• EP027 - You Never Forget Your First Time, Touching an iPhone
    Jun 23 2023

    "The most incredible, exciting, and inspiring podcast!"

    Just a few of the ways we'd love for listeners to describe listing to this podcast 🤣


    In this episode, we dive into why new tech is getting us excited, writing optimimal instructions and what's going on in business right now.


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    51 mins
  • EP026 - Can you use Chat GPT to create a new business idea?
    May 14 2023

    In this episode of The Chief Optimisation Officers, we delve into the fascinating story of Jackson Greathouse Fall and his unique experiment with ChatGPT which he live Tweeted as he went. After challenging the AI language model to turn a mere $100 into as much money as possible, Greathouse Fall embarks on an unexpected journey that leads him to create a website centered around eco-friendly products and more. We discuss whether Chat GPT can indeed coach you to help start a new business even with no idea and inspired by this story, try to use Chat GPT live in the episode to do the same which leads to thinking about what the future holds for automation for businesses using generative AI. if you have been playing around with AI tools and have yet to understand the real world capabilities then you'll love this episode. Check out the tweet thread that inspired this episode here: https://twitter.com/jacksonfall/status/1636107218859745286 Get started with Chat GPT here: https://chat.openai.comFollow us here:🎙 Audio Podcast Subscription: https://anchor.fm/chiefoptimisationofficers📺 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/@chiefoptimisationofficersVicki Jakes - the marketing one: https://twitter.com/heyvickijakesSam Jaxx - the engineering one: https://twitter.com/jaxx_sam

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    46 mins
  • EP025 - When to ask for help with your business
    Apr 5 2023

    In this episode of Chief Optimisation Officers, we delve into the crucial topic of recognizing when and how to seek assistance for improving and scaling your business. Drawing from her personal experience, Vicki shares valuable insights on how she enlisted the expertise of an external consultant to facilitate the scaling of her business.

    Throughout the episode, we explore the thought process and steps Vicki underwent to ask for help. By seeking external support, business owners can benefit from an outsider's perspective, which often leads to the identification of new growth opportunities and strategies for overcoming challenges.

    In addition to discussing Vicki's journey, we'll highlight the importance of being open to guidance from seasoned professionals who can provide fresh ideas and unbiased assessments. This collaboration ultimately helps entrepreneurs refine their business strategies and maximize their potential for success.

    Join us as we dissect the art of asking for help, examine its impact on business growth, and learn from Sam and Vicki's experience to empower entrepreneurs in their quest for continuous improvement and expansion in their businesses.


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    50 mins
  • EP024 - How to run your business when you go on holiday
    Mar 29 2023

    Whether on vacation or taking a break to look after children, how can business owners sustain their momentum even when stepping away from their company for short while?


    In our discussion on this week's Chief Optimisation Officers, we'll share ideas on this topic such as how to set boundaries so it's acceptable to go away We also chat through insights on automations, optimization strategies, and our favorite subject of the day: leveraging AI to support these efforts.


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    45 mins
  • EP023 - The good, bad and ugly content created with AI right now
    Mar 22 2023

    In this episode of the Chief Optimisation Officers podcast, Sam and Vicki explore various real-world applications of generative AI and how businesses and individuals are leveraging it to enhance their creativity.

    We examine David Guetta's innovative ventures in the world of dance music, discuss the use of deep fakes featuring celebrities in advertising and the implications for those celebrities, and investigate how platforms like Netflix utilize AI to optimize our viewing choices and what that means for future content consumers.

    You'll learn about the process of creating content with generative AI, and we'll reflect on some of the startups currently experimenting in this space. Additionally, we'll contemplate the potential future of "prompt engineering" and its role in the development of AI-driven content.

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    55 mins
  • EP022 - How will Chat GPT affect the world of content marketing? (with Jon Loomer)
    Mar 8 2023

    In this week’s episode of The Chief Optimisation Officers, we are delighted to have Jon Loomer, a well-known and respected Facebook Ads strategist, come and chat with us about his business growth as an “accidental marketer”.

    If you are in the world of Facebook Ads, you would have certainly heard of Jon and referred to one of his blog posts for news and info on the Meta ads platform.

    From being in charge of content, product, and marketing of fantasy games for the NBA to his blog domination with http://jonloomer.com  and his Power Hitters Club, Jon has been a master of adaptation, and his story around his recent move to video from blogging domination is the ultimate story in optimisation.

    We also discuss how he is adapting his content and marketing in the new world of generative AI and what it means for education bloggers.

    It was such a great episode and we hope you think so too. Remember to like, subscribe and follow.

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    54 mins
  • EP021 - Build a startup using organic social media
    Feb 28 2023

    In this week's episode of The Chief Optimisation Officers we look at the potential of using organic social media to help validate your business ideas and also the hacks and techniques around to help you promote your business too. If you're an entrepreneur or aspiring business owner trying your hand at Twitter or Facebook to be seen, this episode is a must-listen.

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    With their signature blend of British-based humour and expertise, Sam and Vicki from The Chief Optimisation Officers will inspire you to take action and optimise your hiring process for long-term success.  

    New episodes are released every week, so be sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay up to date with the latest insights and strategies for optimising your business and its processes.   

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    59 mins
  • EP020 - The Highs and Lows of Hiring for a Startup Business
    Feb 18 2023

    In this week's episode of The Chief Optimisation Officers, hosts Sam Jaxx and Vicki Jakes delve into the challenging topic of hiring for a startup business.

    As experienced startup business owners and builders, they share their highs and lows of the hiring process, including the mistakes they've made and the lessons they've learned.  

    Tune in to hear their candid stories and ideas for optimising the hiring process to ensure your business is set up for success. 

    From attracting the right talent to navigating the interview process and making the final decision, Sam and Vicki offer valuable insights and practical advice to help you build the dream team for your startup.  

    If you're an entrepreneur or aspiring business owner, this episode is a must-watch. 

    With their signature blend of British-based humour and expertise, Sam and Vicki will inspire you to take action and optimise your hiring process for long-term success.  

    New episodes are released every Saturdays, so be sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay up to date with the latest insights and strategies for optimising your business and its processes.   

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    59 mins