How AI Scales Your Business: From Chief Everything Officer to CEO

In this episode of the MaxValue Podcast, host Ben Towne sits down with Dr. Steven Kirch, productivity coach and founder of Profit Minds, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming leadership, scaling small businesses, and protecting intellectual property in the process.Dr. Kirch shares his remarkable journey from physicist to business coach, revealing how AI can cut repetitive work by up to 60%, boost engagement, and free teams to focus on high-value, strategic growth. Together, they unpack practical ways to adopt AI responsibly—from building an internal AI policy to safeguarding proprietary data with encrypted “IP vaults.”You’ll also hear about real-world results, including how one law firm increased efficiency and quality using AI-powered tools, and learn the habits that help business leaders integrate technology without losing the human touch. Whether you’re a business owner, valuation expert, or advisor, this episode delivers actionable insights on productivity, data protection, and the evolving role of AI in business leadership.