Time to Thrive - Marketing Strategies For Small Business
Tactical and practical marketing ideas, strategies and resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Bethany Meadows has been the president of Vertical Solutions Media for the past 16 years. Vertical Solutions Media is a full-service marketing agency located in Birmingham, Alabama. They specialize in brand development, content marketing and growth strategies. Get out of survival mode! It's your TIME TO THRIVE! Learn more about free resources, marketing training and strategy coaching for business owners at www.TimeToThriveInBusiness.com
Time to Thrive - Marketing Strategies For Small Business
AI First Steps for Entrepreneurs (Diana Lee)
AI can feel overwhelming—especially for entrepreneurs who aren’t “tech-savvy.” But what if getting started was easier than you think? In this episode of Time to Thrive, host Bethany Meadows sits down with Diana Lee, founder of Waggle.ai, to break down the first steps to using AI in your business.
Diana shares her journey from pharmacist to AI entrepreneur and explains how small business owners can use AI to work smarter, not harder. Whether you’re a solopreneur looking to scale or simply curious about AI, this episode will help you understand:
✅ How AI can support (not replace) your business
✅ The simplest way to get started with ChatGPT
✅ How AI can help with brainstorming, goal-setting, and automation
✅ Why embracing AI now can give you a competitive edge
If you’ve been hesitant to explore AI, this episode will give you the confidence and practical steps to start today!
🔗 Learn more about Diana Lee and Waggle.ai at waggle.ai.
🎧 Tune in now and take your first step toward scaling smarter with AI!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:43 Icebreaker Questions
02:25 Diana's Journey to AI
05:30 The Power of AI for Solopreneurs
06:20 The Origin of Waggle
08:01 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
19:15 Balancing Automation with Authenticity
22:55 Practical AI Tips for Small Businesses
32:02 Mindset and Overcoming Self-Doubt
36:31 Conclusion and Contact Information
Discover the strategies, systems and skills that lead to success in business. Visit TimeToThriveInBusiness.com to learn more.