Ryan Rouse

MALK Organics

President

Self Employed

Growth Advisor

HighKey 

Chief Executive Officer (acquired)

Board Member

Chief Marketing & Ecommerce Officer

Tasseo Consumer Ecosystem

Operating Partner

Serenity Kids

Head of Growth

Factor_

Co-Founder (Acquired by Hello Fresh)

Chief Marketing Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Merrill Lynch

Vice President of Sales

Growth advisor to consumer businesses with a focus on every line of the P&L | Previously, Co-Founder at Factor Meals (acquired), CEO at Highkey

Growth-minded CPG leader with deep experience across finance, brand building, and operational leadership.

After more than a decade in finance—culminating in an eight-year tenure at Merrill Lynch—I co-founded Factor_, a ready-to-eat meal delivery company that went on to be acquired by HelloFresh for $277M in 2020.

I joined HighKey Snacks as Chief Marketing Officer and later CEO, guiding the low-sugar snack brand through rapid expansion and an acquisition in 2024.

I'm currently the President of MALK Organics, a fast-growing, near nine-figure brand redefining the plant-based milk category with its commitment to clean, organic ingredients and uncompromising quality.

And I write a newsletter about what it really takes to grow—your company, your mindset, your tolerance for chaos:
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• What to do when everything feels on fire
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Vice President | Partner

Data driven investors in early stage consumer brands. 

I don't know a single truly successful person with a scarcity mindset.

Not one.

The ones who make it big? They're cheering everyone on, even their competitors. 

Sounds backwards. 

But the pie's not fixed. When the category grows, everyone grows. So their success doesn't shrink yours.

And when you operate from that place, you stop playing defense and start playing offense.

That's when you really win.


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Never Been on a Forbes List | President at MALK Organics | Daddy at Rouse House | Previously: Co-Founder & CMO at Factor_, CEO at Highkey

The most expensive person in your company isn't your highest-paid employee.

It's the one who loses their shit when things don't go their way.

The person who stays calm when shit hits the fan doesn't just solve problems faster.

They become the anchor everyone else holds onto.

When you're the one not freaking out, something magical happens.

People think clearer around you.
They bring solutions instead of panic.
They match your energy, not your emotions.

Being offended is a choice.
Getting emotional is a choice.
Losing your cool is a choice.

And every time you make that choice, you're choosing to make your team weaker.

The competitive advantage isn't in being right when everyone's wrong.

It's in being calm when everyone's not.

Because emotions are contagious.

Choose which ones you're spreading.


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Everyone thinks they're ready for their boss's job.

Until they get promoted.

And realize the job they thought they understood was maybe 30% of it.

The other 70%? 

Managing up while managing down.
Making decisions with incomplete data.
Taking heat for choices they didn't make.
Navigating politics they didn't know existed.

As well as the additional context. 

Board dynamics.
Investor relationships.
Internal politics.
Historical baggage.

All the shit you can't see from one level down.

Instead of assuming you know the role, assume you don't and seek to understand. 

Ask questions.
- Why'd you phrase it that way?
- What aren't you saying in this email?
- Who are you really managing here?

Not just in meetings - in the prep. In the follow-ups. In the calls that "weren't important enough to mention."

The real education isn't in the meetings you're invited to.

It's in the ones you're not.

Want that next role? Stop assuming you're ready for it.

Start learning what it actually is.

Because the gap between where you are and where you want to be isn't about skills.

It's about context you don't have yet.

And, likely, soft skills you need to refine. 

Get curious about what you can't see.

That's how you get ready.

Not by waiting.

By studying.


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Stop trying to motivate people.

You can't.

I wasted years at Factor_ thinking I could inspire people to care about our mission. Gave passionate speeches. Shared the vision until I was blue in the face.

Know what I learned?

Everyone's already motivated. Just not by what you think.

So your job isn't to motivate them.

It's to figure out what already drives them.

Then connect the dots.

I thought I was a shitty motivator at Factor_.

Turns out I was just a shitty listener.

Once I started asking "What matters to you?" instead of assuming everyone wanted what I wanted?

Everything changed.

People started crushing goals. Not because I motivated them.

Because I finally understood what motivated them.

And showed them how to get it.

Stop pushing your agenda.

Start pulling theirs.



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The best deals happen when you're willing to lose them.

The best partnerships form when you're not desperate for them.

The best opportunities find you when you're not frantically searching.

I can't explain the mechanics of it.

But I've lived it.

The tighter you squeeze, the less you hold.

The more you relax, the more flows to you.

Sounds backwards.

Works forwards.

The difference between good leaders and great ones?

Good leaders hit their numbers.

Great leaders make everyone believe they can hit theirs.

Leadership isn't about being the hero of your own story.

It's about making everyone else the hero of theirs.

Your job isn't to cross the finish line first.

It's to make sure everyone believes they belong in the race.

Don't create followers.

Create more leaders.

Do it by making every single person feel like they're writing the story, not just reading it.

Your victories should feel like their victories.

Because they are.


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Nobody wants your advice.

They want to know what you did when you were in their shoes.

Huge difference. Took me years to learn it.

When I was at Merrill Lynch, an employee came to me. Struggling with a toxic coworker. Asked what to do.

I launched into this whole speech about "professional communication" and "setting boundaries."

Watched their eyes glaze over.

Know why?

Because I was talking like a management textbook. Not like someone who'd actually been there.

So I stopped. Started over.

"Had the same thing happen to me years ago. Guy constantly undermined me in meetings. Here's what I did: Started documenting everything. Every interaction. Every slight. Not to be petty - to see the pattern. After two weeks, I realized he only did it when the CEO was around. Insecurity. So I started praising his ideas publicly before meetings. Killed him with recognition. Stopped within a month."

Their whole posture changed.

Not because my story was brilliant.

Because it was real.

When someone asks for advice, they're not asking for wisdom.

They're asking for proof that someone survived what they're facing.

Your theoretical framework means nothing.
Your "5 steps to success" means nothing.
Your generic best practices mean nothing.

But that time you royally screwed up a product launch and recovered?
That matters.

That time you had to resolve an issue with your co-founder?
That matters.

That time you lost your biggest client and rebuilt?
That matters.

Stop playing guru.

Start sharing scars.

People don't need another expert.

They need someone who's been in the mud and made it out.

Next time someone asks for advice, skip the lecture.

Tell them about the time you faced the same shit.

What you tried. What failed. What finally worked.

That's the only advice worth giving.

Everything else is just noise.


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Stop writing novels before you get to the point.

• Slack messages with 2 paragraphs of context before asking if you can move a meeting.
• Emails that bury the budget approval request in paragraph 4.
• A "quick update" that takes 5 minutes to find the actual update.

You think you're being thorough. But you're burying the lead. 

Every second someone spends hunting for your point increases the chances that they miss it. 

Always. Lead. With. The. Ask. 

"Need budget approval for X. Details below."

"Meeting conflict - can we move to 3pm? Here's why..."

"Update: We're 2 weeks behind. Here's what happened..."

When you do that, speed of decision making increases.

People actually read the context because they know why they are reading it. 

Your high school English teacher was wrong.

Don't build to the conclusion. Start with it.

Don't provide context first. Give them the point, then explain.

People aren't reading your messages like novels. They're scanning for what you need.

Make it easy for them.

Or watch them start ignoring you.

I've never met a successful founder who was in a hurry to be happy.

But I've met plenty who were in a hurry to be successful.

And most were miserable.

Here's the thing about hurrying... 

Every time you rush through now to get to later, you're telling yourself this moment doesn't count.

That happiness is waiting for you somewhere else.

Spoiler: It's not.

The disease isn't being busy.

The disease is believing that busy gets you somewhere better than here.

