237. Entrepreneurship Isn’t Optional Anymore: The New Survival Skill in the Age of AI

Amy D. Love, Gen X, is a nationally recognized business strategist, entrepreneur, and AI education advocate whose mission is to prepare the next generation to thrive in an AI-driven world. With decades of experience helping organizations scale impact and build future-ready strategies, she founded Discovering AI, a platform helping families, educators, and communities navigate AI with confidence. Her new book, Raising Entrepreneurs: Preparing Kids for Success in the Age of AI, is both a wake-up call for parents and a practical guide for raising confident, future-ready innovators. In this episode, Amy joins us to explore why entrepreneurship is no longer optional—it’s essential. She shares insights into how AI is shaping the future of work and education, and what parents and communities can do to equip young people with the mindsets and skills they’ll need. Topics We Cover:1:58 Challenges of parenting in the AI era4:44 Fear vs. opportunity with AI11:05 The entrepreneurial mindset16:38 Intrapreneurship in the workplace23:16 Generation Glass & parenting27:32 Preparing Gen Glass for the workforce 💬 Quotable Moments:“AI is not a real person.”“AI is a tool that can be leveraged—if you know how to use it appropriately.”“We must move kids from digital consumers to digital leaders.”“Knowledge is now universally accessible—we must teach discernment, creativity, and critical thinking.”“CEOs today are looking for what AI can’t provide: creativity, empathy, and real-world problem-solving.” 📌 3 Key Takeaways:Parenting in the AI Age: Parents can't afford to be hands-off or fear-driven. They must help kids understand and responsibly use AI as a tool, not a threat. Bridging the Education Gap: With 13K school districts in the U.S., education around AI will take time. Parents must play a proactive role in helping kids navigate ethical and practical uses of AI. Entrepreneurial Mindset is Essential: Adaptability, resilience, critical thinking, empathy, and innovation are the traits future employers value. Teaching kids these skills is how we future-proof them—regardless of career path. 🎁 Amy’s Offers & Resources:Apply for a free strategy session: www.MeetforProgress.comDownload free tools & templates: www.DiscoveringAI.orgWeekly newsletter: bit.ly/DiscoveringAInewsletter 📚 Related Resources: Michelle Phillips Podcast: Write Your Outcomehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/welcome-to-write-your-outcome-1/id1819724499?i=1000712533899 Michelle’s episode 130 on GTTL: Happiness is a Habithttps://girltaketheleadpod.com/episode/130-happiness-is-a-habit-with-michele-phillips Laura Zavelson’s Podcast Episode about AI:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-ways-besides-marketing-to-use-ai-in-your-coaching/id1789372497?i=1000709390204  LinkedIn Post by Paul Storm about Free Harvard AI classes 🔗 More About Amy: Amy has led billion-dollar brand transformations, exited successful startups, and advised AI companies on ethical innovation. Her work has been featured on CNN, CNBC, ABC, FOX, NY Times, and more. 📱 Connect with Amy:Website: amydlove.comDiscovering AI: discoveringai.orgLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amydloveYouTube: bit.ly/DAIYT 🎧 Listen & Subscribe to Girl, Take the Lead!Website: girltaketheleadpod.comShop: girltaketheleadpod.com/shopIG: @yocannyYouTube & YouTube Music: @girltaketheleadFB Group: Girl, Take the Lead!