Episode 550: Seth Godin on AI, connection and agency as a small business owner

 Business strategist and bestselling author Seth Godin joins Fiona Killackey to explore the power of agency, creativity, and professional consistency in today's AI-driven world. In this compelling conversation, Seth shares why we waste our freedom waiting for instructions and how to embrace the responsibility that comes with choice. Key themes covered: AI as a creative tool - Why creatives should master AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney rather than hide from them Professional boundaries - The difference between being vulnerable with friends versus maintaining professional promises Strategic decision-making - How to identify when you're in a productive "dip" versus a dead-end "cul-de-sac" Building authority - Why consistency and showing up professionally matters more than authenticity at work The future of creativity - How AI will either work for you or you'll work for AI A masterclass in strategic thinking for entrepreneurs and creatives navigating change. A massive thank you to our sponsor and our fave AI tool, Poppy AI. Use FIONA at checkout for a discount  Connect with Seth GodinSeth's Blog The Mentor Deck Bundle  Connect with My Daily Business:Instagram: @mydailybusiness_TikTok: @mydailybusinessEmail: hello@mydailybusiness.comWebsite: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned:Join our AI Chat Group for small business ownersGroup Coaching My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses ⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️   Need some inspiration and tips today? Check out our new book, Business to Brand: Moving from transaction to transformation now.    Get started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuff   Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.    Ever wanted to write your own book and build your brand authority or start your own podcast to connect with and grow your audience? Check out our How to Start a Podcast Course or How to Get Your Book Published Course at our courses page.    Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.