EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 13 MIN
The 70/20/10 Rule for AI (Why Most AI Projects Fail)
from AI Automation Alchemist · host Rey Ortega
Most AI implementations fail because people start with tools (the 10%) instead of culture (70%) and process (20%).In this episode, I break down the 70/20/10 rule for AI and how to use it to actually implement automation.In this episode you’ll learn:What the 70/20/10 rule is (and where it came from)Why “AI consultants” often teach tools with no purposeThe #1 problem: you can’t automate what doesn’t existHow to implement AI the right way:70% = culture + buy-in + skills20% = SOPs + workflows + integration10% = models, tools, algorithms, automation buildIf you want our AI + Automation implementation guide, comment: NEED A PLAN.Sponsored by:Grata Software (custom AI + automation)Digital Strike Hub (training + community)#AI #Automation #BusinessSystems #SOP #AIImplementationChapters00:00 The 70/20/10 rule for AI00:30 What the framework is (70 core / 20 related / 10 new)01:26 Why most AI consultants miss it02:50 Client story: “Where’s your list?”04:19 You can’t automate what isn’t there05:40 Secret #1: 70% is buy-in + culture07:07 Secret #2: 20% is SOPs + integration09:27 Secret #3: 10% is the tech11:47 Recap + how to apply it12:46 Comment “NEED A PLAN”
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