Explore every episode of the podcast The Biggest Goal Podcast
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| The 165 AI Employee Org Chart | EP 119 | 26 Oct 2026 | 00:17:53 | |
Your team can't use an AI employee nobody knows exists. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson hit that wall with AI employees spread across Claude skills, n8n workflows, artifacts, and scheduled tasks, so they built an AI employee org chart in Claude that pulls every one of them into one place. If your team is building skills and agents faster than anyone can keep track of them, this is where it starts to cost you: people rebuild what already exists, and good work never leaves the person who made it. The hosts show how the org chart fixed that for them, and what surprised them along the way. In this episode, you'll learn:
If your AI employees are scattered across tools and team members, press play and see how to bring them into one org chart your whole team can use. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| How to save hundreds of hours with Claude's most overlooked feature | EP 118 | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:16:27 | |
Alane Boyd wanted Stripe and QuickBooks in one finance dashboard, and it was quoted as months of development. With a Claude artifact, Alane and Micah built it in under an hour. In this episode, they explain why artifacts might be Claude's most overlooked feature. If you're tired of copying answers out of an AI chat, artifacts are the next step: real interfaces with buttons, filters, and live data that Claude builds for you in minutes. Alane and Micah share the three ways they and their clients use them every day, and the mistake teams make once building them gets easy. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you want AI tools built around your own work instead of another chat window, press play and build your first artifact today. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| How We Use Claude to Build Landing Pages Insanely Fast | EP 117 | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:30:55 | |
One landing page used to take weeks of wireframes, revisions (and arguments), and often never launched (or launched a lesser version). Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson now design pages in Claude Design and ship them to their website in hours, and in this episode they give away the whole process. If you need more leads but can’t spend a month on every page, this is the workflow to copy. The hosts show where the effort still goes, why one prompt is never enough, and how to keep the result from looking like everything else AI makes. In this episode, you’ll learn:
If your landing pages are stuck in a months-long loop, press play and steal the playbook. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Part 2: Use Claude to Find Your Audience's Pain Points | EP 116 | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:24:53 | |
Your CRM was built to run a sales pipeline, not to answer marketing questions. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson open up the five tools behind their 300+ leads a month and show why adding a database beside the CRM turned a slow, token-hungry search into a five-second answer from Claude. If you have ever asked an AI tool about your leads and watched it pull deals, then contacts, then notes, then give you something vague, this episode explains why. The hosts cover the full stack, from the AI note taker on every sales call to the automation that catches each form fill and booking. In this episode, you’ll learn:
If your lead data lives in a CRM and you want real answers from it, press play to see how the stack fits together. MarkView loaded successfully! This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Part 1: Claude-powered Marketing Systems that Bring in 100s of Leads | EP 115 | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:22:02 | |
Three landing pages in six months used to be a good year for Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson. With a Claude-powered marketing system, they have published more than 70 in a few months, and it now brings in about 300 leads a month. In this episode, they walk through the whole system, one element at a time. If you have no marketing team and still need more leads, this is the conversation to hear. The hosts show where Claude does the building, where they still make every call, and why the hard part of marketing moved instead of disappearing. In this episode, you’ll learn:
If you want a marketing engine without hiring a marketing department, press play and start with the system the hosts run every day. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Use Claude Design and Stop Building Slide Decks by Hand | EP 114 | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:15:40 | |
Building a slide deck by hand has been a time-consuming endeavor, until now. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down how to connect Claude to the systems that hold your data, pull the information, analyze it, and then create an on-brand, template-powered slide deck in minutes, not hours. If you're currently creating slide decks by exporting reports, reformatting numbers, fighting a master slide, and then emailing a PowerPoint file around for feedback, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn:
The episode also debuts the "BO Report" (Biggest Obstacle), a new closing segment on the biggest obstacle that teams face related to the episode topic. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| AI bank reconciliation in 10 minutes | EP 113 | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:20:19 | |
Bank reconciliation is the task everyone wants to automate, and before today's AI tech, nobody could. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson explain why it stayed manual for so long, then walk through the exact prompt that turns eight to ten hours of line-item matching into a short 10 min review. When you export your statements from your bank and QuickBooks (or another accounting platform), there are no matching IDs, no shared descriptions, and nothing a traditional automation could key off; somebody had to sit down and compare them line by line, and that somebody was expensive. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Reconciliation might be a boring task, but that's exactly why it is a great place to point AI first. Press play and start automating your reconciliation workflow this week. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Special Announcement! (New things coming) | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:00:54 | |
