AI-Driven Marketer: Master Practical AI Marketing Skills
A podcast that provides practical AI marketing skills for real marketers. It covers tools, workflows, and honest conversations to help marketers move faster, build better, and stay human in the age of AI.
Episodes
ClickUp’s $1M Bet on the 100× Marketer
The conversation delves into the job description of a 100X marketer at ClickUp, exploring reactions, feasibility, challenges, and practicality of the role. The discussion highlights concerns about the role's impact on the marketing team and the company's operational structure. The conversation delves into the challenges of ClickUp, the operational side of business, the radical job boasting experim
ChatGPT Work For Marketers (& The Trap To Avoid)
The conversation dives into the evolution of ChatGPT and Codex, the introduction of new models and voice features, and the impact of these changes on marketers. It also explores the transition from Cloud Code to Codex, the ease of switching harnesses, and the future of AI voice technology. The conversation delves into the future of AI in everyday life, the role of AI in marketing, and the importan
Is All AI Content Slop? What Leaders Need To Know
The conversation delves into the overwhelming nature of AI news and the impact of AI slop on marketing leaders. It explores ethical concerns and the balance between AI content creation and trust. The discussion also covers the perception of AI content, its impact on credibility, and the consideration and pragmatism in AI content creation. Additionally, it addresses the most considerate approach to
I'm Back! Here's What's Changing With the AI-Driven Marketer
The AI Driven Marketer podcast has evolved from documenting the journey of mastering AI for marketing to focusing on navigating AI as a marketing leader. The host, Dan Sanchez, shares his personal experience and the shift in the show's direction, emphasizing the importance of using AI as a team for marketing growth.TakeawaysEvolution from personal AI mastery to team-based AI usageShift in focus fr
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From ChatGPT to Codex
Dan covers the evolution of AI, the introduction to Codex, transferring projects to Codex, organizing projects in Codex, and transitioning to Codex as the main AI tool for work.TakeawaysAI evolution drives new AI applicationsCodex is a powerful tool for organizing and managing AI projectsChapters00:00 Evolution of AI06:06 Transferring Projects to Codex11:10 Transitioning to Codex
The Marketer’s Guide to the 2026 AI Landscape
The AI landscape has undergone significant changes, with major companies evolving and competing. OpenAI, Anthropic, Grok, Meta, Amazon, and Apple are all making strides in the AI space. Apple's position in the AI race and its hardware capabilities are noteworthy, along with Amazon's AI model Rufus and the contextual understanding of Codex. The conversation covers the evolving capabilities of AI, c
Marketers, Stop Using ChatGPT. Start Using Codex.
The conversation delves into the transformative impact of Codex on AI development, project management, routine communication tasks, social media marketing, custom integrations, practical application, future implications, user adoption, and access control. It highlights the power of Codex in automating tasks, creating custom integrations, and predicting its widespread adoption in the future.Takeawa
Is AI Killing the Art of Marketing? Why So Many Are Grieving Right Now
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis Sanchez explore the emotional tension between AI innovation and the traditional craft of marketing. They kick off by celebrating the AI-Driven Marketer podcast reaching 3,000 subscribers and cracking the Apple Top 50 Marketing Podcasts chart. The conversation covers the newly released ChatGPT 4.1 model, Ryan Deiss' "retiremen
AI Hasn't Killed SEO... But The SEO Blog Era IS Ending + Other AI News
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez unpack a series of breaking AI trends that are reshaping digital marketing. They discuss Google's stock dip amid claims of AI search replacing traditional SEO, the emerging practice of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and how marketers might soon become low-code developers thanks to advancements in AI-powered coding tools. T
Customize ChatGPTs Instructions & Memory Now to 10x Your Work Later
