Episode 92

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21st May 2025

How Jay Owen Thinks About Staying Competitive by Embracing Artificial Intelligence

On today's episode of "How Leaders Think," Kenny Lange sits down with Jay Owen, CEO and founder of Business Builders, for a forward-thinking conversation about the impact of AI on leadership, creativity, and the future of work. Jay shares his perspective on how leaders can leverage AI to enhance efficiency, fuel innovation, and navigate rapid technological change. Together, they dive into the realities of adopting AI in agency and ministry contexts, overcoming fears of job loss, and the importance of intentional prompt engineering and creativity in a tech-driven world. Jay also offers practical advice for embracing AI as a tool for growth and staying ahead in a competitive marketplace. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just curious about the future of business, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you and your team thrive in the AI era.

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Jay Owen Resources:
Website: https://businessbldrs.com/
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayowen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jayowen/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jayowen
Twitter username: https://x.com/owendesign
YouTube URL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-K1YUElkpzAh3RfNk_xhg
Building a Business that Lasts: https://amzn.to/3GU4mqu

#leadership  #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessGrowth #FutureOfWork #Entrepreneurship

  • (00:00) - Tech Giants Compete for Attention
  • (03:52) - AI Awareness Gap Among Agency Owners
  • (07:31) - "Balancing Speed with Thoughtful Craftsmanship"
  • (11:03) - AI Shifts Student Perspectives
  • (13:34) - "AI Skills for Job Security"
  • (16:30) - "Adapting to AI Collaboration"
  • (22:24) - Navigating AI for Sustainable Leadership
  • (24:30) - AI Advisory Companion
  • (27:07) - AI as Personal Board of Directors
  • (31:17) - "In-Person Interaction vs. AI Bias"
  • (33:25) - Enhancing AI Instructions for Quality
  • (37:12) - Listener Appreciation & Feedback Request
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How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange.
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth.

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Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange helps faith-forward founders scale organizations without losing their soul, their people, or their mission.

After selling his first company and helping an agency nearly double revenue, Kenny discovered that scaling success can be just as hard as finding it. He's the creator of Lead to Scale™—a proven approach that guides leaders from chaos to Predictable Success.

Kenny hosts How Leaders Think, a globally top 10% podcast named a 2025 "must-listen" by MSN. His clients say he "cuts through the noise" and helps teams move from status meetings to strategic conversations.

Beyond business, Kenny and his wife Rebekah are on a mission to positively impact 10,000 kids by 2033.