Automate Your Agency is taking a short break and coming back as something different. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson are reimagining the show to match where AI actually sits (and shouldn't sit!) in a business today. The questions listeners send in have moved well past “how do I automate this workflow.” They now cover finance, marketing, executive teams, and everything in between, and the show is being rebuilt to match. What’s changing:
Send over the topics you want covered! This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| AI Meat Proxies and Workslop | EP 112 | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:32:12 | |
Someone on your team ran a task through AI and forwarded the output without reviewing it. That person was a Meat Proxy and just generated Workslop. Yuck! Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down these two terms, which sound like they should be in food manufacturing, and describe exactly what can go wrong inside AI-forward companies. In this episode, you’ll learn:
If your team is moving fast with AI and you’ve started to notice the quality slipping, this conversation names the problem and gives you several things to change today. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude + Google Ads | EP 111 | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:25:07 | |
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About the episode: Micah Johnson built a fully functional Google Ads lead system using Claude, and it's generating real leads without a specialist or an agency involved. In this episode, him and Alane Boyd walk through every layer of the build: campaign research, ad copy, conversion tracking, the CSV export workflow, and the daily AI-powered review that keeps it running. If you've ever tried to run paid ads and gotten stuck in the weeds of conversion tracking, keyword strategy, or Google Analytics event setup, you know how painful it is. Most businesses either give up or hand it off to an expensive agency. Alane and Micah found a third way, and the results are already coming in. In this episode, you'll learn:
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Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Why 5-Minute Skills Beat Big Automations | EP 110 | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:20:10 | |
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About the Episode Chasing after that big automation win might be the very thing holding your business back. Alane and Micah have seen this over and over, teams planning one massive workflow while a dozen small, repetitive tasks quietly eat their time every day. In this episode, they make the case for starting smaller than feels comfortable and why it adds up faster than you think. 3 things you'll learn in this episode:
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Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| AI Context Windows 101 | EP 109 | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:16:40 | |
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About the Episode: AI context windows just hit two million tokens, and if you're stuffing yours full of information and hoping for the best, you're doing it wrong. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down what a context window actually is, why bigger doesn't always mean better, and what it means for how you use Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini. If you've ever gotten frustrated that AI "lost the plot" mid-conversation, or started giving you answers that made no sense, the context window is almost certainly the culprit. Most business owners don't realize that when AI's working memory runs out, it starts guessing, and it doesn't even know it's happening. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop blaming AI for bad outputs and start understanding how it actually works, press play now. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Cowork Is on Web and Mobile | EP 108 | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:17:03 | |
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About the Episode: Cowork technically had a way to reach it from your phone before, it just barely worked. What Anthropic shipped this time is different: real syncing across desktop, web, and mobile. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson dig into what actually changed, why it's more nuanced than the headlines suggest, and what it means for how you get work done with Claude. If you've ever wondered why Cowork felt chained to your laptop, this episode answers that question, then immediately complicates it. The file system access that makes Cowork genuinely useful is still desktop only, and understanding that boundary changes how you'll approach every task. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're using Claude for real work and want to know exactly how to use the new mobile features without losing what makes Cowork powerful, press play now. If you want more on setting this up, the free Cowork Masterclass (26 lessons) at your.biggestgoal.ai covers how Cowork actually works, and the Cowork Starter Kit ($49) has the templates, starting prompts, and Skills for building out your folder system and CLAUDE.md file. Related episodes: Tools & Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The 6 Organizational Milestones of AI Fluency | EP 107 | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:21:26 | |