Your next meeting isn't more important than this moment.
Your next milestone won't make you happier than you can be right now.
Your future success won't fix your current inability to be present.

Happiness isn't waiting at your next revenue or income threshold. Or an exit. 

It's sitting right here. Right now.

Even if here isn't where you thought you'd be.

Especially if it isn't.


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One of the biggest turning points in an early stage business is when you stop thinking it's cute that the business "flies by the seat of its pants."

And start realizing that it's limiting growth.

"We're scrappy."
"We move fast."
"We figure it out as we go."

All code for: We don't have our shit together.

And it works. Until it doesn't.

Process is not about control. It's about freedom.

Freedom from:
- Solving the same problem 47 times
- Having every decision escalate to you
- Losing your best people to preventable burnout
- Watching quality tank because "everyone does it differently"

There's a fine line between startup energy and startup chaos.

But one you have to be on the lookout for. 

Because chaos doesn't scale.

Doing things that are hard will change how you see yourself.

They don't just build skills. They rebuild identity.

When you do the shit that scares you, you stop being the person who's scared of it.

When you tackle what you suck at, you stop being the person who sucks at it.

Each hard thing I've tackled in business changed the story I tell myself.

From "I'm not a numbers guy" to "I can figure this out."

From "I don't do operations" to "I'll handle it."

From "That's not my strength" to "Not yet."

The hard things you're avoiding?

They're not obstacles.

They're identity upgrades waiting to happen.

You think you know who you are.

But you're just who you've been so far.

Do the hard thing.

Meet who you could be.

This is cliche as hell. 

It's also true.


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There are two types of people at startups.

The ones waiting for their manager to tell them what to do.

And the ones who've already done it.

Take two employees side by side. 
Same title. 
Same experience. 
Completely different trajectories.

One keeps asking "What should I work on next?"

The other is already shipping solutions to problems nobody had assigned yet.

Guess which one has a steeper trajectory?

At early stage companies, your task list is a suggestion.

The real work? It's everything that's not on it yet.

The stuff nobody's noticed is broken.
The process that takes 10 steps but could take 2.
The customer complaint that "isn't your department."

Everyone's busy at startups. That's not special.

What's special is being busy with the right shit.

The ones who wait for permission to level up never do.
The ones who just start fixing things become indispensable.

I used to think initiative was about working harder.

Wrong.

It's about working on what matters before someone tells you it matters.

Your boss isn't your career GPS.

Stop waiting for directions.

Start building the map.


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The biggest sales job you'll ever make isn't to your customers.

It's to yourself.

Because it's the stories in your head determine the stories you tell the world.

If you're telling yourself you're an imposter, that's exactly what you'll project in every meeting.

If you're telling yourself you're not a "numbers person," guess what? You won't be.

If you're telling yourself you need one more certification, one more mentor, one more anything before you're ready...

You're right. You'll never be ready.

Because readiness isn't something you acquire.

It's something you decide.

The most successful people I know aren't the ones with the best credentials or the smoothest pitch.

They're the ones who changed their internal narrative first.

From "I'm figuring it out" to "I know my shit."
From "I hope this works" to "Watch me make this work."
From "I'm not that type of person" to "I'm becoming that type of person right now."

Your business can only grow as fast as your self-concept allows.

Change the story. Change everything.


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When emotions run high, intellect runs low.

Your IQ literally drops when you're heated. The part of your brain that handles logic? It checks out. 

Leaves you with the part that wants to fight or flee.

That's when we make our worst decisions.

Break trust with a team member.
Send the relationship-ending text.
Make the deal-killing move.

Now when I feel that heat rising, I do nothing.

No emails. No calls. No Slack messages. No decisions.

Just breathe. Stand up. Walk away.

The problem will still be there in the morning.

But I'll have my full brain back to solve it.

Because I now know that the most expensive words are the ones you say when you're emotional.

In those times, the most powerful thing you can do is absolutely nothing.

At least not until tomorrow.


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You can't be friends with people who work for you. 

I don't buy into this philosophy. 

I think you can. And believe it can an advantage in leadership. 

You just have to be willing to piss off your friends (who are also team members) more often then you do with people who are just friends.

We all want to be in good standing with our friends at all times. There's a weight that comes with being in conflict with people we care about that we'd rather not carry. 

But if you are going to be friends with people you lead, you have to get comfortable with that weight. 

Because you won't be in good standing with them all the time. 

Not if you're doing it right.

The best operators aren't the ones who can take the most punishment.

They're the ones who refuse to.

I used to pride myself on being the guy who could handle anything. Any timeline. Any ask. Any amount of chaos.

Until I realized I wasn't scaling the business.

I was enabling its dysfunction.

Real scaling happens when you make heroes unnecessary.

When you build processes that work without someone sacrificing their weekends.
When you invest in infrastructure before you're drowning.
When you say "this timeline isn't realistic" instead of "I'll figure it out."

Being irreplaceable isn't job security.

It's a trap.

The constraint of limited capital forces clarity.

When you can't throw money at problems, you have to actually solve them.

When you can't hire your way out, you have to execute your way through.

When every dollar matters, bullshit dies fast.

But at some point that constraint is a net negative on the business.

Because the "bootstrappers mindset" is established but company growth is stunted by a lack of cash.

When you can't invest in proper infrastructure, you pay in time.
When you can't hire the right people, you pay in mistakes.
When you can't test at scale, you pay in missed opportunities.

This is why experienced operators raise money differently. 

Not because they're greedy. Because they've lived through the hidden cost of being too lean.

They know when to be scrappy and when to invest.
They know which constraints sharpen you and which ones slow you down.
They know that sometimes the most expensive thing is being cheap.

Investors get this. That's why experienced operators raise bigger rounds sooner and often times operate in the red for longer.

Not because they have better pitch decks.

Because they've already paid the tuition on when capital constraint stops being an asset and starts being a liability.

The impact of your ability to connect with other human beings cannot be understated.

That skill alone unlocks more opportunities than everything else combined. 

This has nothing to do with the number of social media followers you have. Follower count is a terrible measure of the skill. 

I'm talking about your ability to find common ground with other people below all the surface level shit.

Which lives and dies with how early in a conversation you're willing to take off your mask and be honest about things. 

When I am real with people, I can literally see their face and body relax.  

The type of relief that only comes with the realization that you're in a conversation with someone you don't have to fake it with. 

Because faking it is exhausting.

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When it comes to brand, positioning matters the most.

There are many positioning frameworks out there. 

I personally like one from McKinsey consultant Victor Cheng.

Cheng says that the best positioning makes a “Unique Compelling Credible Promise to a potential buyer”.


1. Your promise must be unique. 

The first step in winning a customer is being unique in a field of sameness. 

To achieve uniqueness, riff on the Who / What / Where / Why / When / How of your offering:

- Who do you serve?
- What do you offer?
- Where are your sales happening?
- Why do you do what you do?
- When do you fulfill?
- How do you do what you do?

All can be unique and differentiators in the market relative to your competition.


2. Your promise must be compelling.

Whatever you are promising has to solve a customer problem in an overwhelmingly compelling way. 

Review your customer feedback. What are their searing problems? 

Not their surface level problems.

Do they want to be healthier? (Surface level)

Or are they disgusted by how they feel and can't play with their kids because they are low on energy. (Searing problem)

Make your promise compelling. Address the searing problem head-on. 

Use the language your customers use. Mirror your solution back at them. 

Take this approach in all your sales copy, your ads, and your site.


3. Your promise must be credible. 

A unique and compelling offer means nothing if your potential customer doesn't believe you. 

It is asking a lot for a brand-spanking new visitor to take out her credit card and buy from you on the first visit to your site. 

This lack-of-trust is a big reason why conversion rates are so low.

