• EP 001 | The Future of Thought Leadership Is Automated!
    Sep 30 2025

    The Future of Thought Leadership Is Automated! | Automated Thought Leader Podcast Ep. 1


    Welcome to the very first episode of the Automated Thought Leader Podcast with Kimberly Inez Mays.

    In this episode, Kimberly breaks down what it really means to be an Automated Thought Leader—and why it’s not about being on a stage or in the spotlight, but about working smarter, buying back your time, and using AI and automation with confidence.

    If you’re a solopreneur, team leader, or small business owner, you’ll learn how to move from chaos to clarity and start leading with strategy, systems, and swagger.


    Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & What This Podcast Is About01:00 – What is an Automated Thought Leader?03:00 – Overcoming tech overwhelm and fear of AI05:00 – Kimberly’s journey from web design to AI strategist08:00 – Why automation matters for today’s businesses10:00 – Using AI to work smarter, not harder12:00 – Resources: AI Systems Scorecard and Insight Sessions


    What You’ll Learn

    • Why “thought leadership” isn’t just for people on big stages

    • The definition of an Automated Thought Leader

    • How to navigate AI overwhelm and fast-moving tech

    • The mindset shift for embracing automation without losing your human touch


    Resources & Mentions

    • Take the AI Systems Scorecard: ⁠https://ai.kimberlyinezmays.com/ai-scorecard-quiz⁠

    • Book an Automation Insight Session: ⁠https://automate.kimberlyinezmays.com/⁠

    Connect with KimberlyWebsite: ⁠https://kimberlyinezmays.com⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyinezmays/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@kimberlyinezmays⁠

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