14: AI and the Future of Thought Leadership

This episode is a bit different. What you’ll hear is a demo of Google Notebook LM.

I gave it the entire 40,000 word manuscript of my book – at the time called The AI-Powered Thought Leader, now titled Use AI. Stay Human

The tool then created this AI-generated conversation between two hosts, based entirely on the book text.

That’s what you’ll hear in this episode – the raw output from NotebookLM. It’s an example of what these new AI tools can do when you hand them a big chunk of text.

What to expect

  • Two AI hosts talking through the ideas in my book.
  • No editing, explanation, or polish – this is straight from Notebook LM.
  • A glimpse at how AI can generate summaries and overviews from long-form content.

Why I shared this

I wanted to be transparent: this is AI-only audio. It’s not perfect, but I thought it would be interesting to share what Notebook LM produced when I fed it a full book draft.

If nothing else, it gives you a sneak peek at some of the content of my book Use AI, Stay Human.

Quotes

“AI can write you a novel, but it can’t write your novel.”

“It’s not about becoming a robot, but about becoming even more human.” – Guest speaker This emphasises the importance of enhancing our human qualities as we integrate AI into our work.

Useful Resources

  • “The AI-Powered Thought Leader” by Alastair McDermott – A comprehensive guide to using AI in thought leadership
  • ChatGPT and other AI writing tools – Practical AI assistants for content creation
  • AI tools for research and data analysis – Resources to help you process information more efficiently

About Me

I’m Alastair McDermott. I work as a podcaster, writer, and consultant, focusing on the use of AI in thought leadership. My book, “The AI-Powered Thought Leader,” offers a practical roadmap for using AI to enhance your expertise and increase your influence in the digital space. I’ve spent years exploring the intersection of technology and thought leadership, and I’m excited to share these insights with you.

Next Steps

If you’re keen to power up your thought leadership with AI, you can pre-order “The AI-Powered Thought Leader” now at AIpowered.biz. It’s packed with actionable strategies and real-world examples.

I also invite you to join the conversation on social media using #AIPoweredThoughtLeader. Share your thoughts, experiences, and questions about AI in thought leadership.

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