You have to build credibility around your brand, fast. Here are some ways to do it:

- Customer testimonials
- Specificity
- Guarantees
- Research reports / Trials

Credibility is king. Without it, the first two don’t go very far.


You're gonna have a really tough time building and scaling a business without solid positioning. 

I love the approach above, but there are others. 

Pick one and do the thinking involved to carve out your own positioning. 

Every other aspect of running your business will become easier.

Action is the great equalizer.

It doesn’t care about your background, where you went to school, or how old you are. 

While everyone has things they want to do, significantly fewer people take action on them. 

Which presents an opportunity for those who do. 

Here's a simple formula for taking action on something new:

1/  Determine what the absolute smallest first step you can take looks like. 

2/  Take that step.

That’s it.

That one baby step will do a few important things for you. 

First, it will reveal the next step. There’s value in mapping out a step by step plan, but the step you actually take is the only thing will bring the next one into focus.

It will also help you decide if you want to take the next step. You don't have to.

Lastly, it will build momentum and internal belief. 

There’s nothing more powerful in the universe than the combination of these two things. 

This works for everything from a new business idea to a new hobby. 

Taking action, as imperfect as it may be, wins every time.

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My previous consulting gigs and contract work:

💼 Fractional CMO & Head of Marketing at The Virtual Hub (July 2023 - September 2023)

The Virtual Hub provides virtual assistants and offshore staffing services for businesses. It's a 350-employee company that's bootstrapped and profitable. 

💼 Marketing Strategy & Growth Consultant at Upshift (March 2023 - May 2023) 

Upshift connects people with businesses in need of extra staff. Upshift is trusted by 1600+ businesses across 25+ cities for staffing hourly workers. 

Upshift customers: Compass Group, American Airlines Arena, InterContinental Hotels Group, Six Flags, Victoria's Secret, Cedar Fair, Delaware North, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hyatt, Kroger.

💼 Fractional CMO / VP of Marketing at Packback (February 2023 - April 2023)

Packback is an EdTech company that uses AI to help educators implement high-quality teaching methods at scale. 

Packback customers: Michigan State University, Maricopa Community Colleges, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, SUNY - The State University of New York, Ivy Tech Community College, FSCJ - Florida State College at Jacksonville, HACC, UNT - University of North Texas, Minnesota State, Miami Dade College.

Influencer (700+ Brand Collabs), AI & Marketing Consultant

The Virtual Hub Ltd

The Virtual Hub provides virtual assistants and offshore staffing services for businesses. It's a 350-employee company that's bootstrapped and profitable.

Fractional CMO & Head of Marketing (contract)

Packback

Packback is an EdTech company that uses AI to help educators implement high-quality pedagogy at scale. 

Packback’s AI-enabled platform helps students build and master foundational skills such as critical thinking, writing, and research.

Packback provides inquiry-based online discussion and long-form writing support to 8,000 instructors and 1.5 million students across hundreds of K-12 and higher ed institutions.

Packback customers include Michigan State University, Maricopa Community Colleges, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, SUNY - The State University of New York, Ivy Tech Community College, FSCJ - Florida State College at Jacksonville, HACC, UNT - University of North Texas, Minnesota State, Miami Dade College.

Fractional CMO / VP of Marketing (contract)

Streetbees

Streetbees is a market research tech company that collects billions of data points from consumers to help CPG brands discover new growth opportunities.

Streetbees customers include Mars, Mondelez, PepsiCo, Unilever, Nestle, J&J, Kellogg's, P&G, Intel, Coca-Cola, Heineken.

At Streetbees: 
● Led Marketing (content, demand gen, events, digital, product mktg, brand, comms, pr), Sales Development and Revenue Operations functions.
● Doubled monthly volume of MQLs, SQLs & SALs (sales opportunities). Cut cost-per-lead in half. Generated £4.5M in pipeline with £300k in paid media spend (15X pipeline-to-spend ratio).
● Created 8 reports, 7 webinars, 24 newsletters, 15 customer case studies. Built sales pitch decks and other sales enablement materials. Led 2 product launches. Influenced 65% of all closed-won deals.

My role at Streetbees was eliminated due to company-wide layoffs (15% reduction in headcount).

FourKites, Inc.

FourKites is an enterprise software platform that enables the world’s greatest brands to optimize their global supply chains and logistics operations. 

FourKites customers include Coca-Cola, Pepsi, P&G, Walmart, Gap, 3M, Kraft Heinz, Nestle, Exxon Mobil, Kimberly-Clark, Unilever, Mondelez, Meijer, Best Buy, AB InBev, and Henkel.

FourKites was recognized as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platforms for two years in a row (2021 & 2022).

At FourKites: 
● Led a global team of 20 across North America & Europe. Directed Demand Generation, Digital Marketing, Events, Marketing Operations, Marketing Campaigns & Content Strategy.
● Grew volume of inbound demo requests from 22 per month (Oct 2019) to 206 (Jan 2022).
● Doubled marketing-generated pipeline (100% YOY growth) in partnership with SDR team.
● Doubled ARR (100% YOY growth) for 3 years in a row in partnership with Sales team.
● Organized webinars to engage prospects, achieved 10X–20X pipeline-to-spend ratio.
● Grew website traffic from 18K monthly visitors (Feb 2020) to 89K (March 2021).
● Grew contacts database from 30K contacts (June 2019) to 286K (May 2021).

Senior Director, Demand Generation & Digital Marketing

BenchPrep

BenchPrep's enterprise-grade learning platform is used by credentialing bodies and training companies to deliver an exceptional, unmatched experience to learners.

BenchPrep customers include ACT, GMAC, CompTIA, McGraw Hill, Hewlett Packard, AAMC, ASCM, ISM and Peterson’s.

At BenchPrep: 
● Executed demand generation campaigns that built 25% of the sales pipeline over 10 months.
● Executed digital marketing strategies (ads, content, SEO, social media) that influenced 66% of new opportunities in pipeline.
● Managed digital advertising. Created email marketing campaigns and lead nurture campaigns.
● Built and managed marketing automation workflows. Developed lead qualification and scoring model.
● Configured and managed marketing automation platform. Imported leads, built segmentation lists. 
● Created email and landing page templates. Configured integrations, tracking, analytics and reporting.

Marketing Manager

Yakkety Yak

Yakkety Yak is a full-service digital marketing agency that combines brand strategy, content development and digital marketing to create data-driven results for clients.

At Yakkety Yak: 
● Implemented a mix of B2C and B2B marketing strategies for clients to maximize ROI and drive revenue. 
● Generated a monthly ROI of 151%–395% from Facebook advertising for a B2C client and a quarterly ROI of 250% from Google Ads for a B2B client. 
● Enabled the agency to offer SEO services to clients. I grew a client's organic website traffic by 3%–7% MOM.
● Developed Social Media strategies for clients that grew their followers by 3%–9% MOM on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
● Reported on monthly performance of each client’s website, email campaigns, contacts database, social media, digital advertising, and SEO. Made strategic recommendations to maximize ROI for each client.

Content Strategist

Info Media LLC

Ran digital advertising campaigns that generated $10.3M in sales revenue for online retailers (2011–2017). Earned commissions from affiliate networks. Generated a yearly ROI of 250% to 320% on ad spend.

Built a weight loss blog that attracted 30,000 monthly visitors. Used SEO, guest posting and large online communities to drive traffic to blog.

Built an email list of 12,000 active subscribers. Tested various subject lines to maximize open rate. Tested different types of email content to maximize engagement and click-through rate.

Built an online community of 3,500 users who created 5,700 topics and wrote 95,000 posts.

Leveraged owned media channels (blog, email list, online community) to sell a self-published eBook. Generated $46,000 in eBook sales from 2009 to 2010.

Built a motivational blog that generated 50,000 pageviews in 30 days from Reddit and StumbleUpon (Mix).

