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February 15, 2024

It’s ALIVE!!!! AI Speaks Finance

On this episode of the Gross Profit Podcast, James Kennedy sits down with a truly unique guest – ChatGPT! James seeks to uncover how AI can be a game-changer for finance teams in saving time and money. But the discussion doesn’t stop there – it also tackles the critical questions of data security and the future role of AI in business.
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In this episode James Kennedy takes a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence with a truly unique guest – ChatGPT, the AI language model.

James seeks to uncover how AI can be a game-changer for finance teams in saving time and money. But the discussion doesn’t stop there – it also tackles the critical questions of data security and the future role of AI in business.

What You’ll Learn:

  • AI in Finance: Discover how AI can revolutionize financial operations by optimizing processes like OCR (Optical Character Recognition) and data analysis.
  • Trust and Security with AI: An in-depth look at the measures taken to ensure sensitive financial data remains secure when using AI systems.
  • AI as a Business Ally: Understanding AI’s role in enhancing human capabilities, not replacing them, in the business landscape.
  • Historical Parallels: ChatGPT’s take on the comparison of AI to pivotal inventions like the tractor, and what that means for the future of work.

Episode Highlights:

  • “ChatGPT, how can finance teams leverage AI to improve efficiency and accuracy?”
  • “In terms of data security, how reliable is AI, and what precautions should businesses take?”
  • “You mentioned augmenting human capabilities – can you expand on how AI plays a role in this?”
  • “Do you see AI as a revolutionary tool akin to the invention of the tractor in terms of its impact on society?”

Social Snippets:

  • “It’s not about replacing people, it’s about augmenting human capabilities” – ChatGPT.
  • “It’s like having a super-efficient assistant who works 24/7 and loves crunching numbers” – ChatGPT.
  • “Is AI Frankenstein’s Monster or Man’s New Best Friend? Have a listen and decide.”

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the potential and realities of AI in the business world. ChatGPT, with its ability to analyze and provide insights on a range of topics, offers a unique perspective that is both enlightening and thought-provoking.

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