Episode #15 - Navigating AI in 2026: Opportunities and Challenges
Fri Jan 16 2026
In this episode, Sean and Paul discuss the challenges and opportunities that AI presents for businesses in 2026. They reflect on the fears surrounding AI and the importance of embracing it as a tool for productivity. The conversation covers the 10-80-10 rule, which emphasizes the role of humans in strategy and quality control while AI handles the execution. They also explore practical applications of AI in business planning, financial projections, and establishing accountability through AI agents. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of AI in business and the regulatory landscape.
Takeaways
AI is a tool for productivity, not a replacement.
The 10-80-10 rule redefines roles in business.
Use AI for critical analysis, not decision-making.
Establish accountability with AI agents.
Data-driven insights are crucial for decision-making.
Weekly course corrections can enhance business success.
Profit is essential for innovation and growth.
AI can automate financial projections and simulations.
Embrace AI to navigate the complexities of business.
The regulatory landscape for AI is evolving rapidly.
Have a question? Get in touch here
Paul Rhodes - paul@ggapps.co.uk
Sean Sale - sean@justapplications.co.uk
Resources:
Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/atomic-habits-the-life-changing-million-copy-1-bestseller-james-clear/2458373?ean=9781847941831&next=t
Profit First by Mike Michaelowicz - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/profit-first-mike-michalowicz/400a882cfa85766b?ean=9780735214149&next=t
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In this episode, Sean and Paul discuss the challenges and opportunities that AI presents for businesses in 2026. They reflect on the fears surrounding AI and the importance of embracing it as a tool for productivity. The conversation covers the 10-80-10 rule, which emphasizes the role of humans in strategy and quality control while AI handles the execution. They also explore practical applications of AI in business planning, financial projections, and establishing accountability through AI agents. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of AI in business and the regulatory landscape. Takeaways AI is a tool for productivity, not a replacement. The 10-80-10 rule redefines roles in business. Use AI for critical analysis, not decision-making. Establish accountability with AI agents. Data-driven insights are crucial for decision-making. Weekly course corrections can enhance business success. Profit is essential for innovation and growth. AI can automate financial projections and simulations. Embrace AI to navigate the complexities of business. The regulatory landscape for AI is evolving rapidly. Have a question? Get in touch here Paul Rhodes - paul@ggapps.co.uk Sean Sale - sean@justapplications.co.uk Resources: Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/atomic-habits-the-life-changing-million-copy-1-bestseller-james-clear/2458373?ean=9781847941831&next=t Profit First by Mike Michaelowicz - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/profit-first-mike-michalowicz/400a882cfa85766b?ean=9780735214149&next=t