The AI Tool Trap

Everyone is looking for the next AI tool. Almost nobody is building the systems that actually create lasting businesses. In this episode of Are You In?, ChicagoJon and Crystal explore what separates creators who chase every new AI trend from entrepreneurs who build businesses that continue growing long after the latest tool disappears. From Hank Green's viral conversation about trust to the growing backlash against AI-generated content, this episode dives into why ownership, systems, and consistency matter more than chasing every new technology. In this episode: Why everyone wants the next AI tool What Hank Green teaches us about trust in the AI era Why audiences are rejecting AI slop Black Business Month and the importance of ownership How systems outperform shiny new tools One simple challenge to make your business stronger this week This week's challenge: Don't download another AI tool. Improve one system you already have. Technology shifts power—but lasting businesses are built on systems, trust, and ownership. Technology Shifts Power. Are You In? 🎙 Live Wednesdays at 12 PM CT on YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn 🎧 Full episodes on Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon Music