Lizette Espinosa: Will AI Eliminate Entry Level Jobs?

Lizette Espinosa has lived many career lives. After defending clients in court and later building an e-commerce business, she faced a business pitfall in 2023 that made her think she might lose it all. That moment forced her to pivot and look outside the box. Her search led her to AI. Her husband had been using AI for two years; Lizette had been using it for six weeks when she saw what she was building and said, “You are a monster.” Today, Lizette is the co-founder of System + Soul AI, where she is passionate about helping humans run and grow their businesses with AI by teaching them how to use it with clarity, confidence, and humanity.

In episode 694 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what moments best prepared her for where she is today, her mentor who fundamentally changed the way she thinks about business, what the setback in 2024 taught her about resilience, how entrepreneurs know whether an idea is actually worth pursuing, what she means by “AI amplifying human capability”, whether AI will replace everyone or not, how AI prompts could help students become better leaders, what skills employers will value even more over the next five years, should college students be worried that AI will take entry level jobs away, and how do you know when it’s time to pivot. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ms56o70-v0M

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Mike Vasquez: How are we going to finally solve the opioid crisis?

Mike Vasquez’ own mother was a victim of the opioid crisis in 1961 and struggled with addiction for the rest of her life. Mike started a business that helped thousands of opioid-addicted patients successfully detox. Mike also: – Filed the first prevention patent in the opioid crisis – Has been named to the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Hall of Fame – Received the National US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award – Developed the first electronic medical record system with AI to go public on the NASDAQ – Has been endorsed by a former US “Drug Czar” and former DEA Head, he has saved large, self-insured employers millions of dollars a year in healthcare costs and liabilities and saved lives in the process.

In episode 442 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what made him want to join Kappa Sigma at the University of Iowa, why he transferred to Drake University, what it was like to go public on NASDAQ, how college students can take a more active role in alcohol/drug abuse prevention, what made him and his wife build opioid detox programs, how artificial intelligence (AI) is a promising and transformative tool for preventing drug abuse, what you should consider if a doctor wants to prescribe a painkiller for you, how 42 States will spend $26.0B over the next 18 years for the opioid crisis, what is the missed opportunity in the 70% of people in America’s jails (12.0M every year) that would be assessed as addicted, and how we are going to finally solve the opioid crisis. 

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4rfw880BcM

 
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Doug Crowe: How do you create referrals for your brand without spending a dime?

Doug Crowe won the Dale Carnegie Highest Achievement award as a high school student, and was one of the youngest trainers for that organization. He graduated from Northwestern University with a B.S. in speech, with a concentration in radio, TV and film. His clients include C-suite professionals from Apple, NASA, Louis Vuitton, the NFL, Bank of America, the U.S. Coast Guard, US Navy, and US Marines. While Doug has amassed a lifetime of experience and success as an author, speaker and media insider, he knows the power of associating with a world class team. From producing & publishing best-selling books, marketing on the largest infomercial network in the country or producing blockbuster Hollywood movies, Doug’s team has done it all and continues to excel with every client and joint venture they align themselves with. He is an avid scuba diver, instrument-rated private pilot, photographer, magician, and father of three.

In episode 434 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Doug chose Northwestern University for his undergraduate experience, how he was able to develop the RYLA leadership training program for Rotary, what Doug learned after writing a book he wasn’t happy with in 2008, what are other ways to build credibility other than writing a book, how we can embed humanity into the use of AI, what are the best ways to build your brand, how to create referrals for your brand without spending a dime, what are some secret success strategies used by today’s most effective leaders, and how you can quickly accomplish your goals. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrTUeBXLt-U

 
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Damon Lembi: What is the 3 step approach to dealing with imposter syndrome or self-doubt?

After dedicating the initial 22 years of his life to the pursuit of becoming a Major League Baseball player, Damon Lembi pivoted in 1995 to help his father (Walt Lembi, Founder of Learnit) by investing his heart and soul in Learnit to help individuals gain the knowledge and confidence they need in attaining their professional goals through the value of education. Damon has a deep commitment to the Learnit team past and present and the San Francisco Bay Area community as a whole, where he was born and raised. Damon attributes Learnit’s longevity and success to the ability to surround himself with “A” players and taking advantage of learning / evolving through past mistakes. Outside of Learnit, Damon is an avid reader, moviegoer, and live music fanatic. Most of all, Damon loves spending time with his wife, children—Lucy and Wally, and his dog.

In episode 417 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Damon ended up at Arizona State University, what he learned by playing for three Hall of Fame D1 baseball coaches, what Damon’s dad was like dad and what was his vision with LearnIt, what is a “The Learn-It-All Leader” as he describes in his book “The Learn-It-All Leader: Mindset, Traits, and Tools”, what is the 3 step approach to dealing with imposter syndrome or self-doubt, how we can get honest feedback from our teams or student organizations, are we going to benefit as a society from AI or is this tool going to threaten us in the future, how we can build a great team, and when to use Sir Richard Branson’s mantra of ‘screw it, let’s do it’ decision-making. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZhqpB_Pk3s

 

Kathryn Landis: What are the six indicators of a highly effective team?

