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Return On Intelligence: Implement AI Without Wasting Time & Money
by NineTwoThree AI Studio
Stop chasing the AI hype and start seeing actual results.Welcome to Return on Intelligence: Implement AI Without Wasting Time & Money, the podcast dedicated to dismantling AI myths and delivering actionable strategies for enterprise leaders. Powered by NineTwoThree Studio, this show moves beyond "vibe coding" and "magic wand" promises to focus on what actually drives sustainable business value.Hosted by AI expert and NineTwoThree CEO Andrew Amann, along with Growth Marketing Lead Nay Cook-Nelson, each episode draws from the studio’s real-world experience building over 50+ custom AI solutions for billion-dollar brands and funded startups.We d
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This New AI Study Is INSANE, and Claude Is GATEKEEPING
Join 5,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q048GVnH0 ___On Return on Intelligence, Nahshon Cook-Nelson and 923 AI Studio CEO Andrew Amann explain why AI progress is shifting from “better models” to better tools (memory, planning, browsers/terminals). They stress that documented processes + knowledge bases—not tribal expertise—are what make enterprise agents reliable, and warn that vibe coding can create bloated systems without proper governance. ___Resources Mentioned: Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0 ___About NineTwoThree Studio: We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work. Ready to move beyond generic tools like ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0
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The #1 Mistake Companies Make Building AI Agents
Join 5,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q048GVnH0___Multi-agent workflows are exciting, but are they necessary? Or, are they decreasing output quality and making it harder for companies to build reliable internal AI solutions? We brought three of our own ML engineers to break this down for us after working on real multi-agent projects. ___Resources Mentioned:Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree Studio:We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Ready to move beyond generic tools like ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential:https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0
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How To Implement AI At Your Company The RIGHT WAY (Team AI Explained)
Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.ly/Q045C0780___This episode covers Andrew's take that every employee should be "vibe coding" — but only on top of their company's own infrastructure and data, not generic AI. He walks through seven levels of AI fluency that mirror how people naturally learn, from basic prompting up to building full systems and then rebuilding from a clean PRD. The bigger point is that smart CEOs don't just slap AI on sales and marketing — they identify operational bottlenecks first, which is where the real 10x results come from.___Connect with Andrew Amann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewamann/Connect with Nahshon Cook-Nelson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naycook/___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.ly/Q045C0gD0
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What The Block AI Layoffs Really Mean (It's Not Over)
Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.ly/Q045C0780___Jack Dorsey recently announced that Block was laying off 4,000 people due to AI implementation. In this episode of the Return on Intelligence podcasts, we break down what this news really means and how executives and employees can prepare themselves for the future___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.ly/Q045C0gD0
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OpenClaw Is More of A Security Risk Than You Think
Apply for a free AI Strategy Session: https://hubs.li/Q0433FqJ0___Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.li/Q03-40T_0___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here:https://hubs.li/Q03Z0k770
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How To Hire An AI Agency (What To Avoid)
Download Our Free AI Implementation Guide: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0j_60___In this video, we give away our free guide on how to hire AI development agencies in 2026. There are great implementation partners out there, but you haveto be able to see through the noise. ___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0k770
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5 AI Workflow Worth Building in 2026
Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.li/Q03-40T_0___We're in an AI information overload, that's why we wanted to share 5 AI Workflows that we've actually implemented for real companies that you can copy___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0k770
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How To Create An AI Strategy (Template Included)
Download the full AI Strategy Template here: https://hubs.li/Q044RBWm0___Apply to have us build your AI strategy & Custom AI solution: https://hubs.li/Q044RC2g0___K&L Wines Case Study: https://hubs.li/Q044RCrj0Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.li/Q044RDzD0___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here:https://hubs.li/Q044RC2g0
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ML Engineers Reveal The State of Enterprise AI in 2026
Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.li/Q03-40T_0___There is information overload when it comes to AI, but there's a lack of practical experience. That's why we brought two of our very own Machine Learning Engineers to share what's been working best on real AI projects. Vitalijus CernejLead ML Engineerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vitalijus-cernej/?originalSubdomain=ltJurgis SamaitisMachine Learning Engineerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jurgis-mantas-samaitis/?originalSubdomain=lt___About NineTwoThree AI Studio:NineTwoThree is an award-winning AI Product Studio that helps enterprises bridge the gap between high-level strategy and real-world execution. Led by MIT and Harvard-trained practitioners, we replace the slow, 18-month roadmaps of traditional consulting with a battle-tested 90-day launch window. From custom Machine Learning models to Agentic workflows, we build production-ready AI that delivers measurable ROI in weeks, not years.Ready to see what your data can do? Book an AI Discovery Workshop and get a clear roadmap to ROI.
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OpenAI Is Still In Trouble (Code Red Situation)
Join over 5,000 leaders getting the AI newsletter worth reading: https://hubs.li/Q03-40T_0___OpenAI issued a code red, but most people missed the real reason. In this video, we break down why we believe OpenAI is in trouble. ___About NineTwoThree AI Studio:NineTwoThree is an award-winning AI Product Studio that helps enterprises bridge the gap between high-level strategy and real-world execution. Led by MIT and Harvard-trained practitioners, we replace the slow, 18-month roadmaps of traditional consulting with a battle-tested 90-day launch window. From custom Machine Learning models to Agentic workflows, we build production-ready AI that delivers measurable ROI in weeks, not years.Ready to see what your data can do? Book an AI Discovery Workshop and get a clear roadmap to ROI.