Most people don’t realize that ChatGPT can be customized in multiple ways to dramatically improve results. In this episode of The AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez walks through the four levels of personalization for ChatGPT and shares his approach to customizing AI for maximum efficiency. If you’ve ever wrestled with ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude—going back and forth to get the right response—this epi
Vision to Results: Crafting an AI Strategy that Delivers w/Geoff Livingston
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez talks to Geoff Livingston about the competitive edge of embracing AI in marketing to accelerate go-to-market efforts and enhance customer profiles. They delve into practical case studies, such as Vanguard's success with unified customer data, and discuss the challenges of using unstructured data with tools like chat GPT. Geoff shares strategie
The Rise of Gemini: How Google is Gaining Ground in the AI Race
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez dive into Google's rapid advancements in AI, specifically the rise of Gemini and how Google's interconnected ecosystem of tools is positioning it as a serious contender to ChatGPT. From overhauled research assistants to free app-building tools, Google is quietly stacking up powerful AI features that marketers can immediately bene
Ready or Not: AI's Inevitable Upheaval in the Marketing Realm #AIintheSky
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez talks to Marc Angelos about AI. We're talking about the jump from the cool stuff GPT-4 is doing now to what's coming with GPT-5 – and how we marketers can get ahead of the game. Dan even shares a personal story about getting ready for marriage that surprisingly ties into prepping for AI's future. Plus, we've got hot takes on Sam Altman's big A
The Future of Newsletters: Use AI to Create Them Automatically
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives into the world of newsletter automation using AI. He provides a sneak peek into his innovative process, demonstrating how marketers can leverage AI to streamline newsletter creation. Danchez shares practical insights, walking through the systems and tools he uses, including his CRM marketing automation platform, High Level, and the integrati
5 Stages of AI Agents & How Marketers Can Prepare Now
AI agents are generating a lot of buzz right now, but how close are we to fully autonomous AI? In this episode of The AI-Driven Marketer, host Dan Sanchez (Dances) cuts through the hype to break down the five stages of AI agents and what marketers need to do to stay ahead. From simple automation to full AI autonomy, Dan lays out a roadmap for how AI will evolve in the coming years and how marketer
Your Personalized AI Is Now a Competitive Moat
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez explore how recent AI updates are reshaping the marketing landscape. From ChatGPT’s groundbreaking memory feature to MidJourney’s personalization overhaul, they unpack how these tools are quietly becoming your most valuable marketing employees. The brothers also dive into a viral post about AI detection tools ruining writers' cre
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What's Your Authority Score? [The 5-Factor Test]
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire wrap up "The Book Experiment" series with a comprehensive 90-day roadmap to building undeniable authority in the age of AI. As AI makes average content cheaper and trust harder to come by, Dan and Ken break down two distinct paths—one for students starting from scratch and one for established experts looking to scale—to ensure you re
Grok 3, Deep Research, ChatGPT 4.5, & The Early Days of AI Marketing #BotBros
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez break down the biggest AI news of the week, including the launch of Grok 3, Microsoft’s supercomputer chips, and OpenAI’s roadmap for GPT-4.5 and GPT-5. They discuss how Grok 3 is competing with the best AI models, why Microsoft’s chip development matters for AI progress, and how OpenAI’s deep research tools are reshaping marketi
Google Gemini Vs. ChatGPT: Images, Videos, Automation—Battle Tested
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis put ChatGPT head‑to‑head with Google Gemini after a summer of major updates from Google. We break down where Gemini now outperforms (photorealistic image generation, fast video with VO3, and prompt‑built automations) and where ChatGPT still shines (layout‑aware design, research workflows). We wrap with everyday AI use cases,
Why This New Show?
