Hey friends!
Hope you all had a great week.
A lot happened in the AI world this week, but I’m only sharing what I think can actually move the needle for your business. Let’s dive in…
1. ChatGPT Tasks – Your New AI Employee
OpenAI just launched “Tasks,” and while everyone else is focused on what it can do today, I want to show you why this matters for the future of your business.
Think of it this way: We’re moving from “AI that talks” to “AI that acts.” Instead of just chatting, AI will start running parts of your business 24/7.
Here’s how I’m using it (and how you can copy my setup):
A. The AI Accountability Partner Setup
I’ve turned it into my personal accountability coach:
– Monday 8 AM: Reviews my weekly goals
– Every morning: Helps pick ONE priority
– Every night at 9 PM: Checks if I did it
Here’s the exact prompt I use:
“Weekly setup on Monday at 8 AM:
– Review my weekly goals: [list your goals]
– Help me break them into daily priorities
Then daily:
– Morning (8 AM): Confirm my ONE big task for the day
– Evening (9 PM): Check if I completed it and provide feedback”
Pro tip: The magic is in making your ONE thing actually move your business forward. I focus on revenue-generating activities only.
B. Smart Ways Other Entrepreneurs Are Using It:
1. Market Intelligence Briefings
– Morning updates on competitors
– Industry news that affects your bottom line
– Market opportunities you might miss
– Customer sentiment tracking
2. Business Development
– Follow-up reminders for sales calls
– Deal progress tracking
– Networking prompt schedule
– Lead nurturing sequences
3. Content & Marketing
– Content calendar management
– Social media post scheduling
– Email campaign reminders
– Analytics review prompts
The real opportunity? Tasks is OpenAI’s test run for true AI agents. In 6-12 months, this same system will likely:
– Handle customer service
– Manage your social media
– Run basic market research
– Monitor competitors
– Handle initial sales conversations
Here’s a great video for you to watch if you want to learn how to use ChatGPT tasks.
2. Grok – Elon’s Business AI
Grok just launched their web app (https://grok.com), and it’s different in ways that matter for business:
What makes it valuable:
- Real-time market data through X (Twitter) – spot trends before others
- Whole-website analysis – understand competitors faster
- Business content generation that actually sounds human
- Private mode for sensitive business research
- Shows its work so you can verify insights
The killer feature? It connects the dots between market trends, helping you spot opportunities your competition might miss.
3. Mike the Nerd (This is important though)
You all know me – when I get obsessed with something, I go ALL IN. Well, after watching Avicii’s documentary, I went down this massive rabbit hole trying to understand how he made his music so addictive. But here’s where it gets interesting: I started seeing these wild parallels between how Avicii structured his tracks and how the best writing captures attention.
Here’s why this matters right now: In a world where AI is cranking out content by the second, the ability to write in a way that actually resonates with humans is becoming a rare superpower.
Think about it – anyone can generate content, but crafting messages that make people feel something? That’s how you build real connections and sell your vision to customers. That’s what separates the noise from the signal.
Like, Avicii wasn’t just making bangers – he was literally creating emotional experiences through three key elements that map PERFECTLY to writing:
1. His tempo control = how we pace our writing and create rhythm (think about how “Levels” builds up and drops – now imagine doing that with words)
2. His legendary hooks = attention-grabbing openings and clever callbacks in writing (like how you can’t get “Wake Me Up” out of your head)
3. His mixing magic = carefully layering information and emotional elements (just like how he’d layer sounds to create the perfect moment)
Of course, being me, I couldn’t just appreciate this like a normal person… I had to turn it into this whole framework for writing everything from emails to social posts. Because in this AI-driven world, being able to communicate your vision in a way that cuts through the noise isn’t just nice to have – it’s essential for business survival.
The crazy part? It actually works. It’s like having Avicii’s production magic, but for words. Remember how his tracks would grab you in the first few seconds and then take you on this unreal journey? That’s exactly what great writing should do. And in a world of endless AI content, that’s exactly what helps you stand out and actually connect with your audience.
And yes, I know I’m saying all this to a group of friends that includes one of the country’s top writers (no pressure, right? ). But hey, sometimes the best insights come from unexpected places, right?
And yes, I realize this might be the nerdiest thing I’ve done in a while, but I’m kind of excited about it. Because at the end of the day, whether you’re scaling a startup or building a brand, being able to communicate your vision in a way that actually moves people… that’s what makes the difference. I’ll keep you posted!
Until next week,
Mike
P.S. I’m hearing whispers about “Operator” from OpenAI – could be a game-changer for business automation. More on that soon.
