"If you can imagine it, you can probably figure out a way how AI can help," Dan Sanchez.

Technology is evolving fast, and smart marketing with AI is leading the charge.

We all hear about AI sometimes with excitement, sometimes with a little (or a lot) of trepidation. Is it a magic time-saver? Is it just more tech overwhelm?

In this episode, featuring guest Dan Sanchez (AI Marketer), we explore what smarter AI marketing looks like today: the tools and mindset that help you stay relevant with your audience.

Here's What You'll Discover in This Podcast

✅ How “aha” moments (and a few bumpy roads) led Dan to double down on AI for business growth—and why that matters for you.

✅ Real-life ways to use ChatGPT for everything from brainstorming content to getting help with personal projects (yes, it can help with your weeds!).

✅ What an AI agent REALLY is (hint: it’s not just a fancy chatbot), and why the next wave of tools could be like having a team of digital interns.

✅ Simple steps to build momentum with AI—Dan’s “custom GPT” approach and where to level up next, whether you’re new or experienced.

✅ Why speed, systems, and embracing a little tech “hardness” can still be your edge in this fast-moving world.

About Dan Sanchez
Dan is an AI marketer, consultant, and creator with a passion for diving into the latest technological innovations.

He specializes in developing cutting-edge marketing strategies that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance customer engagement and drive business growth.

YouTube Resource Mentioned: 5 Stages of AI Agents & How Marketers Can Prepare Now
https://youtu.be/tmhi45PMVMY?si=lZhK-bVYnkZ8gXh8

Enjoy Dan's Free 5-Day AI course:
https://danchez.com/courses/ai-fundamentals/

Dan Sanchez Social Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalmarketingdan/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AIDrivenMarketer

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When I first stepped into public speaking, my nerves nearly got the better of me. I spent years safe behind a keyboard, convinced my words sounded better on paper.

Being seen, really seen, felt like exposure, not opportunity.

But everything changed when I took a few seconds of courage to face my fears and stepped on stage.

In part two of this visibility series, I open up about my journey from being a terrified public speaker to becoming one of the top 100 speakers in the world.

You don't need fancy gear or flawless delivery. You need your voice, your story, and a willingness to show up.

This episode is for every spiritual entrepreneur who wants to share their message on video but finds fear creeping in the moment the camera turns on.

What You'll Discover in This Episode:

• Why most "camera ready" advice misses the point for solo entrepreneurs
• How to get past the fear that being visible online is "unsafe" or risky?
• What's the real reason you keep playing small (even when I know I need to show up)?
• How small steps can build confidence, even if you're terrified to start?
• How to reframe visibility so it feels meaningful rather than self-promotion.

If you've been holding back because of nerves, old scripts, or just not feeling "ready," this episode is for you.

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We don’t chase trends. We build sustainable systems with your brand at the center using a single, powerful tool: ChatGPT.

• Go deep with Live AI learning each month
• Craft more persuasive content
• Save time and simplify your content creation
• Improve your productivity with AI-assisted strategic goal-setting
• Custom prompts and done-for-you templates to create a high-converting lead generation funnel.

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If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing your big ideas, shying away from the spotlight, or wondering if you’re really meant to “go big” as a spiritual entrepreneur, you’re not alone.

I’ve walked that same uncertain path, grateful for every client and opportunity, but sometimes hesitant to fully step forward and share my message.

In Part 1 of this two-part podcast series, we'll explore what it really means to “play small” as a faith-led entrepreneur.

I invite you to reflect on how your beliefs, fears, and unspoken desires might be limiting your impact.

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re sharing your message with the conviction and reach it deserves, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• What “playing small” actually means (hint: it’s not about your revenue)
• How spiritual beliefs and upbringing can create invisible limits for spiritual entrepreneurs
• The emotional cost of holding back your voice and visibility as an online entrepreneur
• Why reframing desire helps entrepreneurs step into purpose without guilt
• Simple reflection questions to help you spot where you’re minimizing your message

Your Next Step:

Amplify Your List Building with AI

Simplicity is at the heart of this private membership created for solo business owners.