I've been in marketing for 13 years now and I haven't seen something as big as Ai hit this big since social media was just beginning. It's why everybody is saying "Learn Ai or fall behind!"But, what about Ai should we be learning and how? Is dabbling with ChatGPT enough? Should I just be led by my software company? I wanted to figure this out for myself by talking to those who are doing it well al
Real-Time Market Research with Grok2 AI
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, host Dan Sanchez dives into how Grok2, the latest AI model from X.AI, is revolutionizing real-time market research for marketers. Unlike other AI platforms, Grok2 offers unique access to real-time Twitter data, allowing marketers to gather insights faster and more accurately than ever before. Dan explores various use cases for Grok2, from understanding trendi
The Simple Social Strategy That Quietly Builds Authority
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire unpack what it really takes to become an authority on social media in today’s chaotic content landscape. They break down the popular but vague "document, don't create" strategy and reshape it into something far more actionable: "learning in the light." Whether you're starting your thought leadership journey or rebooting it, they map
The Practical Path to Authority: How Real Experts Earn Influence
Should you start a podcast? Find out: https://aidrivenmarketer.com/podIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez unveils his "30-30-30" blueprint for becoming a thought leader. If you've ever wondered how to actually grow your authority in a niche without spending years doing it, this episode breaks it down into a simple (not necessarily easy) system: read 30 books, interview 30 experts, an
Sora 2 Makes Every Marketer a Filmmaker
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis unpack Sora 2’s splashy launch, why ChatGPT’s social-first spin matters, and what the rising tide of AI video means for marketers. We also hit OpenAI’s new in-chat shopping with Shopify/Etsy, and Anthropic’s Claude 4.5—plus the real-world ways we used AI this week.My Favorite AI Tools• Tella (AI screen recording app I recor
OpenAI's Operator, o3 Mini, & the Need for Marketers to Lead
In this AI marketing podcast, Dan Sanchez and Travis Sanchez dive into the latest developments in AI, unpacking OpenAI's new tool "Operator" and its potential impact on marketing. They explore both the excitement and the limitations of having AI control a browser for tasks like buying airline tickets and managing CRM processes. The discussion also covers the notable launch of OpenAI's GPT-3 Mini a
As Chaos Grows Learn to Lead Through the Noise
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire tackle the often cringe-inducing but crucial topic of thought leadership in the age of AI. They explore why the term gets a bad rap, how to redefine it with authenticity, and why standing out is more important now than ever in a sea of AI-generated, commodity content. They map out a practical path from professional to authority and a
The AI Paradox: How to Make the Most of What AI Can & Can't Do
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into the intriguing concept of Moravec's Paradox, examining why AI can excel in complex tasks like advanced math yet fumble over simple tasks such as counting survey responses. He unpacks the paradox, revealing how marketers can navigate and leverage these peculiar strengths and weaknesses of AI. By understanding where AI struggles and succee
How to Automate Your Podcast Using AI Without Losing Your Soul
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez shares how AI has transformed his podcast production workflow. He reveals how he automates pre-production, production, and post-production to turn a single episode into a high-value content waterfall—saving time and maximizing reach. From using custom GPTs for research and outlines to leveraging Zencastr for recording and editing, and finally autom
Finally… The Announcement I've Been Waiting to Make
Join me at the Solo: Scaled live event at: https://soloscaled.com/eventIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez shares an exciting personal update about the future of the show and his latest ventures. He reflects on the journey of AI Driven Marketer, announces his part-time shift at Social Media Examiner, and reveals three major projects: a new YouTube series called AI Explored, a podcast
10x Your Output With Robust Custom GPTs - AI Fundamentals Course Part 5
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives into the complexities of building and utilizing custom GPTs for marketing tasks. Covering a range of advanced techniques such as loading knowledge documents, managing multi-step prompts, and automating systematic projects, Dan skillfully reveals how these can transform the way we interact with AI in marketing. He highlights how custom GPTs,
71% Fear AI — Here's 3 Ways People Are Overcoming It
Get your 30-day free trial of High Level at https://AIautomationvault.comIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his co-host Travis Sanchez dive deep into the emotional and practical landscape of job security in the age of AI. While 71% of Americans report being worried about AI taking over jobs, Dan and Travis explore why their audience of marketers feels largely confident instead