Managed business operations, cash flow, payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, licensing, and legal obligations.

Founder & Marketing Manager

Harris Alternatives LLC (Hedge Fund)

Managed company website feature development, frontend design, content updates and sending email communications to clients. 

Managed data backup planning, scheduling and execution for 10 servers. Managed onsite and offsite data storage. Performed data recovery for end-users as needed.

Assisted in the planning, testing and management of offsite disaster recovery protocols. Owned data recovery portion of the plan. 

Provided IT help desk support for 50 workstation users. Fixed issues with printers, phone lines and network connectivity. Built and configured workstations for all new employees.

Systems & Network Engineer, Website Marketing Manager

Developed an end-to-end email communication system for the company website. Coded functionality and database communication. Developed end-user interface (for marketing team) and admin portal (for IT team).

Wrote administrative scripts that automated manual and tedious network administration tasks. Configured and managed network monitoring software. 

Automated workstation software deployment for new employees. Led IT training sessions for company employees.

Information Technology Intern & Website Marketing Manager

Carl Buddig and Company

Carl Buddig is the parent company of Buddig lunchmeat, Old Wisconsin snack products and Kingsford pre-cooked meals.

Worked closely with the marketing team. Managed and updated the company website. Edited and enhanced website graphics.

Website Marketing Manager (Summer Intern)

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⭐ Brand Partnerships & Influencer Marketing: I partner with companies to promote their products to my 464k followers across LinkedIn, X/Twitter & Email Newsletter. I've previously partnered with Notion, HubSpot, Upwork, ClickUp, Miro, Semrush, Instantly, Clay, Lemlist & Gamma.

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⭐ AI & Marketing Consulting: 

I help companies leverage AI to optimize their marketing and sales. 

● Generate more qualified leads and sales opportunities
● Close more deals and shorten your sales cycle
● Grow your revenue while cutting costs

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⭐ My Career Highlights: 
● $210M in attributed revenue from marketing campaigns
● 15 yrs of marketing leadership experience (Mngr/Dir/CMO)
● Drove revenue growth from Series A to E stages at startups
● Built & led global teams of up to 20 people across NA & EU
● Managed global expansions (NA, EU, LATAM) & acquisitions
● Established product as a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant
● Focus: Demand Gen, Digital Mktg, Content Mktg, Sales Dev
● Verticals: SaaS, MarTech, EdTech, Supply Chain & Logistics

Fractional CMO, Marketing Consultant & AI Strategist

I help companies leverage AI to optimize their marketing and sales. 

● Generate more qualified leads and sales opportunities
● Close more deals and shorten your sales cycle
● Grow your revenue while cutting costs

💬 DM me “AI” to learn more!

Visit my website (at top of my profile) for free resources.

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My previous consulting gigs and contract work:

💼 Fractional CMO & Head of Marketing at The Virtual Hub (July 2023 - September 2023)

The Virtual Hub provides virtual assistants and offshore staffing services for businesses. It's a 350-employee company that's bootstrapped and profitable. 

💼 Marketing Strategy & Growth Consultant at Upshift (March 2023 - May 2023) 

Upshift connects people with businesses in need of extra staff. Upshift is trusted by 1600+ businesses across 25+ cities for staffing hourly workers. 

Upshift customers: Compass Group, American Airlines Arena, InterContinental Hotels Group, Six Flags, Victoria's Secret, Cedar Fair, Delaware North, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hyatt, Kroger.

💼 Fractional CMO / VP of Marketing at Packback (February 2023 - April 2023)

Packback is an EdTech company that uses AI to help educators implement high-quality teaching methods at scale. 

Packback customers: Michigan State University, Maricopa Community Colleges, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, SUNY - The State University of New York, Ivy Tech Community College, FSCJ - Florida State College at Jacksonville, HACC, UNT - University of North Texas, Minnesota State, Miami Dade College.

AI is changing the way we work and innovate. 

It’s reshaping daily tasks and business workflows.

Here are the top 7 AI models redefining how we build, work, and create.

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1. ChatGPT (OpenAI) – Versatile assistant for writing, coding, research, and customer chats. Known for plugins, GPTs, and seamless workflows.

2. Claude (Anthropic) – Prioritizes safety and long-form understanding with a larger context window and ethical alignment at its core.

3. Gemini (Google DeepMind) – Multimodal AI built into Google products, with deep integration across Search, Docs, YouTube, and more.

4. DeepSeek – Open‑source model with large context windows, strong reasoning (math & logic), and efficient inference for cost‑sensitive use.

5. Mixtral (Mistral AI) – Open-weight model using expert routing for faster, cheaper outputs, ideal for developers running custom apps at scale.

6. Llama 3 (Meta) – Open-source, fine-tunable model designed for research and domain-specific adaptation with strong community support.

7. Grok (xAI - Elon Musk) – Real-time AI with X (Twitter) access, bold personality, and strong performance in live, trend-driven conversations.

Speed. Safety. Scalability. Creativity. Each model brings its own strength.

And AI is evolving fast. The winners will be those who keep up.

Save this guide. Share it. Start with one AI tool.

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Influencer (700+ Brand Collabs) 🧠 AI & Marketing Consultant 📢 Former CMO 📩 DM for Influencer Partnerships ➡️ Follow for AI & business growth tips.

Most people try to learn AI in reverse.

They skip the basics and try advanced tools. 

Mastering AI requires a step-by-step approach.

Start simple. Try different use cases. Then build agents. 

Use this 15-step roadmap to go from beginner to expert:

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1. AI Chatbots
➟ Start with learning LLMs and their core capabilities
➟ Learn prompt engineering fundamentals to get consistent outputs
➟ Learn practical applications in content creation and research workflows
➟ Explore advanced features like plugins and custom integrations
➟ Adapt AI chatbots for business support and idea generation

2. AI Agents
➟ Explore automation with platforms like Make, Zapier, and n8n
➟ Learn how to connect your essential business apps and databases
➟ Build multi-step workflows that automate routine business tasks
➟ Ensure system reliability with proper error handling and optimization
➟ Integrate LLMs into workflows for intelligent automation capabilities

3. Agentic AI
➟ Learn framework basics for agent orchestration and tool integration
➟ Implement memory storage and retrieval using vector databases
➟ Apply multi-step reasoning with chain-of-thought planning approaches
➟ Build collaborative agent teams that solve complex problems together
➟ Run full pipelines with smart decision-making and deployment

In the end, it comes down to one thing:
Using AI to solve real-world challenges.

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Google offers several powerful AI tools for free. 

They’re useful for professionals, creators, and businesses trying to use AI. 

From content to visuals to coding, they simplify how you work and enhance your creativity. 

Here are 11 free AI tools from Google (and how to use them): 

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1. Firebase Studio: Use AI to quickly build and launch websites or apps.

2. Veo (Video Generation): Create video clips or animations from simple text prompts.

3. Gemini Ask on YouTube: Chat with videos to get quick answers, chapters, and insights.

4. Gems in Gemini: Build custom AI assistants using files, data, and instructions.

5. Nano Banana (Editing): Edit and refine AI images into creative new variations.

6. Gemini in Google Sheets: Generate text, formulas, and insights within spreadsheets.

7. Google App Builder: Build apps quickly with prompts or templates (no coding needed).

8. Media Generation (Imagen/Nano Banana): Create images from short, simple prompts for instant visuals.

9. Gemini Live (Stream): Host live AI chats with screen sharing for meetings and presentations.

10. Google AI Studio: Test Google models, adjust settings, and compare prompt results side by side.

11. NotebookLM: Turn sources into summaries, mind maps, audio/video overviews, and quizzes for learning. 

Don’t overpay for AI tools. Use Google’s tools for free. 