We don’t chase trends. We build sustainable systems with your brand at the center using a single, powerful tool: ChatGPT.

• Go deep with Live AI learning each month
• Craft more persuasive content
• Save time and simplify your content creation
• Improve your productivity with AI-assisted strategic goal-setting
• Custom prompts and done-for-you templates to create a high-converting lead generation funnel.

Join now and lock in the $37/month founding rate before it increases.

Let’s turn complexity into simplicity—together.

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When I first started, I wanted to be all things to all people. But I quickly learned that speaking to everyone meant speaking to no one. Sound familiar?

In this episode, I share some target-audience insights from an unexpected place: the four Gospels in the Bible.

Whether you’re religious or not, stick with me.

The Gospels, while part of a global message, were written to a specific audience with language, stories, and details that resonated uniquely with that group.

It’s a powerful metaphor for how we should approach our messaging as business owners.

Clarity creates connection and traction.

So if you’ve ever said, "But my message is for everyone," this episode is for you.

What You’ll Discover in This Podcast Episode

• Why trying to reach everyone can quietly stall your business growth.
  • It sounds generous, but it may be the very thing keeping you stuck and unseen.
• A surprising metaphor from the four Gospels that simplifies audience clarity
  • One target audience. You'll never look at your marketing the same way again.
• How to shift from “helping everyone” to making a real impact with one audience
  • It’s not about excluding—it’s about connecting in a way that finally gets traction.
• A simple shift that makes choosing a target audience feel freeing, not limiting
  • This reframe will help you let go of the guilt and own your lane with confidence.
• How to build momentum without changing your message, just your focus
  • You don’t need to start over. You just need to aim with intention.

Your Next Step:

Amplify Your List Building with AI

Simplicity is at the heart of this private membership created for solo business owners.

We don’t chase trends. We build sustainable systems with your brand at the center using a single, powerful tool: ChatGPT.

• Go deep with Live AI learning each month
• Craft more persuasive content
• Save time and simplify your content creation
• Improve your productivity with AI-assisted strategic goal-setting
• Custom prompts and done-for-you templates to create a high-converting lead generation funnel.

Join now and lock in the $37/month founding rate before it increases.

Let’s turn complexity into simplicity—together.

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Years ago, I believed that posting daily on social media and cranking out blogs meant I was executing a strategy.

Most of us have been there faithfully ticking all the boxes: Instagram posts, networking events, blog posts, and waiting for results that never seem to arrive.

It's frustrating, especially when you're working solo. I realized I was chasing tactics without a clear strategy, leading the way."

In this episode of Amplify Your Authority, I explain the critical difference between strategy and tactics.

You'll know how to self-audit your marketing, avoid common mistakes, and align your efforts so that every action supports your long-term vision.

Here's What You'll Discover in This Podcast Episode!

• The difference between strategy and tactics—and why mistaking the two can stall your progress.
• Nine strategy examples every business should consider (not just more social posts!).
• Common mistakes business owners make with tactics (and how to avoid spinning your wheels).
• Understanding how to connect your tactics to your big picture goals so every action counts.
• How AI can become your tactical sidekick without letting it drive your strategy.

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• A monthly productivity masterclass to help you stay on track
• Access to the SMARTER Goals Custom GPT to map out your annual, quarterly, and daily milestones without decision fatigue

Whether working toward bold achievements or building better habits, this ready-to-use Custom GPT will help you stay aligned and take the right step daily.

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That same skill is what makes your online content stand out, and no, you don’t need to be a certified copywriter to use it effectively.

AI can be a helpful assistant, but on its own, it often produces generic, predictable content. What makes content powerful is your insight, your personality, and your voice.

