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This is business.connected – the podcast for small business founders, powered by Vodafone, The Nation's Network*. For more resources: https://www.vodafone.co.uk/businessco... *The Nation's Network: Vodafone – nation's most valuable brand, verified by Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable UK Brands Report 2024. See: vodafone.co.uk/TNN EPISODE TWO How can you use AI to grow faster, save time, and stay authentic? In this episode, three leaders in business & tech break down the tools, strategies, and mindset shifts that are helping UK founders leverage AI in a way that is “human-led, tech enabled”. Christiana Brenton is the co-founder of FlightStory, the media company behind Diary of a CEO, scaling creator-led brands through podcast shows, books & ventures. Leo Harrison is the founder of Chapter 2, a recruitment and technology platform that redefines how companies scale hiring using internal talent ecosystems and AI-powered recruiters. Kirstie Kavanagh is a tech consultant and AI enablement expert helping UK businesses unlock innovation across operations, marketing, and content. In this episode they discuss: How to get started with AI—without getting overwhelmed Best AI tools for small business owners in 2025 How to use AI for admin, marketing, hiring, and customer engagement Ways to integrate AI without needing a technical background How to avoid bias, protect data, and stay compliant with AI tools Why human connection is still your strongest business advantage Real-world AI workflows saving founders 10+ hours a week More information on the solutions linked to this show to keep your business connected: ➡️ Boost your business productivity with AI for Microsoft 365 at vodafone.co.uk/business ➡️Work with confidence and protect your data with Vodafone security solutions at vodafone.co.uk/business ➡️Explore how to harness the power of AI in our free digital skills workshop at vodafone.co.uk/businessconnected Timestamps: 00:00 - Introductions + Why AI 03:15 - What is AI? (And What It’s Not) 05:03 - Real-World AI Workflow Examples 06:34 - Small Business Opportunities with AI 08:09 - Why Banning ChatGPT is Like Banning Wi-Fi 09:52 - How to Start Using AI as a Small Business 11:14 - Setting SMART Goals for AI Integration 12:47 - How Curiosity Drives Innovation 14:31 - AI’s Role in Automating the Repetitive 15:37 - AI Bias: Dangers, Controls & Responsibility 16:30 - The Truth About Who AI Will Replace 19:04 - Personal Branding & Authenticity in the Age of AI 20:39 - Creating Custom GPTs to Match Your Voice 21:36 - Can AI Handle Your Admin? Here’s the Reality 23:08 - The Human Connection Advantage 24:56 - Choosing the Right Tools for Your Business 28:05 - How to Leverage AI to Save Time as a Founder 29:25 - AI and Data Protection: GDPR & Compliance Tips 32:56 - Ask for Help: Don’t Navigate AI Compliance Alone 33:44 - What Not to Upload to Free AI Tools 35:30 - Innovate or Fall Behind: AI Agents & Unusual AI Uses 38:30 - Using AI to Train Better Hiring Processes & Acquire Better Talent 40:59 - Who Coaches the Founder? Why AI is the New Feedback Loop 42:06 - People-Led, Tech-Enabled: Using AI to Make us Better 43:56 - When NOT to Use AI: Freeing up Time for Human Connection 45:04 - Authenticity Will Be Your Brand’s Superpower 46:48 - How to Reframe AI for Your Team (Without Sparking Fear) 48:05 - Final Reflections: Risk of Inaction, Power of People