E57 - PRACTICAL WAYS THAT MAKE HUMANS MORE PRODUCTIVE WITH AI | Matt Ericksen

In this episode of the 1% Edge podcast, host Carlos Nouche speaks with Matt Ericksen, Vice President of Sales and Operations at Griswold, about practical ways to enhance human productivity in the age of AI. They discuss the challenges of AI implementation, the importance of maximizing human connection in business, and share specific examples of how AI tools have transformed recruitment, sales conversations, and operational efficiency. Matt emphasizes the need for thoughtful AI integration while addressing privacy concerns and measuring the impact of these technologies on productivity. Takeaways 78% of AI projects yield no return on investment. Maximizing human connection is crucial in business. AI can help free up time for meaningful interactions. Creating AI agents can significantly reduce time spent on tasks. Quality of job ads improves with AI assistance. Better interviews lead to better hiring decisions. AI enhances the client intake process. AI agents can streamline access to regulatory information. Privacy concerns must be addressed when implementing AI. Measuring AI's impact on productivity is essential. Connect with Matt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ericksen-32b75a77/