What ChatGPT 5 Means for All of Us
Get your free 30 day trial of High Level: https://danchez.com/highlevel/ In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis Sanchez unpack the much-anticipated release of ChatGPT 5 — separating the real value from the hype. They share first impressions, discuss how different types of users will experience the upgrade, and explain why this release is more about accessibility t
Revolution in Pixels: How AI is Redefining Visual Content w/Bart Caylor
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez sits down with Bart Caylor, a forward-thinker in the realm of marketing, to dive into the practical applications of AI in enhancing marketing visuals. Bart shares his journey and insights into utilizing AI for creating more dynamic and engaging photography, video, and design. From automating design processes to generating hyper-realistic visua
Ai as Podcast Producer To Cut The Work In Half
Welcome to the latest episode of "Ai Microskills" with your host, Dan Sanchez. In this episode, Dan interviews Susan Diaz, an expert in leveraging AI for coaching, consulting, and time management. They delve into the world of AI and its application to enhance podcasts, discussing the potential of ChatGPT for guest sourcing, scheduling, and post-production distribution. Throughout the conversation,
Why ChatGPT Finally Started Helping Me Hit My Goals
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez breaks down how to stop using ChatGPT like a chaotic chat box and start using it like a strategic operating system for your life and work. He shows how ChatGPT Projects can turn scattered conversations into organized, context-rich systems that help you advance fitness, work, marketing, home management, and personal goals faster and smarter.My Favor
The AI Marketing Journey: My Q1 Learnings and Predictions
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez reflects on the first quarter of his mission to master AI for marketing in 2024. Sharing his diverse marketing background and exploring the impact AI will have on the industry, Dan tackles the challenging reality of AI replacing jobs and the shimmer of hope in upskilling. With insights into his own learning process and experiments, Dan also te
The AI Edge: Building AI Automation for Deep Customer Insights
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, where we sharpen your marketing edge with the power of AI. I'm Dan Sanchez, and today we've got Marc Thomas from Podia joining us to break down how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing customer research.We'll explore Marc's strategies for mining rich customer data, the role AI plays in parsing through vast quantities of user feedback, and how these
The Age of Artificial Authority (& How to Stand Out In It)
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and co-host Ken Freire tackle the rising tide of AI-generated content and its impact on marketers trying to stand out online. With a flood of polished, AI-written posts dominating platforms like LinkedIn, they explore how marketers can preserve authenticity, leverage their human edge, and avoid becoming just another voice in the AI crowd. They sha
Looking At History to Predict The Future of AI w/Marc Angelos
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, where AI meets marketing mastery. I'm your host Dan Sanchez, and today, we're joined by Marc Angelos, a seasoned expert in finance, marketing, and technology.In this episode, we look to the past to bring clarity to the future of AI. We talk about the early financial markets, crypto, the Dotcom bust, and the social media revolution to get insights into the
AI-Driven Podcast: The System That Powers My Content Flywheel
Register for the live event here » http://aidrivenpodcast.comIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez announces a live, step-by-step masterclass and a free, always-updated guide on building an AI-driven podcast workflow—from ideation and pre-production to post-production and distribution. Geared toward solo marketers and small teams, Dan explains why human-first content paired with AI too
I'm Cowriting a Book with AI – This is My Process
In this AI marketing podcast, Dan Sanchez dives into the fascinating process of cowriting a book with AI, sharing his journey of crafting a comprehensive book on the 5 types of AI marketing. Dan addresses the challenges and skepticism surrounding AI-authored content and details his method for combining his own insights with AI-generated text to create a book that is both informative and compelling
How to Use AI to Make Scroll Stoping Thumbnails
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez pulls back the curtain on his exact AI-assisted process for creating stunning, scroll-stopping thumbnails in half the time. He shares how he went from struggling with likeness and design inconsistency to developing a reliable method that combines ChatGPT, Photoshop AI features, and free face-swapping tools to produce high-quality visuals for his sh
Canva Just Fixed the Biggest Problem in AI Design
AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez breaks down why Canva’s new Magic Layers feature could be a major turning point for marketers who need fast, polished design work without deep Photoshop skills. He walks through a real-world workflow that starts with ChatGPT for concept generation and ends in Canva for practical editing, showing how solo marketers and small teams can turn rough AI-generate
AI Made Marketing Easier… And Worse
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis ask the uncomfortable question: is AI actually making marketing worse? They unpack how speed can quietly erode trust, dive into the OpenClaw/OpenAI drama shaping the future of autonomous agents, and break down what’s new with Gemini 3.1 Thinking and Claude 4.6—plus practical, real-life ways they used AI this week.My Favorite
Keeping Pace with AI: My Favorite Sources for AI News
In this solo episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez shares his top strategies for staying on top of AI developments without getting overwhelmed. From newsletters to YouTube channels and podcasts, Dan reveals the sources he trusts most to stay current with AI. He highlights practical ways to integrate AI learning into your routine and emphasizes the importance of "doing" AI, not just following
The Top AI Tool Marketers Rarely Use (That I Use Weekly)
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez breaks down why Deep Research is one of the most underused AI capabilities available to marketers today. He walks through how he uses it inside ChatGPT and Gemini, explains the difference between simple web search and true research workflows, and shows how detailed prompts can uncover sharper audience insights. He also shares how he turns Deep Rese
The 4-Step System That Turns Any Workflow Into an AI Powerhouse
Get the full ChatGPT Masterclass: https://aidrivenmarketer.com/courseIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez breaks down one of the most pivotal skills every AI-driven marketer must master: process development. He shares a powerful four-step framework and reveals how he used it to create a custom GPT that cut a 45-minute podcast pre-production process down to just five minutes. Whether y
Jessica Malnik's AI Toolkit for Streamlining Marketing Processes
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez talks to Jessica Malnik who is the Founder of JM Content Group about her expertise on leveraging AI for administrative tasks, debate on AI's capabilities in writing, and its role as an invaluable co-pilot in the marketing process. They also explore the practicalities of using AI tools like Zapier and ChatGPT, the integration of AI into strateg
Custom GPT Copilot: Build a Personal Business Mentor
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, host Dan Sanchez shares the backstory and purpose of creating a custom GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) named "Copilot." Initially designed as a personal AI life coach, it evolved into a versatile tool useful for querying against uploaded documents like resumes, business plans, and LinkedIn posts. Dan provides a behind-the-scenes look at how Copil
Why AI Alone Can't Find Real Pain (But This Combo Can)
Should You Start a Podcast? Take the Assessment: https://AIdrivenmarketer.com/podIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire explore what it really means to be "relevant" on social media by becoming a "problem hunter." They break down how to find and prioritize real pain points your audience is experiencing—not just surface-level trends—and why this skill is foundational for b
Never Miss Another Lead with AI Conversational Marketing
Test My Voice Agent By Calling 👉 1-615-610-0721In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez interviews Fer Patel, Director of Special Projects at HighLevel, to explore how AI-powered conversational marketing is revolutionizing lead engagement and sales conversion. Fer shares his journey from fintech to marketing, his discovery of HighLevel, and how its conversational tools and AI voice agen
How to Assess Your AI Marketing Skills (Take the Quiz!)
Are you a beginner, intermediate, or pro when it comes to AI marketing? In this episode, Dan Sanchez explores the five types of AI marketing and introduces a brand-new quiz to help you assess your skill set. Whether you’re an optimist who believes AI will create more jobs or a pessimist who fears AI will replace them, one thing is clear: mastering AI in marketing is no longer optional. Dan shares
Learning AI From a 18-Year-Old Master
Watch: How to Be the Marketer AI Can't Replace: https://danchez.com/marketers-this-is-how-you-dont-get-replaced-by-ai-human-edge-framework/In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez interviews 18-year-old AI prodigy Gray Mitchell, a young entrepreneur who's already building advanced AI systems that rival those of veteran marketers. Gray shares his journey from launching a dropshipping busin
The Marketer's Guide to Chain Prompting with AI - AI Fundamentals Course Part 3
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives into the world of chain prompting with AI, delving deeper into advanced strategies to enhance AI interactions for marketing purposes. He builds on previous discussions about super prompts and the step method, focusing particularly on how to use chain prompting to achieve better, more targeted results with tools like ChatGPT 4. Whether you're
