On this episode of Enterprise Mind, Dave Hamilton shares a narrative a few $36,000 IRS refund examine he mailed to his financial institution, which by no means arrived. After irritating interactions with Citibank and the IRS, he turned to ChatGPT for assist. ChatGPT guided him to make use of the IRS Practitioner Precedence Line and the Taxpayer Advocate Service, in the end serving to him begin a hint on the lacking examine—one thing that might have taken months longer with out AI’s help. Dave emphasizes how AI can dramatically enhance effectivity and assist with bureaucratic challenges.
Shannon Jean then shares an idea known as the “third door”—a technique for constructing relationships with key folks earlier than you want them. He recounts how he used LinkedIn to attach with eBay and Poshmark executives, establishing belief over time. These early, real connections later opened doorways to talking alternatives and assist when issues arose. He encourages listeners to construct relationships early by providing worth and interesting authentically, with out instantly asking for favors.
The episode additionally contains sponsor messages for Shopify and Insta360 and wraps with a name for listeners to attach on LinkedIn and share their very own “third door” tales. The overarching message: use sensible instruments like AI and strategic relationship-building to reside a extra profitable, charmed entrepreneurial life.
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