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About the Episode: Most companies say they're using AI, but only 30% have even created an acceptable use policy. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson are back with part 2 of their AI fluency series, and this time they're going deep on the organizational level: the six milestones that separate companies dabbling with AI from those actually building with it. If your team is experimenting with AI tools but you have no committee, no shared systems, and no way to measure who knows what, you're building on sand. This episode gives you the framework to change that, no matter where your organization is starting from. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're serious about building an organization that doesn't just use AI but grows with it, this episode gives you the exact roadmap. Press play, your team will thank you. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, start there first: The 5 Individual Milestones of AI Fluency. Education & Resources 🛠️ Tools & Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The 5 Individual Milestones of AI Fluency | EP 106 | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:20:36 | |
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About the Episode: Most business leaders talk about AI adoption. But Alane and Micah are asking the real question. How do you actually measure it? In this episode, they introduce a five-milestone framework for tracking individual AI fluency on your team. This framework was built from a real gap Micah observed at a recent COO conference where everyone agreed the topic mattered but nobody had answers. If AI adoption at your company feels more like chaos than progress, there's a good chance your team has no shared baseline and no way to know who's moving forward and who's stuck. Alane and Micah make the case that undefined fluency goals are a business problem, and that the fix is easier than most leaders think. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop guessing about where your team stands with AI and start building a measurable path forward, this episode gives you the exact framework to do it. Upcoming Education Sessions: 🛠️ Tools & Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Skills are the Most Underrated AI Feature | EP 105 | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:25:10 | |
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About the Episode: Forget the full AI agent. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson are making the case that Claude Cowork Skills are the most powerful, most overlooked feature in AI right now. One slash command. Twenty-five steps handled. Consistently, every time. If your business relies on humans doing the same thing the right way every single time, you already know how that goes. The inconsistency, the retraining, the quiet shortcuts. It's not a people problem. It's a systems problem. Claude Skills are the fix. In this episode:
If your team is doing the same thing five different ways and you're ready to fix that, start here. Upcoming Education Sessions: 🛠️ Tools & Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| ChatGPT and Claude's "Memory" Isn't What You Think | EP 104 | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:22:36 | |
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About the Episode: Here's something that'll mess with your head: ChatGPT and Claude have zero memory. Every message you send, the model reads your entire conversation from scratch, answers, then forgets everything. When these tools claim they "remember" you, that's not the AI. It's separate software making judgment calls about you, and you never see it happen. If you've ever wondered why AI gives inconsistent outputs or seems to lose the plot, this episode connects the dots. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down why relying on automatic AI memory quietly works against your team. In this episode:
Memory is just context. Once you control the context, the outputs finally get consistent. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Cowork Can Create Silos and This Is How to Solve It | EP 103 | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:16:37 | |
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About the Episode: What happens when someone goes on vacation and all their AI work becomes inaccessible? Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson tackle the collaboration crisis emerging as teams adopt Claude for real work. This isn't really about vacations. It's about work getting siloed in individual AI sessions where no one else can access the research, problem-solving, and progress being made. When AI tools actually do the work instead of just providing suggestions, everything changes. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop treating Claude like a personal diary and start using it as the collaborative tool it's meant to be, this episode shows you exactly how. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Needs a Source of Truth (And So Do You) | EP 102 | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:15:28 | |
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About the Episode: Before you connect AI to anything, decide where each type of information live, and never let it live in two places. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson tackle the biggest mistake teams make when implementing AI tools like Claude. If you've ever wondered why your AI gives inconsistent answers or pulls outdated information, this episode reveals the culprit. The hosts get real about why downloading files and re-uploading them to AI projects creates chaos. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop making AI guess where to find information and start giving it access to the right source, this episode shows you exactly how. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| 5 Ways to Make Claude Love Your PM Tool | EP 101 | 25 May 2026 | 00:30:56 | |
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About the Episode: Your project management tool is capable of so much more than task tracking, but most teams are using only 10% of its potential. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down the harsh reality of why that remaining 90% is limiting your team, workflows, and AI automation efforts. If you've ever felt like your PM tool is just a fancy to-do list that doesn't really streamline anything, this conversation will change your perspective. The hosts get real about the five foundational elements that separate teams who struggle with scattered workflows from those who've built AI-powered automation hubs. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to transform your project management tool from a glorified to-do list into the command center for seamless workflows and AI automation, this episode shows you exactly how to build those foundations. If this episode hits home, we have free PM basics courses for ClickUp, Asana, and monday.com at biggestgoal.ai. Share them with your team. They'll thank you. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| ClickUp to Cowork: What 100 Episodes Taught Us | EP 100 | 18 May 2026 | 00:30:34 | |