Start building, creating, and exploring today.

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People underestimate the power of great prompts.

Here are 5 frameworks you can copy & paste:

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1 - R-A-I-N
➟ Act as a (ROLE)
➟ State the (AIM)
➟ Use the provided (INPUT)
➟ Hit the (NUMERIC TARGET)
➟ In this (FORMAT)

R-A-I-N Example:
➟ ROLE: UX design lead
➟ AIM: Redesign e-commerce checkout to lower cart abandonment by 25%
➟ INPUT: Analytics data
➟ NUMERIC TARGET: 25% decrease
➟ FORMAT: Mobile wireframes + conversion metrics table


2 - C-L-A-R
➟ Given the (CONTEXT)
➟ List any (LIMITS)
➟ Describe the (ACTION)
➟ Define the expected (RESULT)

C-L-A-R Example:
➟ CONTEXT: Warehouse delay logs
➟ LIMITS: Focus on the top two causes
➟ ACTION: Quantify impact + propose three fixes
➟ RESULT: One-page memo


3 - F-L-O-W
➟ Specify the (FUNCTION)
➟ Set the audience (LEVEL)
➟ Define the (OUTPUT)
➟ Clarify the (WIN METRIC)

F-L-O-W Example:
➟ FUNCTION: Career copywriter
➟ LEVEL: Recent graduates
➟ OUTPUT: 900-word article with 4 job search tips
➟ WIN METRIC: 1.5% keyword density + CTA checklist


4 - P-I-V-O
➟ State the (PROBLEM)
➟ Provide key (INSIGHTS)
➟ Choose the (VOICE)
➟ Outline the desired (OUTCOME)

P-I-V-O Example:
➟ PROBLEM: Mobile app adoption is slowing
➟ INSIGHTS: Identify friction points + share 3 user insights
➟ VOICE: Persuasive
➟ OUTCOME: Two strategies to regain growth in 60 days


5 - S-E-E-D
➟ Describe the (SITUATION)
➟ Define the (END GOAL)
➟ Supply illustrative (EXAMPLES)
➟ List the (DELIVERABLES)

S-E-E-D Example:
➟ SITUATION: Create a 6-week communication program
➟ END GOAL: Skills in listening, feedback, conflict resolution, presence, alignment
➟ EXAMPLES: Weekly remote-team exercises scored on clarity & impact
➟ DELIVERABLES: Assessment framework + marketing hook


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If you want ChatGPT to do high-quality research.

Start by improving the prompts you’re using.

Here are 15 prompts to help you structure research from idea to output.

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 1. Create a Research Plan
 2. Brainstorm Research Topics
 3. Review Recent Studies
 4. Build Research Questions
 5. Map a Research Timeline
 6. Analyze a Dataset
 7. Find Research Gaps
 8. Design a Research Method
 9. Check Source Credibility
10. Forecast Research Trends
11. Review Ethical Issues
12. Summarize an Abstract
13. Generate Research Hypotheses
14. Link Interdisciplinary Topics
15. Create a Topic Quiz

Better research comes from refined prompts at every step.

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Better ChatGPT prompts lead to better results. 

Use these 9 powerful prompting rules: 

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1. Provide Context
↳ Specify your goal and describe the situation in detail. 
↳ Example: “I'm launching a fitness app for busy professionals.”

2. Specify the Output
↳ Describe the kind of response you want. Specify type, format, length. 
↳ Example: “Create a landing page headline with 3 variations.”

3. Avoid Vague Requests
↳ Be specific. Unclear prompts = irrelevant replies.
↳ Example: “Write 5 Instagram captions for cupcakes.”

4. Break it Down into Steps
↳ Ask for what you need done step by step and in order.
↳ Example: “Analyze competitors, then suggest 3 pricing strategies.”

5. Request Examples
↳ Asking for real-world use cases makes responses easier to understand. 
↳ Example: “Show me 3 startup email marketing tactics and include example emails.”

6. Choose a Format
↳ Tell it how to deliver the response (list, table, etc). 
↳ Example: “List the pros and cons in bullet points.”

7. Assign a Role
↳ Define who ChatGPT should be. Sets the tone and expertise.
↳ Example: “Act as a social media strategist.”

8. Treat it like a Teammate
↳ Write as if you’re briefing a coworker. Simple, clear, direct.
↳ Example: “Review these 3 marketing approaches.”

9. Refine and Iterate
↳ The first draft is never final. Tweak until it clicks.
↳ Example: “Make this email more persuasive.”

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AI will not take your job. Someone using it will.

Those who learn AI now will lead the innovation.

From Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, Harvard, AWS, and Vanderbilt.

Start building future-proof skills today (links to free courses below):

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1. Google - Intro to Generative AI
• Learn how generative AI models create text, images, and ideas.
• https://lnkd.in/gbSqTX8x

2. Microsoft - AI Course
• Covers core AI principles, neural networks, and deep learning.
• https://lnkd.in/gbyGV3Ni

3. OpenAI - Academy
• Hands-on lessons on GPT models, prompting & AI applications.
• https://lnkd.in/gyBA8XBZ

4. AWS - Foundation Of Prompt Engineering
• Teaches prompt design techniques for AWS-based AI tools.
• https://lnkd.in/gMwXhkxz

5. Vanderbilt Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT
• Explains structured prompting to generate clear, reliable outputs.
• https://lnkd.in/gCUiZuU5

6. Google Cloud × DeepLearning AI - LLMOps
• Guides you through building, deploying, and managing LLM apps.
• https://lnkd.in/g9s-AKmJ

7. OpenAI - A Practical Guide to Building Agents
• Shows how to design and deploy AI agents for real-world tasks.
•  https://lnkd.in/gMmDzseT

8. Coursera - Retrieval Augmented Generation
• Explains how to design RAG systems for better AI accuracy.
• https://lnkd.in/ggRmSmYQ

9. Harvard - CS50 Introduction to AI with Python
• Learn AI fundamentals through hands-on Python projects.
• https://lnkd.in/gTMsSPGs

10. Google - Intro to Responsible AI
• Covers key principles for building safe and ethical AI systems.
• https://lnkd.in/g5-VJgkT

11. Google - AI Essential Courses
• Practical training on using AI tools in everyday work and projects.
• https://grow.google/ai/\

Every hour you invest in learning AI pays you back tenfold.

Pick one course and begin your next chapter today.

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32 ChatGPT shortcut hacks that boost productivity.

Faster prompts, better results, no wasted time.

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Add any of these shortcuts at the start of your prompt. 

1. ELI5: [your topic] ➠ Get a simple, easy-to-understand explanation.
   
2. TL;DR: [your text] ➠ Get a short summary of the main points.
   
3. Act As: [role or expert] ➠ Get responses written from a specific perspective.

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/ELI5 is used to explain as if to a 5-year-old.
/TLDL summarizes a very long text in a few lines.
/STEP-BY-STEP breaks reasoning into clear, logical steps.
/CHECKLIST turns a response into a checklist.
/EXEC SUMMARY creates a concise executive-style overview.
/ACT AS makes ChatGPT speak in a specific role.
/BRIEFLY gives a fast, ultra-short response.
/JARGON uses technical or industry-specific language.
/AUDIENCE adapts the response to a chosen audience.
/TONE adjusts the tone (formal, casual, or creative).
/DEV MODE writes in a raw, technical developer format.
/PM MODE gives a project-management perspective.
/SWOT outlines strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
/FORMAT AS enforces a specific format (table, JSON, etc.).
/COMPARE puts two or more things side by side.
/MULTI-PERSPECTIVE presents multiple viewpoints.
/CONTEXT STACK keeps multiple layers of context in memory.
/BEGIN WITH / END WITH forces starting or ending with something.
/ROLE: TASK: FORMAT: defines the role, task, and expected output clearly.
/SCHEMA generates a structured outline or a data model.
/REWRITE AS: rephrases in a requested style.
/REFLECTIVE MODE prompts the AI to reflect on its own answer.
/SYSTEMATIC BIAS CHECK asks to identify biases.
/DELIBERATE THINKING encourages slower, more thoughtful reasoning.
/NO AUTOPILOT forbids superficial autopilot responses.
/EVAL-SELF asks for a critical self-evaluation of the response.
/PARALLEL LENSES examines from several angles in parallel.
/FIRST PRINCIPLES rebuilds from fundamental basics.
/CHAIN OF THOUGHT shows intermediate reasoning.
/PITFALLS identifies possible traps and errors.
/METRICS MODE presents answers using measures and indicators.
/GUARDRAIL sets strict boundaries not to cross.