5 Types of AI Marketing: Which Are You Using?
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives into the fascinating world of AI-driven marketing, exploring the five distinct types that are revolutionizing the field. He breaks down the central role of the internal copilot, the power of content production and distribution, the untapped potential of hyper personalization, the efficiencies of multichannel chatbots, and the forthcoming imp
Personalized Marketing at Scale w/Jim Laurain
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez is joined by Jim Laurain, an expert in advanced marketing platforms and personalization through AI, to delve into the intricacies of using AI-enhanced Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) for crafting personalized marketing strategies. They discuss the advantages of AI in understanding consumer behavior on a granular level, the transformation in message
Inject AI Into Your Entire Workflow With ChatGPT's Atlas Browser
Sign Up for the ChatGPT Masterclass: https://aidrivenmarketer.com/courseIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into ChatGPT's new browser, Atlas, and explains why it's a total game-changer for marketers who work across multiple browser tabs and apps. He explores three practical ways this integration supercharges your marketing workflow: micro context, page context, and workflow co
Marketers, This Is How You Don't Get Replaced by AI (Human Edge Framework)
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez introduces a bold and practical framework to help marketers future-proof their careers in the age of AI: The Human Edge Framework. With AI systems poised to dominate every corner of marketing, Dan argues that the most sustainable competitive advantage will come from deeply human traits that machines can't replicate. He walks through the foundationa
This AI Hack Does Better Audience Research Than You
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives deep into one of the most underrated AI capabilities available in ChatGPT: its Deep Research tool. While the AI world buzzes with talk about autonomous agents, Dan reveals how this built-in feature can outperform them by giving marketers unparalleled insight into their customers. He explains how Deep Research goes beyond a simple web search,
The Bet I'm Making on AI, Marketing, and the Next 5 Years
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez reflects on two years of the AI-Driven Marketer journey, the accelerating pace of AI, and what the next five years mean for marketers. After a short break, Dan lays out a renewed mission for the show—using AI to make marketing more honest, helpful, and human—while unpacking the tension between massive opportunity and real job disruption ahead.My Fa
3-Signal Test to Spot the Next AI Mega Trend (Before Everyone Else)
$100 Off Social Media Marketing World: https://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/AI-Driven I'll be speaking there!In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez sits down with Michael Stelzner (Social Media Examiner) to unpack how to spot real megatrends vs. hype, why resistance is often the clearest early signal of a lasting shift, and what AI is likely to change (and not change) about marketing on
How to Build a Personal Brand AI Can't Copy
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and Ken Freire discuss why personal branding is the ultimate hedge against AI automation. They dismantle the common misconceptions that branding is merely about logos or "just being yourself," and instead offer a robust three-part framework—Values, Stories, and Future Self—to help marketers build genuine authority that no algorithm can replicate.My
ChatGPT Projects: Organize AI, Get More Done, & Join The Pros
Get your BOPA Guide to grow through other people's audiences: https://danchez.com/bopaIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez walks through the September 2025 overhaul of ChatGPT Projects and shows how to use folders, files, and per‑project instructions to turn ChatGPT into a reliable second brain. You’ll learn when to use “Project‑only” memory (goodbye cross‑project bleed), how to set u
What Would God Say About ChatGPT? A Pastor Explains the Theology of AI
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez explores the philosophical, theological, and ethical boundaries of AI with Pastor Kenny Ortiz. They dive deep into AI's limitations, its potential impact on work, wisdom, and relationships, and what it means to remain human in an increasingly AI-driven world. From questions of AI personhood to the spiritual consequences of synthetic relationships,
1 Recording → 12 Assets: The AI "Waterfall" System
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and co-host Ken Freire dive into Chapter 10 of their "Own the Show" series to discuss why podcasting is the ultimate "Swiss Army Knife" of marketing tools. They break down the top 10 reasons why a podcast is essential for modern businesses, ranging from building authority and testing intellectual property to fueling a massive content flywheel and c
The STEP Your Missing To Get More Consistency Out of AI - AI Fundamentals Course Part 2
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives deeper into the STEP method, a unique strategy he developed to enhance AI utilization in content creation. Focusing specifically on transforming podcast transcripts into compelling LinkedIn posts, Dan walks us through the practical application of each element—Starter content, Template, Example, and Prompt—and shows a real-time example of how