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About the Episode: A hundred episodes ago, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson asked what if you could save one hour a day... and that felt ambitious. Now they're watching AI compress entire job functions into a single afternoon. This milestone episode isn't just a celebration, it's a timeline of the AI revolution in business. From traditional automation and project management tools to AI agents that completely transform how companies operate. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you've been on this journey or just starting to think about AI in your business, this episode is both your celebration and your roadmap for what's possible. Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Builds Live Dashboards In Minutes | EP 99 | 11 May 2026 | 00:26:31 | |
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About the Episode: Executives sit on piles of data from Stripe, calendars, CRMs, and countless spreadsheets, but can't easily see it all in one place without making it a major project. AI has changed that, and Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson show exactly how to create live dashboards in minutes. If you've ever felt frustrated jumping between ten different platforms just to get the data you need, this conversation will change your approach. The hosts get real about solving actual business problems with Claude's Live Artifacts feature. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop drowning in data and start building dashboards that actually update automatically, press play now. Upcoming Education Sessions: Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| 3 Things Claude and ChatGPT Can't Live Without | EP 98 | 04 May 2026 | 00:20:35 | |
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About the Episode: New AI models drop every week, but the three things that actually matter for AI success haven't changed. Probably won't. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson cut through the overwhelming pace of AI updates to focus on what really drives results. While everyone's chasing the latest features and freezing up over platform changes, the fundamentals remain rock solid. If you're tired of feeling behind every time a new AI tool launches, this episode brings clarity to the chaos. In this episode, you'll learn:
This isn't about the newest model or flashiest feature. It's about building the foundation that makes any AI tool actually useful. Press play and stop chasing AI hype. Tools and platforms mentioned: Dropbox, Claude Cowork, Custom GPTs (OpenAI), RAG databases, Zapier, Airtable, Supabase, Claude Code, APIs, webhooks, MCPs. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude and ChatGPT Make Mistakes (So Does Your Team) | EP 97 | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:20:06 | |
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About the Episode: People say they're scared to use AI because it makes mistakes, yet they throw money at salaries for humans who also make mistakes. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson tackle this fascinating double standard head-on. If you've ever hesitated about AI adoption because of error concerns, this conversation will shift your entire perspective. The hosts reveal why we've been solving this exact problem since the dawn of business. In this episode, you'll discover:
This isn't about choosing between humans and AI. It's about building systems that account for the reality that both make mistakes, and both bring unique strengths to your business. Tools/Platforms Mentioned:
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Called It Cowork for This Reason… | EP 96 | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:34:38 | |
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About the Episode: When you think about AI workflows, you typically think about achieving success when there are no humans involved. But Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson call this "over automation," and it's costing businesses time, money, and sanity. The hosts have seen it repeatedly: companies build elaborate "hands-off" AI systems only to spend more time fixing what AI got wrong than they would have spent doing it manually. The problem isn't the technology, it's the approach. In this episode you will learn:
If you are building AI workflows or considering it, this episode will save you from expensive mistakes and show you how to get the balance right. The real question is not "how much can I automate?" It is "where do I still need to be the smart one?" Tools and frameworks mentioned:
To sign up for our AI News Brief, sign up at the Biggest Goal community. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The Three Claude Cowork Tools You Absolutely Need | EP 95 | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:29:30 | |
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About the Episode: Most people use Claude Cowork like a chat window and wonder why they're not getting results. In this episode, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down the three tools that change everything — Connectors, Skills, and Plugins — and why almost nobody is using them correctly. If you've been frustrated with inconsistent AI outputs or spending too much time recreating the same workflows from scratch, this is the episode that fixes it. The hosts get into what each tool actually does, how they work together, and what it looks like in practice, including a lawyer whose attorney complimented the AI-written contract sections, and a client who noticed the quality of every follow-up email without ever being told there was a Skill behind it. In this episode, you'll discover:
Stop using Claude Cowork like a fancy chatbot and start running it like an operational system. Stick around for Micah's bonus at the end: scheduled tasks. Because that's where everything clicks into place. Tools mentioned: Claude, MCP (Model Context Protocol), Grain, Pipedrive, Gmail, Zapier, Make, n8n, Pencil Upcoming Education Sessions: Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| When to Use Claude Cowork vs. n8n | EP 94 | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:16:48 | |
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About the Episode: Everyone keeps asking: should I use Cowork or n8n? Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson reveal why the answer isn't either/or, it's both. In this episode, they break down exactly when to use each tool and how they work together to create bulletproof automation systems. If you've been wondering whether these tools compete or complement each other, this conversation will clear up the confusion. The hosts get real about the strengths and limitations of each platform based on their hands-on experience. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop choosing between tools and start designing systems that leverage each platform's strengths, this episode shows you exactly how to do it. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The Claude Cowork Experiment | EP 93 | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:31:30 | |
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About the Episode: Sharing Claude accounts might seem like a money-saving hack, but Alane and Micah discovered it's actually costing you way more than the "savings" are worth. Their team experiment lasted exactly three days before complete chaos forced them back to individual accounts. If you've ever wondered whether your team really needs individual AI accounts or if sharing one account could work, this conversation will save you from making the same expensive mistake. The hosts get real about what happens when you try to cut corners on AI tool setup. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to implement AI tools the right way and avoid the costly mistakes that kill productivity, this episode shows you exactly how to structure your accounts for success. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned:
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Using AI? Here Is the Most Important Skill You Can Hire For | EP 92 | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:26:34 | |
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About the episode: What if you stopped hiring people to do tasks and started hiring for what AI can’t do? In this episode, we break down how using Claude Cowork to automate real work, not just answer questions, is fundamentally changing how businesses hire, train teams, and scale operations in 2026. From drafting emails and updating CRMs to building reports and eliminating repetitive work, AI is now handling the tasks that used to require entire roles. But that doesn’t mean humans are less important, it means the skills you hire for need to change. In this episode, you'll learn:
You’ll also hear how we’re training our team, scaling with over 40+ AI agents, and using AI to move faster, make better decisions, and actually enjoy the work again. If you're a founder, operator, or leader thinking about hiring, this episode will challenge how you build your team going forward. Resources & Next Steps To access the Hiring Manager Toolkit mentioned in the episode, click here. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms Mentioned
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Claude Cowork Is the AI Managing Our Sales Pipeline | EP 91 | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:15:26 | |
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About the episode: Nobody wants to enter data into a CRM, especially founders and salespeople who should be spending their time selling, not typing. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson share how they eliminated the most painful part of sales with one simple Claude Desktop command. Deals falling through cracks, missed follow-ups, and account teams with zero context? These problems disappear when your CRM actually gets updated consistently. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop fighting human nature and let AI handle the busywork nobody wants to do, press play now. To hear our other episodes on the power of Claude Cowork, listen to The Future of Work: Claude Cowork and Build a Shared AI Brain for Your Company (No Code Required). Upcoming Education Sessions: Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Build a Shared AI Brain for Your Company (No Code Required) | EP 90 | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:27:47 | |
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About the episode: Most founders are the bottleneck in their own company. Your standards, your voice, your client knowledge. It all lives in your head. And AI mirrors the problem when everyone on your team prompts it differently. A shared Dropbox folder just became the biggest AI breakthrough Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson have experienced since they started using AI. The discovery? Consistent results aren't about better prompting. They're about giving AI access to the same company knowledge every time. In this episode, Alane and Micah walk through how to build a shared knowledge vault using Obsidian, Dropbox, and Claude Desktop that lets your entire team operate at your standard without you in the room. You'll learn:
If you're ready to move from siloed AI experiences to shared company intelligence that delivers consistent results, this episode breaks down the exact system. Listen to our other episode on the power of Claude Cowork, The Future of Work: Claude Cowork or Claude Cowork Is the AI Managing Our Sales Pipeline. Upcoming Education Sessions: Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The Future of Work: Claude Cowork | EP 89 | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:25:54 | |
