“AI is moving at light speed, but it’s not here to replace people. It’s here to augment our expertise and make us more efficient.” – Sami Hero

In this episode of the Online Business Launchpad podcast, Sami Hero, a seasoned expert in AI and technology, unpacks how small businesses can leverage AI without getting lost in the complexity. From streamlining customer service to creating targeted marketing campaigns, Sami shares practical advice for business owners on using AI to solve real problems and improve efficiency.

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or a growing team, Sami’s insights will help you harness AI to work smarter, not harder.

WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT
How Sami’s early career in semantic search and AI laid the groundwork for his expertise.
Tips on using accessible tools like Pictory.ai and Synthesia to create video content and enhance your marketing without breaking the bank.
AI’s impact on accessibility, enabling visually impaired users to engage with online content more seamlessly.
Why starting with a specific use case is the best way to approach AI for small business needs.
The challenges of AI “hallucinations” (generating incorrect information) and how to manage biases in data.
Building a cohesive, cost-effective tech stack without overwhelming your team.
How AI can improve customer service and streamline internal operations, allowing small teams to achieve more.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED
Pictory:  https://pictory.ai  – Quickly turn articles or blog posts into engaging videos.
Synthesia:  https://synthesia.io  – An AI tool for generating videos with digital avatars.
Lex Page:  https://lex.page  – A writing tool for generating drafts and AI-assisted editing.
Napkin:  https://napkin.ai  – Quickly transform ideas into presentations.
Cassidy:  https://cassidy.ai  – For building complex, AI-driven workflows.
AWS Rekognition – https://aws.amazon.com/rekognition/  - Amazon’s image recognition service for identifying objects and enhancing accessibility.

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“AI is moving at light speed, but it’s not here to replace people. It’s here to augment our expertise and make us more efficient.” – Sami Hero
In this episode of the Online Business Launchpad podcast, Sami Hero, a seasoned expert in AI and technology, unpacks how small businesses can leverage AI without getting lost in the complexity. From streamlining customer service to creating targeted marketing campaigns, Sami shares practical advice for business owners on using AI to solve real problems and improve efficiency.
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or a growing team, Sami’s insights will help you harness AI to work smarter, not harder.
WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">How Sami’s early career in semantic search and AI laid the groundwork for his expertise.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Tips on using accessible tools like Pictory.ai and Synthesia to create video content and enhance your marketing without breaking the bank.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">AI’s impact on accessibility, enabling visually impaired users to engage with online content more seamlessly.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Why starting with a specific use case is the best way to approach AI for small business needs.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">The challenges of AI “hallucinations” (generating incorrect information) and how to manage biases in data.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Building a cohesive, cost-effective tech stack without overwhelming your team.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">How AI can improve customer service and streamline internal operations, allowing small teams to achieve more.</li>
</ul>
Want to be notified when new episodes come up? Sign up here:<a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/"> Online Business Liftoff Newsletter</a>
<hr>
RESOURCES MENTIONED
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Pictory:  <a href="https://pictory.ai">https://pictory.ai</a>  – Quickly turn articles or blog posts into engaging videos.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Synthesia:  <a href="https://synthesia.io">https://synthesia.io</a>  – An AI tool for generating videos with digital avatars.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Lex Page:  <a href="https://lex.page">https://lex.page</a>  – A writing tool for generating drafts and AI-assisted editing.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Napkin:  <a href="https://napkin.ai">https://napkin.ai</a>  – Quickly transform ideas into presentations.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Cassidy:  <a href="https://cassidy.ai">https://cassidy.ai</a>  – For building complex, AI-driven workflows.</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">AWS Rekognition – <a href="https://aws.amazon.com/rekognition/">https://aws.amazon.com/rekognition/</a>  - Amazon’s image recognition service for identifying objects and enhancing accessibility.</li>
</ul>
Want regular access to tips, techniques, and advice from experts about growing your business? Sign up here:<a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/"> Online Business Liftoff Newsletter</a>

This podcast is for new and emerging online business owners who are determined to do what it takes to reach their financial goals, help people along the way and learn a bunch of useful new skills. Have a love/hate relationship with the tech? We talk about that. Not sure you have what it takes to achieve success? We talk about that, too, plus how to deal with mindset challenges. Trudy Rankin, Founder of the Online Business Program, shares actionable tips that will help you really get your business growing, as well as interviews with experts and inspiring stories so that you can grow your online business with confidence.

This podcast is for new and emerging online business owners who are determined to do what it takes to reach their financial goals, help people along the way and learn a bunch of useful new skills. Have a love/hate relationship with the tech? We talk about that. Not sure you have what it takes to achieve success? We talk about that, too, plus how to deal with mindset challenges. Trudy Rankin, Founder of the Online Business Program, shares actionable tips that will help you really get your business growing, as well as interviews with experts and inspiring stories so that you can grow your online business with confidence.