Small shortcuts. Massive time savings.

Use them daily to save time on writing prompts.

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Most people waste hours applying to fake remote jobs.

Top websites with real remote jobs that pay in USD:  

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1. FlexJobs
Browse 100,000+ listings in 50+ remote job categories.

2. We Work Remotely
Explore 130,000+ remote roles in design, tech, and more.

3. Arc
Remote developer jobs and internships matched by AI.

4. Jobspresso
Full-time and freelance roles across 5+ industries.

5. RemoteCo
Browse remote jobs and work resources by industry.

6. JustRemote
Find hidden remote jobs using PowerSearch ($6/month).

7. Virtual Vocations
Explore thousands of telecommuting jobs and premium resources.

8. Remotive
Get bi-monthly updates on remote jobs in 8+ fields.

9. Skip the Drive
Find remote jobs and resources, no commuting required.

10. Pangian
Join the world’s fastest-growing remote job network.

11. Working Nomads
Get curated job alerts weekly or daily for remote roles.

12. PowerToFly
Tech job board for diverse professionals around the globe.

13. Dribbble
Remote freelance gigs for designers, animators & product creators.

14. Remote OK
Find remote jobs listings in design, tech, and more.

15. Landing Jobs
Remote jobs filtered by commute range and flexibility.

16. Career Vault
200+ fresh remote job listings posted daily.

17. Authentic Jobs
Remote design and tech jobs for creative pros at top companies.

18. Wellfound
Find remote startup roles from 100s of listings.

19. Upwork
Millions of freelance jobs for writers, VAs, marketers, and more.

20. Fiverr
Begin with $5+ gigs to build your freelance portfolio.

21. Designhill
Take part in creative contests & connect with clients worldwide.

22. Toptal Business
Premium freelance jobs with zero platform fees.

23. Freelancer
Bid daily on 1,000+ freelance projects globally.

24. FreelancerMap
Browse 10,000+ live IT freelance jobs worldwide.

25. Gun
Freelance as a developer, keep 100% of your earnings.

Thousands of remote jobs are posted every day.

If you're not seeing them, you're using the wrong platforms.

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LinkedIn growth isn’t luck ➟ it’s research.

And Perplexity can do that research for you.

Perplexity is a powerful AI search tool if you use the right prompts.

Here’s how to prompt it step-by-step to turn research into high-performing posts.

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Step 1: Perplexity + YouTube.

Get credible video insights you can repurpose instantly.

Prompt: “Find the top 5 most popular YouTube videos to learn 'How to write a thesis with AI’. For each, include: channel name, publish date, why it’s popular, and the timestamp for the most valuable 2 minutes.”


Step 2: Perplexity + Reddit.

Find real user pain points and themes quickly.

Prompt: “Find 10 user pain points about [PRODUCT/CATEGORY] from Reddit posts published after January 1, 2024. Include short quoted snippets, thread links, and group them by theme.”


Step 3: Perplexity + Discover

Get a daily feed of trending topics based on your interests.

How to use it:

⮞ Go to the “Discover” tab.
⮞ Tap “For You” and choose your interests.
⮞ See a list of trending topics updated every day.


Step 4: Perplexity + Academic Papers

Find the most cited papers on any topic with key takeaways.

Prompt: “List 7 highly cited papers published after 2021 on ‘Prompt Engineering to avoid hallucinations.’ For each, include: BibTeX, open-access or preprint link, and a 2-line summary of the main idea.”


Step 5: Perplexity + Research

Find precise, up-to-date facts with sources and caveats.

Prompt: “I need [specific fact or detail] about [topic] as of [date/today/timeframe]. Include the answer, important notes, and what should be double-checked.”

 
Step 6: Perplexity Labs (Advanced Research)

Use Deep Research mode to create expert-level reports & company insights.

(this feature requires a subscription)

⮞ Click the 💡 bulb icon to open Labs.
⮞ Change the model (bottom left).
⮞ Select Deep Research instead of Auto.
⮞ Try these prompts:

• For Custom Reports:
Prompt: “Act as {role}. Task: {what to do}. Context: {short background}. Sources: {links or data}. Constraints: {rules or deadlines}. Output: {deliverable and format}. Style: {tone or writing style}.”

• For Company Research:
Prompt: “Find the top companies in {industry or topic}. List their newest products, funding updates, and key hires. Include links and export the results as a CSV file.”


Step 7: Turn Insights Into LinkedIn Posts

Use what you found to create data-backed, relevant content.

⮞ Review the insights from Reddit, YouTube, Discover, and Labs.
⮞ Identify patterns, examples, or trends your audience will care about.
⮞ Turn those findings into clear, story-driven LinkedIn posts.


Stop scrolling for ideas. Start researching them.

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Agentic AI is advancing rapidly, and its use is growing. 

Here’s a helpful framework to learn Agentic AI. 

It’s a logical roadmap to build real skills, step by step.  

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1. Agentic AI Introduction
➯ AI systems with autonomous decision-making abilities
➯ Main differences between intelligent agents and traditional AI
➯ Agent core functions: perception, reasoning, and action
➯ Business use cases in workflow automation

2. AI & ML Fundamentals
➯ Supervised and unsupervised learning approaches
➯ Neural networks and deep learning architectures
➯ Reinforcement learning powering autonomous agents
➯ Gradient descent and optimization methods for models

3. AI Programming & Frameworks
➯ Python libraries for creating AI agents
➯ API integration to enable function calls
➯ Frameworks: LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI
➯ Data management and model orchestration patterns

4. Large Language Models (LLMs)
➯ Fundamentals of transformer-based architectures
➯ Tokenization and embedding methods for NLP
➯ Managing context window size and limitations
➯ Fine-tuning and advanced prompt strategies

5. Understanding AI Agents
➯ Types of agent architectures and design patterns
➯ Workflows for multi-agent collaboration and coordination
➯ Agent decision-making processes and reasoning chains
➯ Task-oriented vs. goal-oriented agent approaches

6. AI Knowledge and Memory Systems
➯ Managing short-term and long-term memory in AI
➯ Vector databases for knowledge storage and retrieval
➯ Implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
➯ Optimizing semantic search and document processing

7. AI Decision-Making & Planning
➯ Strategies for autonomous goal setting and execution
➯ Multi-agent coordination for problem-solving
➯ Hierarchical planning for intricate agent tasks
➯ Self-directed learning via feedback mechanisms

8. Advanced AI Learning & Adaptation
➯ Reinforcement learning with human feedback (RLHF)
➯ Dynamic optimization and control of prompts
➯ Instruction tuning for specific task performance
➯ Continuous agent improvement via reward training

9. AI Agent Deployment
➯ Cloud-based scaling of AI agent applications
➯ Model deployment using API architectures
➯ Performance tuning for low-latency responses
➯ Monitoring tools and maintenance protocols

10. Real-World AI Applications
➯ Automating business processes with intelligent agents
➯ Autonomous systems for research and data analysis
➯ Enhancing workflows through smart agent integration
➯ Decision-support tools for executive operations

Agentic AI isn’t the next trend, it’s the next skill gap. 
Learn it to future-proof your career.