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About the episode: Want to ditch the endless back-and-forth cycle of project management and actually get work done? Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson just redesigned their entire 12-page website in under two hours, without hiring a designer, developer, or agency. If you've ever felt bottlenecked by the slow cycle of copy revisions, design feedback, and technical implementation, this conversation will change how you think about AI collaboration. The hosts discovered the difference between chatting with AI and having AI actually do the work. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop being a human copy-paste machine and start leveraging AI that actually executes your vision, this episode shows you exactly how to make the shift. Want to better understand the infrastructure behind all this? Listen to our recent episode "Want to Automate? APIs and Webhooks are Everything" for a deeper dive into APIs, MCPs, and webhooks. Other episodes on the power of Claude Cowork, Build a Shared AI Brain for Your Company (No Code Required) or Claude Cowork Is the AI Managing Our Sales Pipeline. Upcoming Education Sessions: Tools/Platforms mentioned in this episode:
This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Custom GPTs and When to Use Them | EP 88 | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:13:58 | |
Stop rewriting the same AI prompts over and over again. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson reveal why treating AI like a magic wand instead of building a system is sabotaging your results. If you've been uploading files, writing prompts, and getting inconsistent output every single time, this conversation will change everything. The hosts break down exactly why one-off AI usage creates chaos and how Custom GPTs become your secret weapon. In this episode, you'll learn:
If you're ready to stop fighting with AI and start building systems that deliver consistent output in your exact voice, this episode shows you exactly how to do it. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The AI Automation Graveyard (Why Most Projects Die After Launch) | EP 87 | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:16:41 | |
The AI Automation Graveyard (Why Most Projects Die After Launch) If your automation hasn't been updated in 90 days, it's probably broken. Alane and Micah dive deep into why automation is actually software and what that means for your business. They reveal why most automation failures aren't due to poor building—they fail because people stop maintaining them. Learn why starting small beats building "maintenance monsters," how API changes and model updates break workflows faster than ever, and why the business case still makes sense even with ongoing maintenance costs. This episode will completely shift how you think about automation in your business. If your automation hasn't been updated in 90 days, it's probably broken. In this episode, Micah and Alane reveal why most automation and AI projects fail after launch, and it's not because they were built poorly. Discover why automation requires ongoing maintenance just like software, how API changes and platform updates can break your workflows overnight, and why the "build it and forget it" mentality creates what we call a "maintenance monster." In this episode, you'll learn:
Whether you're using n8n, Make, Zapier, or building AI agents, this episode will change how you think about automation maintenance, updates, and long-term success. Topics covered: automation maintenance, AI agents, workflow automation, API updates, software development, business process automation, no-code tools, Make.com, n8n, Zapier, automation strategy Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| What If An AI-powered One Person Business Actually Sucks? | EP 86 | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:16:05 | |
Is the “one-person business” really the dream or just burnout disguised as freedom? In this episode, the conversation takes a hard look at the rise of solo-operator culture, AI agents, and automation hype. While headlines promise total freedom through one-person businesses powered by AI, the reality is far more complex and often lonelier. This discussion breaks down why running everything yourself isn’t scalable, sustainable, or fulfilling, even with AI and automation. You’ll hear why AI agents are only as effective as the human expertise behind them, and why generic automation can’t replace strategy, judgment, or nuanced decision-making. Key topics covered in this episode:
Instead of chasing the idea of doing everything alone, this episode makes the case for building tight, trusted teams supported by AI, where automation removes tedious work and humans focus on strategy, creativity, and growth. If you’re exploring AI agents, workflow automation, or questioning whether “doing it all yourself” is really the goal, this episode will help reset expectations and give you a more realistic path forward. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Want to Automate? APIs and Webhooks are Everything | EP 85 | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:17:32 | |
Software needs to talk to each other, that's the foundation of all business automation. In this episode, Alane and Micah break down the three critical ways platforms communicate and why understanding these basics determines whether your business stays competitive or gets stuck in manual mode. What You'll Learn:
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This episode gives you the knowledge to make smarter software decisions and understand why some integrations work seamlessly while others leave you copying data manually between platforms. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Why we deleted 50% of our 2026 objectives | EP 84 | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:19:17 | |
Planning season hits different when you realize that a packed plan isn't ambitious, it's confused. Alane and Micah share the uncomfortable truth about their 2026 planning process: they deleted over 50% of their goals, and it was the smartest move they've made all year. What You'll Learn:
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This episode is raw, honest, and packed with actionable insights for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their business goals. Sometimes the most ambitious thing you can do is say no to good ideas so you can say yes to great ones. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Even if you don't think you want to exit, you should plan for it | EP 83 | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:20:35 | |
