The Agency Uplift Podcast

Ep 10: Don't Fall For The AI Learning Loop

Sean Lang

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Key Takeaways:

  • AI is a powerful productivity multiplier—but only if you actually use it to execute.
  • The “AI Learning Loop” is a trap where agency owners constantly research and tinker with new tools without implementing them.
  • Chasing the latest tech can kill focus and productivity—last month’s AI is more than good enough to win today.
  • Implement proven, stable tools that integrate smoothly into your systems instead of obsessing over what’s new.
  • Build systems first, then layer AI into those systems to optimize and automate.
  • Set clear, measurable goals for AI implementation (e.g., reduce reporting time by 50%).
  • Delegate AI exploration—hire a specialist, partner with a consultant, or join an AI-focused community to stay informed without getting distracted.
  • Focus on execution and profitability. Don’t let the constant stream of new tools derail your agency’s progress.
  • Be cautious of building extensively on one tool only to scrap it for the next shiny thing.

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