Online Business Launchpad | Start An Online Business | Online Business Growth

The Online Business Launchpad podcast shares tips, techniques and stories from small business owners who have solved problems and challenges like the ones you face.  This podcast is for you if you want to increase revenue and profits without burning out so that you can have more time for yourself and your family and more choices in how you live your life.

The Online Business Launchpad podcast shares tips, techniques and stories from small business owners who have solved problems and challenges like the ones you face.  This podcast is for you if you want to increase revenue and profits without burning out so that you can have more time for yourself and your family and more choices in how you live your life.

How Small Businesses Can Use AI to Save Time and Boost Revenue with Sami Hero

Imagine navigating the online world without being able to see it. For most of us, it's a quick look, click, and scroll. But for Maxwell Ivey, who is blind, accessing the digital world takes screen readers, patience, and grit.

In this episode, Max reveals his journey from learning to code out of necessity (while blind) to founding the Accessibility Advantage Consultancy, which advocates for a truly inclusive digital experience. Max's story is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and why accessibility isn’t just important—it’s essential.

Max (aka "the Blind Blogger,") has been breaking barriers online since 2007. With over a decade of experience navigating digital spaces as a visually impaired entrepreneur, Max now educates business owners on the power of accessibility through his consultancy.

He's also an Eagle Scout, an author, a speaker, and a podcast host, leveraging his personal journey to make digital spaces more inclusive.

WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT


The unique challenges and tools Max uses to navigate the web as a blind business owner.


How AI is making strides in accessibility but still has a long way to go.


The critical role of screen readers, adaptive tech, and accessible web design for inclusivity.


Practical steps small business owners can take to improve their site’s accessibility.


Max’s advice on overcoming barriers, finding support, and building a business with disabilities.


Why designing for keyboard navigation first can make your site more accessible to all users.


How product accessibility reviews and his work with AudioEye impact the lives of visually impaired users.

Have a listen to this interesting episode with Maxwell Ivey to discover how you can make your business more accessible and inclusive.

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RESOURCES MENTIONED


Max's Accessibility Advantage Consultancy - https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/


The Blind Blogger - https://theblindblogger.net


AudioEye - https://www.audioeye.com


Wave Accessibility Checker - https://wave.webaim.org


LEGO Braille Bricks - https://www.lego.com/en-au/theme/braille-bricks/about

Imagine navigating the online world without being able to see it. For most of us, it's a quick look, click, and scroll. But for Maxwell Ivey, who is blind, accessing the digital world takes screen readers, patience, and grit.
In this episode, Max reveals his journey from learning to code out of necessity (while blind) to founding the Accessibility Advantage Consultancy, which advocates for a truly inclusive digital experience. Max's story is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and why accessibility isn’t just important—it’s essential.
Max (aka "the Blind Blogger,") has been breaking barriers online since 2007. With over a decade of experience navigating digital spaces as a visually impaired entrepreneur, Max now educates business owners on the power of accessibility through his consultancy.
He's also an Eagle Scout, an author, a speaker, and a podcast host, leveraging his personal journey to make digital spaces more inclusive.
WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
The unique challenges and tools Max uses to navigate the web as a blind business owner.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
How AI is making strides in accessibility but still has a long way to go.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
The critical role of screen readers, adaptive tech, and accessible web design for inclusivity.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Practical steps small business owners can take to improve their site’s accessibility.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Max’s advice on overcoming barriers, finding support, and building a business with disabilities.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Why designing for keyboard navigation first can make your site more accessible to all users.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
How product accessibility reviews and his work with AudioEye impact the lives of visually impaired users.
</li>
</ul>
Have a listen to this interesting episode with Maxwell Ivey to discover how you can make your business more accessible and inclusive.
Want to be notified when new episodes come up?  Sign up to get <a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/">notifications, tips, stories and advice</a> for growing your online business. 
RESOURCES MENTIONED
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Max's Accessibility Advantage Consultancy - <a href="https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/">https://theaccessibilityadvantage.com/</a> 
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
The Blind Blogger - <a href="https://theblindblogger.net">https://theblindblogger.net</a>   
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
AudioEye - <a href="https://www.audioeye.com">https://www.audioeye.com</a> 
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Wave Accessibility Checker - <a href="https://wave.webaim.org">https://wave.webaim.org</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
LEGO Braille Bricks - <a href="https://www.lego.com/en-au/theme/braille-bricks/about">https://www.lego.com/en-au/theme/braille-bricks/about</a>
</li>
</ul>

Navigating Web Accessibility with Blind But Unstoppable Maxwell Ivey

Ever wonder how you could build a seven-figure business purely through SEO? Edd Dawson has done it—and he’s here to share how. He’s cracked the code on driving millions of visitors to websites, generating serious revenue, and selling his businesses for over a million dollars. If you’ve ever questioned whether SEO is still relevant in a world of AI dominance, this episode is for you. Edd dives into how SEO has evolved and its future alongside AI advancements.