Most founders don't fail when trying to sell their company—they fail years earlier by becoming the only person who knows how everything works. In this episode, Alane and Micah explore what it really takes to build an exit-ready business, from documenting processes to leveraging AI for knowledge capture. They introduce the "No Yeah Buts" test and discuss how to transition from being an essential founder to an optional owner who has real choices about their future. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| How AI Agents work with ClickUp, Asana, and Monday | EP 82 | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:16:50 | |
If your AI agents and automations don't work with your project management system like ClickUp, Asana, or Monday, you're still operating in chaos. Alane and Micah break down the game-changing AI automations they've built that integrate seamlessly with ClickUp. Key Topics Covered:
The core insight: The difference between using AI tools and building AI systems is integration with your work management hub. This episode reveals how to stop treating your project management system like a glorified to-do list and start making it the center of your automated operations. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The Best AI-first Slide Deck Platform | EP 81 | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:15:16 | |
Alane and Micah break down one of their favorite “unfair advantage” tools right now: Gamma.app — the AI-powered way to create slide decks, one-pagers, and client-facing docs without being a designer. Alane shares how she’s using Gamma.app to turn a simple recording + transcript into a polished “next steps” one-sheet for clients—fast, reusable, and easy to edit. Micah shares how he used Gamma.app (plus voice-to-text) to crank out a ClickUp Masterclass one-pager in minutes, including layout, screenshots, and pricing—without the painful back-and-forth that used to take weeks. If you’ve ever felt stuck because you’re not a designer, or you’ve avoided creating decks because they take too long, this episode is your permission slip: this is the new normal. Tools Mentioned (hyperlinked)
This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Stop writing technical docs manually | EP 80 | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:29:11 | |
When you’re building AI and automation for clients, the tech is the easy part — explaining what you built is where things bog down. In this episode, Micah and Beau walk through the internal “Tech Doc Agent” they built to turn messy JSON workflows into clean, 7-part client-ready documentation in minutes instead of hours. They break down how Beau translated real client questions into a repeatable structure, how Micah turned that into a minimal viable agent (MVA), and why starting simple (not “perfectly automated”) is the real unlock. You’ll hear how this one agent now saves hours of back-and-forth with developers, makes Beau more confident on client calls, and doubles as a training tool for future projects. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Perfect for: founders, ops leads, and client-facing PMs who are constantly explaining “how it all works” and want an agent to handle the grunt work. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| #1 Rule: Simplify then Automate | EP 79 | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:14:31 | |
Most leaders want automation… until they realize their own process is the biggest thing standing in the way. In this episode, Alane and Micah break down one of the most common patterns they see inside companies: trying to force new software to fit an old, overly customized process. They talk about why leaders get attached to “the way we’ve always done it,” how human teams naturally smooth out messy workflows, and why those same messy parts become major blockers the moment you try to automate. Alane shares real examples from clients who built processes out of necessity—stringing together spreadsheets, hacks, and workarounds—and now struggle to let go of them, even when a better solution exists. Micah walks through the shift every business needs to make: instead of hunting for the “perfect tool” that matches every nuance of your current process, rethink the process itself. Start with the desired outcome, simplify the path to get there, and use the software tools that already exist (instead of building custom systems that take months and drain budgets). If you’ve ever found yourself saying “our process is too unique to automate”—this one’s for you. You’ll learn how to simplify workflows, choose the right tools faster, reduce complexity, and finally unlock the automation potential sitting inside your business. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Use AI to build your ideas in less than 60 minutes | EP 78 | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:24:12 | |
Every founder knows the pain: you can see the product in your head, but explaining it to a designer or developer? That’s where things fall apart. For decades, the gap between visionaries and technical teams has been one of the biggest blockers to shipping great ideas. Endless Google Docs. Confusing sketches. Misinterpreted mocks. Weeks of back-and-forth. Frustration on both sides. But for the first time ever…this problem actually has a solution. In this episode, Micah and Alane break down why communicating vision is so hard and how today’s AI tools finally bridge the gap. From rapid prototyping in Gemini and Lovable, to low-tech hacks like Chrome Developer Tools, Mac Preview mockups, and Loom walkthroughs, you'll discover the new way leaders can turn ideas into clear, buildable prototypes without writing code. They share real stories (including the infamous “wrong font dashboard column”) plus practical techniques any founder, executive, or product owner can adopt to get dramatically better results from their technical teams. You’ll learn:
If you’ve ever said, “That’s not what I meant…” during a handoff, this episode will change how you work forever. Tools Mentioned in This Episode
Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Why companies struggle with AI-powered scalable systems | EP 77 | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:16:30 | |