Future-Proof Your Job: 6 New Marketing Career Paths
In this I marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis have a candid conversation about the future of the marketing profession, forecasting a significant shift starting around 2026 where AI agents begin to replace junior-level roles. They discuss the concept of "cross-tab work" as the current barrier protecting marketers, analyze how writers and developers are already feeling the
Behind the Curtain: My Daily ChatGPT Habits
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez shares 10 everyday ways he’s using AI to improve life outside of work—from troubleshooting and home projects to health, learning, and relationships. He also demos four ways to interact with AI (text, dictation, voice, and on-device video) and closes with a critical warning about AI “sycophancy” and how to guard against confirmation bias. Beginners
A Marketing Leaders Guide to Approaching the Future of Ai
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez talks to Courtney Baker, CMO at Knownwell, in a dynamic discussion about leading marketing teams in the age of AI. They delve into how AI is reshaping marketing roles, strategies, and team dynamics. From experimenting with AI in small teams to preparing larger teams for AI integration, they cover the multifaceted impact of AI on marketing lead
5 Ways to Think With AI (Not Just Talk to It)
Sign Up for the ChatGPT Masterclass - https://aidrivenmarketer.com/courseIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into the five essential mindset shifts marketers need to adopt to fully leverage AI. He explains how success with AI isn't just about prompts, but about rethinking how we approach intelligence, collaboration, and productivity in an AI-assisted world.My Favorite AI Tools
3 AI Books Every Marketer Needs to Read (Plus What I'm Reading Now)
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into a highly curated list of AI books every marketer should know. Rather than just follow trends on social media or binge-watch YouTube explainers, Dan shares why books remain the most powerful medium for deep learning on AI. He breaks down his top three must-reads for different stages of the AI journey—beginner, practitioner, and advanced l
AI Sales Agents You Can Set And Forget (I'll Show You How)
Get Your 30 Day Trial of High Level Here: https://danchez.com/highlevelIn this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez dives into a powerful solution to a common marketing bottleneck: too many leads, not enough follow-up. Drawing from his time as a university marketing director, Dan explores how AI sales agents are transforming how businesses handle inbound calls, qualify leads, and book appoin
Why Everybody Suddenly Hates AI
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez and his brother Travis dive deep into the growing wave of resentment and backlash against artificial intelligence. They unpack the anxiety, fear, and anger bubbling up across multiple industries—from writers and developers to everyday users. The episode explores why people feel betrayed by AI, the broader cultural implications, and how marketers c
Use AI for Contextual Problem Solving - Unlock AI Series
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez kicks off a brand new mini-series called Unlock AI to teach beginners how to use AI—especially ChatGPT—for contextual problem solving. Instead of relying on generic search engine results, Dan walks through personal stories (including lawn care and flickering neon lights) to show how AI can provide highly tailored solutions. From parenting challenge
Advanced Guide to Building CustomGPTs For ChatGPT
In this episode of the AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez dives deep into the advanced techniques of building custom GPTs that can streamline repetitive marketing tasks. Dan, revisits his experience with creating a custom GPT for his podcast showrunner, explaining how marketers can automate workflows, from research to show notes. This episode is perfect for those who already have a foundational under
MyShowrunner: A Personalized GPT for Podcast Preproduction
In this episode of AI Microskills, host Dan Sanchez is joined by Susan Diaz for an exciting update. They delve into the creation of MyShowrunner, a groundbreaking tool designed to automate and streamline podcast preproduction. The tool uses custom GPT to analyze guest profiles, generate interview questions, and even draft emails for guests. Not only does this save hours of manual work, but it also
AI-Powered Course! How to Customize Lessons Automagically
In this episode of AI-Driven Marketer, Dan Sanchez demonstrates how to build an AI-powered course that customizes lesson plans based on students' job titles, companies, and target audiences. He walks through the entire process, showcasing the use of AI to personalize educational content at scale, making the learning experience more relevant and engaging for each student.Find the course at: https:/
Turn AI into Your Marketing Strategy Partner – Here's How!
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez takes a deep dive into using AI as a tool for strategic marketing thinking, specifically focusing on executing a SWOT analysis. Rather than just tactical work, Dan explains how AI can elevate your marketing strategy by helping you "think smarter" and do more with annual and quarterly planning. By leveraging ChatGPT for SWOT, Dan demonstrates how AI
Become a Super Marketer in the Age of AI w/Gen Furukawa
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