Kathryn Landis is an executive and team coach, keynote speaker, and go-to-market strategy advisor to senior executives. She’s an award-winning leader of Fortune 500 companies including American Express, Automatic Data Processing, and News Corporation. Kathryn holds an MBA from Northwestern University, a Certificate in Executive and Organizational Coaching from Columbia University, a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University, and a BS from Indiana University. Moreover, she is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a National Diversity Council Certified Diversity Professional (NDCCDP), and a faculty member of New York University’s Integrated Marketing Masters program.

In episode 405 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Kathryn decided on Indiana University for her undergraduate experience, what was special about Delta Gamma, whether universities should embrace AI, how fraternity and sorority leaders can motivate their members, what are the six indicators of a highly effective team, what are some of the opportunities and challenges leaders are facing today, how companies can attract and retain Gen Z employees, what are some strategies to overcome the disconnect at work between the generational differences, and how students can articulate what they know in order to get hired. Enjoy! 

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOmbroTSzwU

 
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Ben Gold: Should universities embrace ChatGPT?

Our next guest is Ben Gold. Ben spent 20 years in technology, in which the last five were dedicated to an AI-driven enterprise solution analyzing conversations. He has authored the book “How to find your next job with ChatGPT, A Guide for Everyone.” and conducts webinars and coaching sessions for job seekers. Ben believes that AI isn’t just the future; it’s now. With job markets evolving, it is important for you, as current or future job seekers, to translate the complexity of AI into actionable strategies. Ben can demystify AI, turning it into a robust tool for your career growth. Whether you’re an entry-level candidate or a seasoned professional, his AI-driven strategies are tailored to your unique path.

In episode 399 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what lessons Ben learned by being the Legendary Arcade Champion with world records in Stargate, Millipede and Q*bert during his video-game career, why he decided to go to American University in Washington DC, why he’s focused on Artificial Intelligence, whether universities should embrace ChatGPT, how college students can evaluate their best career path using AI, what you can learn from the social media profiles of hiring managers, what students should pay attention to on their LinkedIn profile, what makes a great cover letter, and how to make your resume stand out. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q56mv6pzB4

 
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Thomas Helfrich: How can students foster an innovative culture in their student organization?

Thomas is the author of the “Never Been Promoted” book series and host of the “Never Been Promoted” podcast, a platform where he delves into the entrepreneur journey, discussing the process of unraveling, liberating, and igniting the entrepreneurial spirit. Thomas has earned the nickname “AI Nerd,” hosting the AI Nerd YouTube channel, where he showcases his deep fascination with and understanding of AI systems. Thomas’ professional path, which spans over two decades, includes consultancy, advisory roles, and entrepreneurship. Among the notable highlights of his career is Thomas’ tenure as the Chief Innovation Officer for a billion-dollar US-based service company.

In episode 381 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Thomas chose Indiana University in Bloomington, how AI transformed the marketing landscape, what is Thomas’ advice to college students who want to sell their own product or service after graduation, how can college student leaders foster an innovative culture in their student organization, how students can leverage intelligent automation to streamline their processes and improve productivity, what are the challenges faced by the CEO of a start-up organization, what are some tips on creating engaging content for different social media platforms, and what Thomas predicts will happen in the future of AI over the next 4 years. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M55AUaIDt8I

 

Todd Brison: How can college students make their papers and written assignments more memorable?

When Todd Brison began writing, he had a big goals, but ultimately he wound up following a two-step process: – Write a post – Pray for attention Later, when the internet matured and creators started getting paid to post, the process changed slightly. At that time, it looked like this: – Write a post – Pray for money The first half of that story led him to a world of scraping together a lot of tone-deaf half-truths for thirsty self-improvement seekers. The second half led him to take a few stabs at political writing, for no other reason than because it was popular at the time. He could not have cared less about politics, but he still chased down that cash cow. Somewhere in between drawn-out doses of dopamine from a string of fake attention metrics, he forgot a simple truth. You write because you have something to say. Now he’s on a mission to publish words that matter again.

On episode 361 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Todd decided to attend East Tennessee State University, what should aspiring writers really be concerned about, how long the strike will last with The Writers Guild of America, how much of a threat is AI and ChatGPT to writers, how our listeners can use writing to maximize their study time, how we can use writing to create better relationships, how writing can improve your mental health, how to maximize your creativity through two exercises first thing in the morning, and how college students can make their papers and written assignments more memorable. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_tCEJXuCUI

 
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Rebecca Murtagh: How will college students and their careers be impacted by Artificial Intelligence?

Our next guest is Rebecca Murtagh, a highly-respected futurist, entrepreneur, international speaker, coach, and consultant with decades of experience working with C-Suite executives, startups, entrepreneurs and large established brands across many industries from Silicon Valley and Fortune 500, to Main Street U.S.A., Rebecca is passionate about helping humans leverage Human AI and the Genius Within to innovate faster, turn goals and dreams into REALITY.

In episode 209 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out if humans are going to be house pets to robots (should humans be worried?), how college students and their careers will be impacted by Artificial Intelligence, how come we’ve heard so little about AI, how we can future-proof our careers and businesses, how we can protect our human freedoms, how college students can achieve their goals faster with AI, how college students can adapt their marketing messages to appeal to virtual audiences in a post-pandemic world, what small changes students can make to their organizational websites to get more leads and more new students to join, and how we can make better videos that convert – getting students interested. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYqcfYn2glg

 

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