AI agents are, how they differ from traditional AI automations, and how business owners, especially small businesses and solopreneurs, can leverage them to streamline operations. If you would like to build your own AI agent check out n8n Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For...

Today, we're delving into the world of prompt engineering with a special focus on optimising ChatGPT for your business needs. Join hosts Katie and Noel as they talk about crafting prompts that ensure the AI-generated content sounds uniquely yours. Discover the tips and techniques that can elevate your content strategy, from understanding the importance of detailed instructions and maintaining your brand's voice, to leveraging ChatGPT's full potential by using advanced tactics. Whe...

In this episode, we explore the different AI platforms for business, comparing the features, pros, and cons of DeepSeek, ChatGPT by OpenAI, and Claude. As we navigate through the evolving AI market of 2025, we'll reveal insights into how these platforms are reshaping content creation, automation, and efficiency for businesses. Remember to share your thoughts, questions, and experiences with us. Enjoy the episode! Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group...

In this episode we outline what you can expect from the AI Automations for Business podcast, introduce ourselves and our business experience. Send us Fan Mail How to find us: We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all. Interested in learning WebMCP check out webmcp.academy Check out Clyde, our multi-agent AI platform that connects to 1000+ apps and lets you build powerful automations without the complexity. Join the free Clyde Skool community t...