Edd Dawson is a 20-year veteran of the SEO industry, having launched one of the UK's first broadband comparison sites. He has built and sold multiple high-traffic websites and continues to operate a seven-figure portfolio today. His experience spans SEO, affiliate marketing, and software as a service (SaaS) tools, making him the perfect guide to navigate today’s digital landscape.

WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT:
The evolution of SEO from early internet days to its current role alongside AI.
The key to building SEO strategies around user questions instead of chasing high-volume keywords.
How AI is affecting SEO and what it means for search engines like Google.
The importance of creating human-centered content for both users and large language models like ChatGPT.
Why writing expert-level content is crucial for future SEO success.
The shift in the affiliate and display advertising landscape due to Google's updates.
How to balance content creation between selling and educating audiences.

You won’t want to miss this fascinating conversation with SEO expert Edd Dawson. Tune in now, and if you want to stay in the loop on upcoming episodes, sign up here.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Edd Dawson's SEO tool: Keywords People Use
Edd’s website:  edddawson.com

Want regular access to tips, techniques, and advice from experts about growing your business? Sign up here.

Ever wonder how you could build a seven-figure business purely through SEO? Edd Dawson has done it—and he’s here to share how. He’s cracked the code on driving millions of visitors to websites, generating serious revenue, and selling his businesses for over a million dollars. If you’ve ever questioned whether SEO is still relevant in a world of AI dominance, this episode is for you. Edd dives into how SEO has evolved and its future alongside AI advancements.
Edd Dawson is a 20-year veteran of the SEO industry, having launched one of the UK's first broadband comparison sites. He has built and sold multiple high-traffic websites and continues to operate a seven-figure portfolio today. His experience spans SEO, affiliate marketing, and software as a service (SaaS) tools, making him the perfect guide to navigate today’s digital landscape.
WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The evolution of SEO from early internet days to its current role alongside AI.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The key to building SEO strategies around user questions instead of chasing high-volume keywords.</li>
<li aria-level="1">How AI is affecting SEO and what it means for search engines like Google.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The importance of creating human-centered content for both users and large language models like ChatGPT.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why writing expert-level content is crucial for future SEO success.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The shift in the affiliate and display advertising landscape due to Google's updates.</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to balance content creation between selling and educating audiences.</li>
</ul>
You won’t want to miss this fascinating conversation with SEO expert Edd Dawson. Tune in now, and if you want to stay in the loop on upcoming episodes, <a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/">sign up here</a>.<a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/"> </a>
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Edd Dawson's SEO tool:<a href="https://keywordspeopleuse.com"> Keywords People Use</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Edd’s website:  <a href="http://edddawson.com">edddawson.com</a> </li>
</ul>
Want regular access to tips, techniques, and advice from experts about growing your business? <a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter/">Sign up here</a>.

How SEO Still Pays Big in an AI World With SEO Expert Edd Dawson

Confidence doesn't magically appear overnight. It’s built step by step, just like a muscle. In this episode, you'll discover nine actionable habits that will help you silence your inner critic and move forward with unwavering confidence. Ready to strengthen your confidence muscle?

This episode dives into nine essential habits that help build lasting confidence, from breaking down intimidating tasks to celebrating small wins and learning from rejection.

Want to learn how to build lasting confidence? Listen to this episode now! 

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Resources Mentioned:
The Power of Small Wins (Harvard Business Review article by Teresa M. Amabile and Stephen J. Kramer)
No time to listen?  Read the blog post that this episode is based on

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Confidence doesn't magically appear overnight. It’s built step by step, just like a muscle. In this episode, you'll discover nine actionable habits that will help you silence your inner critic and move forward with unwavering confidence. Ready to strengthen your confidence muscle?
This episode dives into nine essential habits that help build lasting confidence, from breaking down intimidating tasks to celebrating small wins and learning from rejection.
Want to learn how to build lasting confidence? Listen to this episode now! 
Want to be notified when new episodes come up?<a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter"> Sign up here</a>.
Resources Mentioned:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://hbr.org/2011/05/the-power-of-small-wins">The Power of Small Wins</a> (Harvard Business Review article by Teresa M. Amabile and Stephen J. Kramer)</li>
<li aria-level="1">No time to listen?  Read the <a href="https://www.freelancewritersonline.com/using-smart-habits-to-build-confidence/">blog post that this episode is based on</a></li>
</ul>
Invitation: Want regular access to tips, techniques, and advice from experts about growing your business?<a href="https://onlinebusinessliftoff.com/newsletter"> Sign up here</a>.

How Small Businesses Can Use AI to Save Time and Boost Revenue with Sami Hero

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