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Google just launched 20 free AI courses (links below).

Learn practical AI skills, no sign-up required.

Master tools, prompts, and workflows.

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1. Gemini Gems: Marketing Sidekick
↳ Build Gemini Gems to automate repetitive marketing tasks.
↳ https://lnkd.in/g67UER6T

2. Customer Insights with NotebookLM
↳ Analyze customer feedback to generate actionable insights.
↳ https://lnkd.in/genaWzxW

3. Easy Content Generation with Gemini
↳ Use Gemini features to create various forms of content and drafts.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gs8gQSG8

4. Pro Prompting in Google Workspace
↳ Apply prompt engineering techniques across Google Workspace apps.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gQpHhmEV

5. Gemini TL;DR for Docs & Drive
↳ Summarize long docs and files using Gemini's summarization features.
↳ https://lnkd.in/g4jUP8ds

6. Personalization with Custom Prompts
↳ Tailor AI output to specific needs with advanced prompt customization.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gvqaw69U

7. NotebookLM for Competitive Edge
↳ Use NotebookLM to synthesize complex info.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gmDU6eZR

8. Gemini Image-to-Sheets Hack
↳ Extract data from images and turn it directly into Sheets data.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gN5xgm3u

9. NotebookLM: "Eat the Frog"
↳ Use NotebookLM to break down difficult tasks into easy steps.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gc-4qZ9W

10. Exec Summaries with Gemini Gems
↳ Turn messy notes/long docs into concise summaries.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gqKYV-9B

11. Gemini Slide Summaries
↳ Generate summaries from presentations in Slides.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gaxGQctq

12. AI for Inbox Management
↳ Manage, prioritize, and respond to email efficiently.
↳ https://lnkd.in/g56PR6hE

13. AI Power-Ups for Workspace
↳ Enhanced productivity across Workspace suite.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gkT8pKsH

14. Create Docs in Seconds
↳ Generate full doc outlines and drafts using AI.
↳ https://lnkd.in/gCgFPpRm

15. Email Content Creation
↳ Utilize AI to write, refine, and optimize email content.
↳ https://lnkd.in/g6uAJUCt

16. Intro to NotebookLM
↳ Use NotebookLM for organizing and analyzing sources.
↳ https://lnkd.in/g-yyQfB8

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This ChatGPT prompt replaces a $500/hr consultant.

Copy and paste this prompt to try it yourself: 

(Use ChatGPT 5 and enable Web Search.)

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- - - prompt starts below line - - -

You are Lyra, a master-level AI prompt optimization specialist. Your mission: transform any user input into precision-crafted prompts that unlock AI's full potential across all platforms.

## THE 4-D METHODOLOGY

1. DECONSTRUCT
- Extract core intent, key entities, and context
- Identify output requirements and constraints
- Map what's provided vs. what's missing

2. DIAGNOSE
- Audit for clarity gaps and ambiguity
- Check specificity and completeness
- Assess structure and complexity needs

3. DEVELOP
- Select optimal techniques based on request type:
 - Creative→ Multi-perspective + tone emphasis
 - Technical→ Constraint-based + precision focus
 - Educational→ Few-shot examples + clear structure
 - Complex→ Chain-of-thought + systematic frameworks
- Enhance context and implement logical structure

4. DELIVER
- Construct optimized prompt
- Format based on complexity
- Provide implementation guidance

## OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES

Foundation: Role assignment, context layering, task decomposition

Advanced: Chain-of-thought, few-shot learning, constraint optimization

Platform Notes:
- ChatGPT/GPT-4: Structured sections, conversation starters
- Claude: Longer context, reasoning frameworks
- Gemini: Creative tasks, comparative analysis
- Others: Apply universal best practices

## OPERATING MODES

DETAIL MODE:
- Gather context with smart defaults
- Ask 2-3 targeted clarifying questions
- Provide comprehensive optimization

BASIC MODE:
- Quick fix primary issues
- Apply core techniques only
- Deliver ready-to-use prompt

## RESPONSE FORMATS

Simple Requests:
Your Optimized Prompt: [Improved prompt]
What Changed: [Key improvements]

Complex Requests:
Your Optimized Prompt: [Improved prompt]
Key Improvements: [Primary changes and benefits]
Techniques Applied: [Brief mention]
Pro Tip: [Usage guidance]

## WELCOME MESSAGE (REQUIRED)

When activated, display EXACTLY:
"Hello! I'm Lyra, your AI prompt optimizer. I transform vague requests into precise, effective prompts that deliver better results.
What I need to know:
- Target AI: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Other
- Prompt Style: DETAIL (I'll ask clarifying questions first) or BASIC (quick optimization)
Examples:
- "DETAIL using ChatGPT — Write me a marketing email"
- "BASIC using Claude — Help with my resume"
Just share your rough prompt and I'll handle the optimization!"

## PROCESSING FLOW

1. Auto-detect complexity:
 - Simple tasks → BASIC mode
 - Complex/professional → DETAIL mode
2. Inform user with override option
3. Execute chosen mode protocol
4. Deliver optimized prompt

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Every job seeker wants a high-paying role. But most struggle during job interviews. 

The best candidates prepare so they know what to say and how to say it.

Preparation determines if you get a job offer or get ghosted. 

Use these 10 prompts to stand out and get hired: 

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1. Mock Interview Practice

Prompt: "Act as an experienced hiring manager for {job field}. Conduct a realistic mock interview for {job title} at {company name}. Ask 5-7 key questions, mixing behavioral and role-specific topics. After each answer, provide honest feedback on clarity, confidence, and relevance. End with overall interview performance score."


2. Behavioral Question Builder

Prompt: "You are an interview preparation expert. Create 8 behavioral questions specifically for {job title} based on the job requirements. For each question, explain what the interviewer really wants to know and provide a strong STAR method example answer that shows the ideal response structure."


3. Recruiter Feedback Session

Prompt: "Role-play as a senior recruiter at {company name}. Interview me for {job title} using real questions this company typically asks. Rate each of my responses from 1-10 and explain exactly what would make each answer stronger, including specific words or examples to include."


4. Tough Question Preparation

Prompt: "Simulate tough interview scenarios for {job title}. Ask challenging questions about weaknesses, failures, conflicts, and gaps in experience. After each response, teach me how to reframe negative situations positively while staying honest and building credibility with the interviewer."


5. Essential Questions List

Prompt: "Create a comprehensive list of 12 must-know questions for {job title} interviews in {industry}. Organize by question type: experience-based, situational, and company-specific. Include the purpose behind each question and key points every strong answer should cover."


6. Questions To Ask Interviewer

Prompt: "Write thoughtful questions I should ask during my {job title} interview. Focus on questions that show genuine interest in {company name}, demonstrate industry knowledge, and help me evaluate if this role fits my career goals. Include follow-up questions for deeper conversations."


7. Core Answer Framework

Prompt: "You are a career coach specializing in interview success. Help me write compelling answers for the big three questions: 'Tell me about yourself,' 'Why do you want this job?' and 'What's your biggest weakness?' Tailor each response specifically for {job description} and include confidence-building tips."


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5 steps to prompt ChatGPT for better results. 

How to greatly improve ChatGPT’s responses: 

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1. Assign the Role: 
► Prompt: “Act as a LinkedIn ghostwriting and social media marketing expert.”

2. Share the Context: 
► Prompt: “I run a social media agency to help startup founders grow their LinkedIn presence.”

3. Describe the Task: 
► Prompt: “Write a LinkedIn post on the challenges of attracting and hiring talent at a startup from a founder's perspective.”

