The leaders and professionals who thrive in an AI-integrated world won't be the ones who use it most — they'll be the ones who use it most intentionally.Whether you're a total AI convert, or a more hesitant user, this episode offers an essential discussion on best practices when using it in business. Joined by Tahnee Perry, founder of AI agency A25, expect a clear framework for using AI with intention, practical lessons from her experience rolling it out across teams, and a grounded take on what the future of work actually looks like...Key Takeaways: The Driver vs. Passenger Framework (02:04)How to Avoid Being a Passenger (03:48)Using AI as a Strategic Thought Partner (05:51)Rolling Out AI in Teams & Organisations (07:11)A Real-World AI Rollout Gone Wrong (09:55)Building Real Time-Saving Workflows (15:04)Keeping Up With the Pace of AI (19:11)Advice for Early-Career Professionals (20:12)What Successful AI-Forward Companies Look Like (24:21)Essential Professional Skills for the AI Era (25:49)Key Takeaways Summary (28:17)Tahnee's Kitchen Bench Moment (29:10)About Tahnee:Tahnee is a long-time marketer who has spent over two decades working with start ups and growth companies in San Francisco. After co-founding and selling a travel start up in 2003, she spotted the early potential of generative AI and launched A25 — an agency dedicated to teaching teams and leaders how to apply AI practically in their day-to-day work.Between running workshops, building automations and helping teams to navigate structural and cultural shifts, Tahnee has become a truly authoritative voice in the implementation of AI at work.Resources Mentioned: Subscribe to Tahnee's NewsletterA25 - Transform your team into AI-powered strategists in days, not years.Anthropic - Anthropic is an AI safety and research company that's working to build reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems.Loveable - Turn ideas into production-ready web apps in minutes. AI handles the build.Replit - Build and deploy software collaboratively with the power of AI.Follow Matt's journey with AI - The Messy MiddleFurther Resources Tahnee Recommends: The Artificial Intelligence ShowOne Useful ThingMarketing Against the GrainNot sure what's holding you back...?Every entrepreneur faces invisible blockers. Discover which one is at play for you so you can move forward with confidence.Take the free Homegrown CEO Blocker Quiz now. It’s quick, free, and gives you instant clarity on where to focus next. Follow this link to get started: https://liv-5cmyfuaf.scoreapp.com Join our community! Become a member of our online community and get exclusive bonus episodes, access to new episodes before general release, and premium PDFs of every episode’s key takeaways. You'll also receive practical tools and resources to fuel your professional journey, including guided challenges, forums and live sessions. Most importantly, you'll be part of a supportive network of entrepreneurs, leaders and professionals, brought together by a mutual desire to learn from and support one another.Join now using the promo code PODCAST for 50% off your first two months! Click the link to register: https://homegrown-ceo.mn.co/landing/Got a lesson to share? We are always happy to hear from inspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders! If your journey could pass on some pearls of wisdom, please do get in touch about joining us as a guest: [email protected] in this episode:Bonus ContentFor access to this episode's bonus content, including more of our conversation and a downloadable PDF of the key takeaways, join our thriving online community. Make new connections, build lasting habits, and become part of an exciting new network. Start your 7 day free trial now, and use the promo code PODCAST at the checkout for 50% off your first two months.Join the Community