EP 17: The Exploration of AI Technology and Female Entrepreneurship with Susan Sly

Biz Mafia : Where Business Gets Made

As we inch closer to the November 5th, 2024 elections, the question looms: are we on the brink of the first deepfake election in history? Picture a $20 million deepfake scam shaking the financial foundations—would your family or business weather the storm unscathed? How are you fortifying yourself against this digital treachery?

Welcome to another episode of the BizMafia podcast. We're honored to host Susan Sly, an award-winning AI entrepreneur and speaker. Susan's journey is nothing short of inspirational, overcoming personal adversities such as battling multiple sclerosis, losing her business, and facing homelessness to emerge as a leading figure in AI technology.

We delve into Susan's expertise in AI technology, uncovering its vast applications across industries and dismantling the myths surrounding it. She sheds light on the global AI development scene, examining cutting-edge technologies like deepfakes and the dangers they entail.

Susan shares her investment philosophy, advocating for agility in entrepreneurship and highlighting the profitability of female-led startups. She also unveils her AI-driven platform designed to assist women navigating the complexities of menopause.

Prepare to expand your knowledge of AI and entrepreneurship with the extraordinary insights of Susan Sly.

What We Discuss

• [00:55] Meet Susan Sly
• [19:42] The most common misconceptions about AI
• [23:01] The societal impact and potential risks of AI technology
• [27:34] The concerns regarding regulation of AI
• [32:09] Susan’s expectations and criteria for investing in and supporting entrepreneurs
• [36:52] Disparity in VC investment for female-led startups
• [41:34] Strategies for engaging with end users
• [44:57] Entrepreneurial pitfalls during growth
• [45:50] Whitney Wolfe Herd's strategy
• [47:15] Founders understanding the financial and operational aspects of their business
• [49:45] Pricing challenges in AI innovation
• [51:13] The importance of being mission-driven
• [53:30] ThePause.AI, an AI-powered platform to support women navigating menopause
• [56:36] Work-life balance and stress management

Notable Quotes

• [06:36] “God doesn't tap you on the shoulder. He sometimes hits you over the head with a frying pan.” - Susan Sly

• [19:52] “As an entrepreneur, you're training, not trying.” - Susan Sly

• [51:10] “You don't want to have an ego that's bigger than your bank account.” -Susan Sly

Our Guest

Susan Sly is an esteemed speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and a vanguard in artificial intelligence. As Founder and CEO of ThePause.AI since 2018, Susan pioneers AI's use to empower women through menopause. Her leadership in AI, coupled with co-founding a nine-figure company, positions her as an exemplary keynote speaker. Susan’s speeches, enriched by hands-on expertise, spark innovation and action in technology and AI. At ThePause.AI, she leverages AI for impactful solutions in women’s health, reflected in her role as a top female AI speaker. Susan unravels complex AI concepts into engaging stories for diverse audiences, championing AI’s role in enhancing lives.

Resources and Links

• ThePause.AI website: https://thepause.ai/
• Susan Sly’s website: https://susansly.com/
• Connect with Susan Sly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susansly/

• BizMafia Website: https://www.bizmafia.net
• Follow the BizMafia podcast
• On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd4z3Xk-iOT5zt62H4_juXw
• On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizmafia
• On Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebizmafia

• Connect with Pat Linden on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-linden
• Connect with Bryan Taylor on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-taylor-0429008/