In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Micah and Alane break down the five hidden roadblocks that stop companies from scaling — even when they’re investing in AI. From leadership confusion and tool overload to the danger of siloed systems and bottlenecked knowledge, they reveal the patterns they’ve seen across hundreds of businesses (and lived through themselves). You’ll learn why solving small problems first beats chasing big, complex AI projects — and how to design systems that scale without adding chaos. Whether you’re a founder, operator, or department lead, this episode will help you identify where your company is stuck and what to fix first. This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The AI-era means having in-house expertise | EP 76 | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:30:56 | |
Most leaders want to harness AI—but few understand what it really takes to make it work across an organization. In this episode, Micah and Alane break down what they call the Upside-Down Pyramid, a simple framework for transforming your business with AI-driven systems that actually scale. They walk through the five stages of transformation:
If you’ve been wondering where to start—or why your early automations aren’t delivering—this episode gives you the roadmap to build systems your team will actually use. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| The real ROI of relationships | EP 75 | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:16:31 | |
In this episode, Alane shares how joining the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program completely reshaped the way she approaches business growth—and why no founder should try to build alone. What started as a 12-week crash course on scaling a company became something far more powerful: a network of entrepreneurs who understand the highs, lows, and relentless pressure of running a business. From presenting on stage in front of thousands to finding real friendships that extend beyond business, Alane and Micah discuss how community isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s essential. You’ll hear:
For founders used to doing it all themselves, this episode is a powerful reminder: your network is the one system that can’t be automated—but it will scale everything else you do. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| 10 AI use cases you'll want to implement today | EP 74 | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:17:56 | |
In this solo episode, Micah breaks down the ten most practical and high-impact ways companies are using AI and automation to save time, reduce bottlenecks, and scale faster. From writing project estimates to improving onboarding and automating client handoffs, he walks through real-world examples that any growing business can apply today. You’ll hear:
Whether you’re just getting started with automation or refining your current setup, this episode will help you spot immediate opportunities to streamline your business and free your team to focus on what really matters. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Find out what AI and Agents can’t fix | EP 73 | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:15:13 | |
In this episode, Alane and Micah tackle one of the biggest misconceptions about AI agents — the idea that they can magically fix broken workflows. They unpack why automation only works when the underlying process is solid, clear, and well-defined. They share real stories from their own experience, including how strategy and design make up 80% of the work in building automated systems, and why slowing down to document and standardize your processes can actually make you move faster later. You’ll hear:
If you’ve ever been tempted to “throw AI at a problem,” this episode will show you how to rethink automation so it actually works — and how to build a process your agents, and your team, can rely on. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| ClickUp Sprints aren’t just for Dev teams | EP 72 | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:21:06 | |
In this episode, Micah and Beau share the behind-the-scenes changes that reshaped how their team manages client work. After years of juggling multiple projects, they decided to shift their entire production and implementation process into one-week sprints using ClickUp. They walk through how their system works. From organizing client folders, using parent and sub-tasks to keep ownership clear, and relying on sprint reports to plan, forecast, and manage workload in real time. The result has been smoother communication, stronger accountability, and a noticeable jump in team performance. You’ll learn:
If you manage ongoing client projects or lead a production team that’s drowning in deadlines, this conversation shows how one practical change can bring organization, momentum, and focus back to your operations. Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||
| Monday.com Magic: AI-Powered Project Set Up | EP 71 | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:18:03 | |
What if you could describe a process and have a working Monday.com system appear—complete with connected boards, forms, sample data, and dashboards? In this episode, Micah and Beau dive into Monday Magic (monday.com/magic), a free tool that turns prompts into fully built Monday structures. You’ll hear a live walkthrough—from first prompt to preview video—plus candid pros/cons on where it shines and where you’ll still want an implementation specialist. They cover limitations (no native automations yet, light sub-item support), why its agent-style “planning then building” is so useful for prototyping, and smart ways teams can use it to align on structure before investing in a full build. If you’re choosing a work management platform or want faster ways to get from idea to system, this is a must-listen. You’ll learn:
Give it a go for yourself: https://monday.com/magic Learn More about our AI Leadership Workshop This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal, the company Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson co-founded. Fifteen years of scaling their own companies taught them that adoption is a people problem long before it's a technology problem, so we train executives and their teams through workshops, cohorts, mastermind groups, and hands-on support. Want to learn how to scale faster with AI? Sign up for our free LIVE masterclass! Thank you for supporting the podcast! | |||