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AI Expert Predicts 2026: "OpenAI Will Fall"
Download Our Free AI Implementation Guide: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0j_60___2026 is in full swing. In this episode, we share 5 predictions for the new year based on the lessons we've learning 50 AI projects in this year alone. ___Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction: Launching 50+ Real AI Projects0:42 - 2025 Recap: Engineering vs. "The Magic Box"1:48 - Prediction 1: Why AI Models Are Becoming Commodities3:03 - The TSA Analogy: Predictability Over Speed4:48 - Prediction 2: Hardware & "The Year of the Ear"6:51 - The Death of Privacy? Audio Surveillance & Recall10:24 - The AI Bubble: Infrastructure vs. Utilization13:59 - The Pets.com Warning: Right Tech, Wrong Time14:31 - Case Study: 8-Figure Returns from AI17:26 - Where We Are on the Tech Adoption Curve19:36 - Conclusion & Next Steps___About NineTwoThree AI Studio:NineTwoThree is an award-winning AI Product Studio that helps enterprises bridge the gap between high-level strategy and real-world execution. Led by MIT and Harvard-trained practitioners, we replace the slow, 18-month roadmaps of traditional consulting with a battle-tested 90-day launch window. From custom Machine Learning models to Agentic workflows, we build production-ready AI that delivers measurable ROI in weeks, not years.Ready to see what your data can do? Book an AI Discovery Workshop and get a clear roadmap to ROI.
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The Real Reason ChatGPT Created Group Chats
ChatGPT recently announced group chats: their Slack competitor, but why? _Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0_Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Resources Mentioned:Andrew's LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrewamann_chatgpt-is-starting-to-lock-you-into-their-activity-7386769897391038465-cs_0/Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree AI Studio:NineTwoThree is an award-winning AI Development Company that helps enterprises bridge the gap between high-level strategy and real-world execution. Led by MIT and Harvard-trained practitioners, we replace the slow, 18-month roadmaps of traditional consulting with a battle-tested 90-day launch window. From custom Machine Learning models to Agentic workflows, we build production-ready AI that delivers measurable ROI in weeks, not years.Ready to see what your data can do? Book an AI Discovery Workshop and get a clear roadmap to ROI.
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The OpenAI Feature No One Is Talking About
OpenAI has released a plethora of features. In this episode, we call out the ones that most leaders aren't thinking about. _Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___Resources Mentioned:Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree Studio:We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Ready to move beyond generic tools like ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential:https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0
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We Compared $1 vs. $1 Million AI
Can $1 ChatGPT achieve the same results as a $1 Million Custom Solution? We answer that question in this video. _Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___We break down six tiers of AI solutions from free ChatGPT to million-dollar custom builds. AI expert Andrew Amann (150+ projects built) reveals what each level can actually do—and why the promises of foundational models don't always match reality.What We Cover:$1 (Free AI) - ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini for emails, summaries, and basic tasks$100- Pro plans with agents, integrations, and project management$1,000 - N8N workflows, automation, and web scraping$10,000 - Professional consulting to build robust, reliable systems$100,000 - True engineering with guardrails, scalability, and team collaboration (real example: fleet maintenance automation saving millions)$1,000,000+ - Machine learning on massive datasets, predictive models, and company-transforming solutionsKey Insight: While ChatGPT promises to do it all, real businesses need engineering that doesn't hallucinate, break randomly, or fail at scale. Vibe coding works for weekend projects—not for products serving thousands of users.Bottom Line: Choose your tier based on risk tolerance. Tinkering? Start at $1. Running a serious business? Six-figure solutions deliver million-dollar returns.___Resources Mentioned:Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree Studio:We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Ready to move beyond generic tools like ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential:https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0
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99% Of Companies Are Using AI Wrong
Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___An AI industry expert debunks common misconceptions about artificial intelligence that businesses and the public believe. Andrew Amann, CEO of NineTwoThree AI Studio, challenges widespread myths about AI capabilities, implementation, and real-world applications with a straightforward, insider perspective. He cuts through the hype and fear-mongering to reveal what's actually true about AI versus what people think is happening.Resources Mentioned:Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree Studio:We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Ready to move beyond generic tools like ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential:https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0
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The ChatGPT LIE Everyone's Falling For (And What Actually Works for Business)
Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___Think ChatGPT is the answer to all your business problems? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, our AI Product Manager Ashley McKenney and CEO Andrew Amann expose why ChatGPT fails businesses and reveal what actually delivers ROI.What You'll Discover:Why ChatGPT "hallucinates" and becomes unreliable for complex tasksThe makeup experiment that reveals ChatGPT's fatal flawHow sub-agents solve thousand-page document analysis (ChatGPT can't)Why most AI projects fail (and the 3 questions that predict success)Real examples: SQL automation, insurance claims, medical documentsThe "random number test" that proves AI thinks like flawed humansHow to identify if your AI project idea is worth $50k+ investmentKey Takeaways:Repetitive tasks + clear ROI = AI goldmineCustom interfaces beat chat experiences for businessDeterministic results beat guessing gamesData requirements you can't ignoreWhy enterprise teams still need AI specialistsPerfect For:Business owners considering AI implementationCTOs evaluating ChatGPT vs custom solutionsProduct managers planning AI roadmapsAnyone tired of AI hype without resultsResources Mentioned:Case Studies & Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_zG0About NineTwoThree StudioWe've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies, delivering 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Ready to move beyond ChatGPT? Book a discovery call to see if your AI project has real potential:https://hubs.li/Q03KQ-Nd0Timestamps:0:00 - The ChatGPT misconception epidemic2:05 - Ashley's makeup experiment reveals AI's fatal flaw8:30 - Why sub-agents beat ChatGPT for document analysis15:40 - SQL automation success story21:08 - The 3 questions that predict AI project success29:00 - Why existing engineering teams hire us35:50 - Red flags that kill AI projects41:30 - What every AI decision-maker needs to know
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The New ChatGPT Agent Scam (How to Avoid It)
🚨 ChatGPT Agent Mode has a DARK SIDE no one talks about. Prompt injection scams could compromise your business data instantly.___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___Everyone's hyped about ChatGPT agents and AI connectors, but what about the security risks? In this episode, we expose the vulnerabilities that OpenAI and other companies don't want you to know about.You'll discover:✅ Why ChatGPT agents are NOT secure for business use✅ How prompt injection attacks actually work✅ Real-world scam scenarios targeting AI users✅ What happens when agents fall into the wrong hands✅ Why even Sam Altman warns users not to trust itPerfect for business owners, developers, and AI enthusiasts who want to protect themselves before implementing AI agents.Resources & Protection🔗 SECURITY RESOURCES: https://ninetwothree.co/resourcesWe've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0k770
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Machine Learning Engineer Simplifies AI for Leaders
In this episode, a real-world Machine Learning Engineer breaks down complex AI concepts into simple, easy-to-understand language.Whether you're just curious about how AI works or you're ready to start building, this is the perfect starting point. Learn the basics of machine learning, neural networks, GenAI, and more. Hosts: - Andrew Amann | CEO at NineTwoThree AI Studio- Nay Cook-Nelson | Growth Marketing Lead at NineTwoThree AI StudioGuest: - Vitalijus Cernej | Lead ML Engineer at NineTwoThree AI Studio___We've built custom AI solutions for 100+ companies over the last 8 years (yes, before ChatGPT)We deliver 7-figure returns from 6-figure investments. Our team combines AI expertise with proven product management to create solutions that actually work.Learn more about working with NineTwoThree AI Studio here: https://hubs.li/Q03Z0k770
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The Enterprise AI Mistake No One Is Talking About
Apply for Free AI Project Evaluation: https://hubs.li/Q03KQ_q60___Join 3,000+ AI leaders receiving our newsletter: https://hubs.li/Q03CZkvr0___Building enterprise AI solutions the wrong way can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars and potentially millions. This episode breaks down the most common mistakes we see that no one is talking about (and how to avoid them).Hosts: - Andrew Amann | CEO at NineTwoThree AI Studio- Nay Cook-Nelson | Growth Marketing Lead at NineTwoThree AI Studio___🚀 NineTwoThree AI Studio is a Boston-based product design, engineering, and marketing studio that helps funded startups and established brands bring AI-powered apps, web platforms, and connected devices to market 📈 We’ve built over 150 products and launched 14 internal startups—earning recognition as a Top-50 AI firm, #1 US AI agency, and Top IoT Innovator 🧠 Our services range from AI strategy and LLM implementation to computer vision, chatbots, and mobile/web app development We use our proven “better software, faster” methodology to deliver rapid ROI with transparency and full-stack expertise 🌟 Clients like FanDuel, SimpliSafe, Experian, and Consumer Reports trust us to build and launch high-impact AI solutions—like systems that predict U.S. home sales with 85% accuracy and conversational bots saving millions 🎯 Want help with MVPs, AI integrations, or go-to-market strategies? Let’s work together.🔗 Learn more & start your AI journey 👉 ninetwothree.co📩 Talk to our founders — no gatekeepers, just expert guidance.https://ninetwothree.co
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Stop chasing the AI hype and start seeing actual results.Welcome to Return on Intelligence: Implement AI Without Wasting Time & Money, the podcast dedicated to dismantling AI myths and delivering actionable strategies for enterprise leaders. Powered by NineTwoThree Studio, this show moves beyond "vibe coding" and "magic wand" promises to focus on what actually drives sustainable business value.Hosted by AI expert and NineTwoThree CEO Andrew Amann, along with Growth Marketing Lead Nay Cook-Nelson, each episode draws from the studio’s real-world experience building over 50+ custom AI solutions for billion-dollar brands and funded startups.We d
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