Join us on Builder Stories as we dive into the transformative journey of Carole Mahoney, a former sales skeptic turned passionate advocate. Discover how Carole's unique approach to sales, rooted in empathy and problem-solving, is revolutionizing the industry. Her insights into AI and its potential to enhance human connection make this episode a must-listen for builders and AI enthusiasts alike.

Carole Mahoney's story is one of resilience and innovation. During the Great Recession, she transitioned from a marketing professional to a sales expert, driven by necessity and a desire to help others. Her realization that "sales skills are life skills" reshaped her career and personal life. Carole founded Unbound Growth to train salespeople with a customer-centric approach, emphasizing genuine connections over mere transactions. Her venture into AI led to the creation of an agent that assists salespeople in preparing for conversations by generating tailored questions and strategies. This tool exemplifies her belief that technology should enhance, not replace, human interaction. Carole's journey offers valuable lessons in adaptability, empathy, and continuous learning, inspiring builders to create meaningful impacts in their industries. As she envisions a future where AI empowers human connection, Carole's mission is to elevate the perception of sales as a respected and valued profession. "Nothing comes into the world, nothing happens into the world until someone makes a sale," she asserts, highlighting the fundamental role of sales in driving progress.

Learn more and connect with Carole Mahoney:

• Carole on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolemahoney/
• Unbound Growth Website - https://www.unboundgrowth.com/
• Buyer First Book - https://www.carolemahoney.com/books
• Carole’s LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/unboundgrowth

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What happens when a lifelong innovator goes from AI skeptic to passionate advocate for democratizing technology?

In this episode of Prompted: Builder Stories, Kyle James sits down with Sam Mallikarjunan, General Manager at Agent.ai and former Head of Growth at HubSpot Labs, to explore how AI is reshaping creativity, work, and human potential. Sam shares his personal journey — from building OneScreen.ai to leading the charge at Agent.ai — and explains why the future of AI depends on imagination, not just technology.

👉 Watch the full conversation to learn how AI can empower anyone to build, automate, and innovate.

Read the companion blog post and join the community discussion at blog.agent.ai

Learn more and connect with Sam:

• Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallikarjunan/
• Take Sam’s AI course on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/generative-ai-for-sales-and-services-professionals/ai-in-sales-and-services

Join us for an inspiring episode of Builder Stories featuring Vikram Ekambaram, a visionary in the world of AI agents. Vikram's journey from redundancy to innovation is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of Gen AIi. Discover how he empowers non-technical individuals to make a significant impact in AI.

In this episode, Vikram shares his insights on leveraging Gen AI to bridge gaps in go-to-market strategies, even in AI-first companies. He emphasizes the importance of data in agent building, stating, "It's all about the data. If I have the data, I could probably build an agent on top of it to do whatever your process is." Vikram's consultancy, Vyceral Solutions, focuses on solving real business problems through multi-agent orchestration, showcasing the future of AI as inherently multi-agentic. His story encourages builders to embrace challenges and explore AI's possibilities, advising, "Solve a problem that you have yourself." Whether you're an experienced builder or just starting, Vikram's journey offers valuable lessons and inspiration for all.

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Learn more and connect with Vikram Ekambaram:

• Connect with Vikram on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vekambar/
• Follow Vikram on Agent.ai: https://agent.ai/human/vekambar
• VYCERAL Solutions Website: https://www.vyceralsolutions.com/
• VYCERAL on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VYCERALSolutions/