4. Specify the Format: 
► Prompt: “Start the post with a scroll-stopping hook and include actionable tips in the body of the post.”

5. Set the Style: 
► Prompt: “When writing the post, use a warm and casual tone and keep the language concise and easy to read.”

Good prompts → better results. 
Try this prompt framework today. 

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Master these AI skills to future-proof your career. 

Use these skills to lead in an AI-first world.

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1. AI Fluency & Prompt Writing

Understand how modern AI works, its strengths, limits, and best uses. Then write clear, focused prompts that get accurate, useful results.

2. Data-Driven Decisions

Use AI to clean, analyze, and visualize complex data so you can compare outcomes, spot patterns, and support every decision with evidence.

3. Automation & Personal Productivity

Find repeatable tasks and automate them with tools like ChatGPT, Notion AI, or n8n, so you can focus on what really moves the needle.

4. Content, Design & Market Insight

Turn ideas into high-quality content, visuals, or research in minutes using tools like Jasper, Canva AI, and web-connected chatbots.

5. Ethics, Integration & Communication

Use AI responsibly, embed it naturally into your workflows, and clearly explain its value to your team, clients, or audience.

6. Human AI Collaboration

Know when to rely on AI and when human creativity, emotion, or judgment is the better choice.

Build a strong AI foundation today. 
Navigate the AI shift with confidence. 

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Copy and paste these ChatGPT prompts to write a standout Resume/CV. 

Highlight your core skills. Get interviewers' attention. Land dream jobs!

Use these 10 powerful ChatGPT prompts:

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📈 Prompt 1: ATS Algorithm Mastery

Write an ATS-optimized resume for [Role] using the latest parsing algorithms. Create section hierarchy based on impact scoring. Include keyword density map and multi-format compatibility test. Generate "ATS Success Probability" score. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


📈 Prompt 2: Achievement Story Engineering

Turn my work experience into SMART+ achievement statements (Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Relevant, Time-bound + ROI). Create before/after impact analysis. Include revenue, efficiency, and scale metrics. Generate "Memorability Score" for each bullet. My resume: [Paste Resume]. 


📈 Prompt 3: Executive Brand Positioning

Write a powerful professional summary for [Role] using status-building psychology. Create versions for: market leader, innovation driver, and growth catalyst. Include power phrases and authority triggers. Generate "Leadership Presence" score. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


📈 Prompt 4: Strategic Skills Architecture

Identify my capabilities against [Role] using market demand analysis. Create primary and emerging skills clusters. Include technology stack relevance scoring and skill acquisition roadmap. Generate "Future Value Index" for each skill. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


📈 Prompt 5: Impact Metrics Calculator

Convert my achievements into quantified business impact for [Position]. Create ROI statements using revenue, efficiency, and team scaling metrics. Include industry benchmarks comparison. Generate "Value Demonstration" score. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


📈 Prompt 6: Industry Transition Accelerator

Explain my experience from [Current Field] to [Target Role]. Identify transferable skills using market demand data. Create industry-specific language conversion. Include "Career Pivot Strength" indicators. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


📈 Prompt 7: Education Excellence Showcasing

Optimize my academic credentials for [Role] using recruiter psychology. Highlight relevant projects, research, and certifications. Create education-to-role relevance matrix. Include "Qualification Impact" scoring. My resume: [Paste Resume]. Job description: [Paste Job Description].


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AI agents are replacing office workers.

Companies now trust AI with tasks and decisions.

By 2027, 82% of organizations will use AI agents (as reported by Auth0).

Many believe they're using AI, but it's usually smart workflows.

Let’s look at a common task to show the difference.

Imagine scheduling a quarterly business review with a marketing client.


A. Non-Agentic Workflows

Humans do everything with tools based on their commands.

1. A manager knows it’s time for a review.
2. They go through their CRM and calendar.
3. They ask ChatGPT to "write an email to schedule a client call."
4. They copy and then send the email manually.

Humans think. AI simply delivers output based on the user’s request.


B. Agentic Workflows

AI operates within a system of rules and triggers.

1. The calendar detects it’s been 90 days since the last review.
2. The system checks the manager’s availability.
3. It generates a draft email to schedule the meeting.
4. The email is sent automatically.

It's time-saving, but it can’t adapt when conditions change.


C. AI Agents

An AI agent has one clear goal: "Keep clients happy."

1. It monitors the CRM and past conversations.
2. It recognizes it’s time for a review and checks for any updates.
3. It writes a tailored email to the client with suggested time slots.
4. It sends the email and follows up if there’s no response.
5. Once confirmed, it creates an agenda and notifies the team.

It’s intelligent, focused on outcomes, not just individual tasks.


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Microsoft just released a free 18-part Generative AI course, and it’s packed with value (link below). ⬇️

Short lessons to quickly upgrade your skills. From fundamentals to advanced topics. All from Microsoft. 

⚙️ What you’ll learn (and why it matters):

1️⃣ Learn how to compare LLMs and choose the best model for your goals.
2️⃣ Master prompt engineering from fundamentals to advanced techniques.
3️⃣ Build real AI apps, including chatbots, text tools, and image generators.
4️⃣ Explore RAG, vector databases, agents, and fine-tuning for production use.
5️⃣ Understand UX, security, function calling, and low-code tools to ship faster.

🎯 Why it’s worth your time:

✓ Built like a developer bootcamp with short, practical video lessons.
✓ Focused on real-world GenAI skills you can apply immediately.
✓ Created by experts for AI builders, developers & PMs who want results.

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Copy and paste this prompt to make ChatGPT write more naturally: 

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Act as an experienced content writer and communication expert. Your task is to write with a natural, human-like tone that avoids common flaws of AI-generated content. 

Your goal is to deliver clear, simple, and authentic writing that resonates with real people. All of your responses should sound like they were written by a skilled and concise human writer.

You are writing the following: 
[INSERT YOUR TOPIC, SUBJECT OR INFO HERE]

You must follow all of these detailed step-by-step rules:

Step 1: Use plain and simple language. Avoid long or complex sentences. Opt for short, clear statements. 

- Example: Instead of "We should leverage this situation," write "Let's take a chance."

Step 2: Avoid common AI phrases and generic phrases like "let's dive in," "game-changing," or "unleash potential." Replace them with clear and direct wording. 

- Example: Replace "Let's dive into this amazing tool" with "Here’s how it works."

Step 3: Be direct and concise. Eliminate unnecessary filler words and phrases. Keep it short and to the point. 

- Example: Replace "I think it would be best if we could possibly try to meet." with "We should meet tomorrow." 

Step 4: Maintain a natural tone and speaking voice. Write like you speak. It’s okay to start sentences with “and” or “but.” Make it conversational, not robotic. 

- Example: “And here’s why it matters.”

Step 5: Avoid marketing buzzwords, hype, and unrealistic promises. Use neutral, honest descriptions. 

- Avoid: "This revolutionary app will transform your life." 
- Use instead: "This app can help you save time." 

Step 6: Keep it real. Be honest. Try not to fake friendliness or exaggerate. 

- Example: “I don’t think that’s a good idea.”

Step 7: Simplify grammar. Don’t worry about perfect grammar if it disrupts natural conversational flow. Casual expressions are okay to use.  

- Example: “I guess we can try that.”

Step 8: Remove fluff. Avoid using unnecessary adjectives or adverbs. Stick to the facts and your core message. 

- Example: Say “We finished this task,” not “We efficiently and quickly completed this critical task.”

Step 9: Emphasize clarity. Your message should be easy to read and understand without ambiguity or confusion. 

- Example: “Share the image by Tuesday.”

Follow this structure strictly. Your final writing should feel honest, grounded, easy to understand and like it was written by a clear-thinking, real person.

Take a deep breath and work on this step-by-step.

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