In this episode of Resilient Entrepreneur, hosts Martin Rogers and Lee Sharp delve into the world of AI and its impact on business owners. They discuss the challenges of navigating AI tools and the potential pitfalls that can lead to burnout. From AI news flashes about Google AI summaries and GPT5 delays to discussions on ethical concerns in AI research, the hosts provide insights and cautionary tales.

The episode also features live demos of AI prompts like the audience decoder and decision-making frameworks, showing how AI can be used as a personal coach and assistant for peak performance. The Tool or Trash segment evaluates a specialized AI tool for astrology birth charts, adding a touch of humor to the discussion.

Listeners are encouraged to visit the Success Academy and Unmasking Psychology websites for additional resources and prompts discussed in the episode. The hosts sign off with a reminder to stay resilient and tune in for more AI insights in the next episode.

UntitledAre AI “productivity” tools leaving you frazzled instead of free? In Episode 3 of The Resilient Entrepreneur we reveal how to flip tech-induced overwhelm into laser-focused momentum.

⏰ In just 25 minutes you’ll learn:

• Why 77 % of workers say AI has increased their workload — and what to do about the new arms-race of “artificial urgency”

• The hidden driver of burnout: under-clarity, not just over-work

• The Floodlight vs Laser rule for choosing tools that filter tasks instead of multiplying them

• Five self-check questions to spot fatigue early — “Am I always on but never present?”

• Boundaries with bots: how to cut decision fatigue and reclaim true downtime

00:00 Intro – Is AI helping or just a “second boss”?

00:00:43 What burnout really is (and why AI can worsen it)

00:05:47 Resilience across generations – are we becoming “snowflakes”?

00:09:25 AI overwhelm & tool-hopping – the shiny-object trap

00:15:10 Under-clarity: the hidden driver of fatigue

00:19:18 Strategic neglect, downtime & boundaries with bots

00:20:35 5 self-check questions to spot burnout early

00:24:23 Key takeaways + subscribe call-to-action

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Will artificial intelligence steal your seat—or finally hand founders their Fridays back?

Will AI pinch your pay-cheque or power up your purpose? In this week’s Resilient Entrepreneur, hosts Martin & Lee dive into the big question on every founder’s mind: what happens when the bots clock in?

You’ll learn:

• “Role vs Soul” – why empathy is still the ultimate USP

• The Blockbuster Moment for knowledge-workers (and how to dodge it)

• A simple “Power-Steering” framework to use AI without losing control

• Mental-health MOT tips for staying calm while tech races ahead

• How to price human touchpoints when chatbots do the heavy lifting

• A 60-second AI-Readiness Quiz to future-proof your business

Because we believe technology should amplify—never erase—human connection.

Episode 1: Thriving as a Knowledge Worker in the AI Era (ft. Lee Sharp)

Join hosts Martin and regular co-host Lee Sharp of Unmasking Psychology as they kick off The Resilient Entrepreneur with a strategic exploration of how knowledge workers can not only survive but flourish in an AI-driven world. In this premiere episode, you’ll discover:

• The Changing Landscape – Why the AI revolution represents a seismic shift for “brains over brawn” professionals, and what that means for your career and business.

• Embracing Imperfection – How the Japanese concept of Wabi-Sabi can become your secret weapon—turning human flaws into competitive advantages.

• The Five Human Superpowers – Practical drills and mindsets around curiosity, emotional literacy, imagination, grace under pressure and playfulness that machines simply can’t replicate.

• Leadership in the Age of Bots – Real-world examples and expert insights on maintaining psychological safety, fostering genuine connection and leading with empathy when chatbots can’t.

• Future-Proofing Your Skillset – Strategies for teaching resilience over code, and why investing in people-centred development will outlast any technological trend.

Resources & Next Steps

• AI Readiness Quiz – Take the first step towards AI-powered results at thesuccessacademy.co.uk

• Employee Wellbeing – Learn how to safeguard your team’s mental health with Lee’s expert guidance at unmaskingpsychology.co.uk