Welcome to a brand new episode of The Agency Accelerator, the podcast that is dedicated to helping agency owners build profitable, sustainable, and enjoyable businesses. In today's episode, titled "The Impact of AI on Agencies," our host, Rob Da Costa, sits down with Clodagh Higgins, an experienced digital agency director, consultant, and coach.
As experts who have worked with over 1,000 agencies globally, Rob and Clodagh delve into the transformative power of AI in the agency world, discussing its potential benefits, challenges, and the importance of embracing this technology rather than avoiding it.
From the impact on work-life balance to the influence on creative content, join us as we navigate the future at the intersection of human expertise and artificial intelligence. Grab a notebook and a coffee and, let's dive into the conversation and discover how agencies can leverage AI to unlock their full potential.
Time Stamp
[00:00] Introduction.
[03:20] The current opportunity for agency owners to embrace AI and focus on work-life balance.
[11:15] Exploring the role of AI tools in enhancing agency capacity and automating tasks.
[15:30] Addressing concerns about AI tools lacking creativity and the importance of asking the right questions.
[19:10] Practical example of using AI tools to automate the process of writing show notes for podcasts.
[23:40] The potential of AI tools to handle certain tasks and increase work efficiency.
[27:10] Clodagh’s advice to agency owners in embracing AI and finding someone passionate to lead the AI implementation.
[30:55] Comparing the impact of AI to the rise of Facebook and the importance of guiding clients through the AI process.
[36:00] Conclusion and final thoughts on the opportunities and challenges of AI implementation in agencies.
Quotations
The term “AI co-pilot is the thing that really needs to be. Somebody your agency needs to be responsible for exploring AI. They are your AI Co-pilot!." — Clodagh Higgins
"If you are not looking into AI or if you are thinking it's something you shouldn't be using in your agency then you are going to be left behind quickly." — Rob Da Costa
The Future of Work: "I do believe that we will be working less because AI will help us produce more. I think we're going to have more time for creativity." — Clodagh Higgins
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Useful links mentioned in this episode:
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- Clodagh’s LinkedIn profile
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