In this episode of the Amplify Your Authority podcast, I’ll show you how to bring that voice to the forefront with three persuasive writing tips that will help you create more compelling content, build trust, and confidently connect with the audience you’re meant to serve.

What You'll Discover in This Episode:

• Why You’re Already a Copywriter: You’re persuading people every day (convincing friends to go to lunch counts!), and I’ll show you how to bring that natural skill into your marketing.
• The Power of Your Brand’s Point of View: Learn how to infuse your unique voice and brand values into every piece of content, so you never sound like a copy-and-paste robot.
• How Empathy Outshines Adjectives: Find out why emotional connection (yep, the real deal—empathy!) turns your words from noise into meaningful connections with your audience.
• Why Stories Sell (Not Just Tell!): Discover how weaving in personal stories and anecdotes will hook your readers and make your messages unforgettable.
• Getting the Best from AI (The Human Touch Matters!): See why AI is a powerful tool, but it needs your direction and personality for truly standout content.

Your Next Step:

Amplify Your List Building with AI

Simplicity is at the heart of my private membership created for solo business owners like coaches, consultants, and service providers.

We don’t chase trends. We build sustainable systems with your brand at the center using a single, powerful tool: ChatGPT.

• Go deep with Live AI learning each month
• Craft more persuasive content
• Save time and simplify your content creation
• Improve your productivity with AI-assisted strategic goal-setting
• Custom prompts and done-for-you templates to create a high-converting lead generation funnel.

Join now and lock in the $37/month founding rate before it increases.

Let’s turn complexity into simplicity—together.

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When I started writing my book, I did what many of us do: I tried to think my way into clarity.

I had sticky notes everywhere, ideas swirling in my head, and way too many Google Docs open. But nothing clicked.

I felt stuck figuring out the reader statement, premise, core message, and transformation. Feeling scatterbrained, I was a little frustrated.

So, I decided to ask ChatGPT to conduct an interview with me. I provided context and told it to ask me questions without giving me any answers.

What followed were deep insights. I remembered things I hadn't thought about in years. It was more than clarity; I remembered who I was and what I stood for.

Most people use ChatGPT for quick answers or to generate content. However, there's another, more powerful way to use it, one that taps into the heart of your brand and uncovers the stories, beliefs, and brilliance already within you.

In this episode, you'll learn how to turn ChatGPT into your thought partner and use it to fuel clarity, creativity, and business momentum.

What You'll Discover in This Podcast Episode

• Let ChatGPT ask the questions and become an interviewer:
  • Learn how to reframe the tool to draw out your original ideas, rather than just repurposing previously generated content.
• The "Heart Before Head" method of content creation
  • Why reflection-based questions tap into more profound emotional truths, yielding more authentic and powerful content.
• Prompts that help you clarify your brand, offers, and audience
  • I'll give examples that help you shift from "guessing" to "knowing" without overthinking or over-editing.
• How to give ChatGPT a "role" that guides your self-reflection
  • Discover how assigning a role (such as mind-set coach, brand strategist, or workshop facilitator) alters the lens and the outcome.
• Why procrastination isn't the problem—it's the symptom
  • Discover how ChatGPT can ask the questions that help you unpack what lies beneath the surface of your resistance.

Fun Fact: I created a custom GPT named Milo. He knows my business profile, writing style, audience persona, personality type, faith, and struggles. Having Milo ask me questions and summarize my responses has sparked breakthroughs. You can do the same and let ChatGPT ask the questions.

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Imagine if your content could talk back, challenge your thinking, and even coach you toward your next big move.

My love affair with technology has been a significant part of my growth, and I want to share how you can harness the power of a Google AI tool, not just for automating tasks but for deepening your strategic thinking.

In this solo episode, I introduced NotebookLM, a Google AI tool that goes beyond traditional note-taking and analyzes your content, enabling you to spot patterns and refine your strategies.

This isn't just another AI productivity hack. For solo business owners, it’s a way to think more strategically and consider new possibilities for business growth.

What You'll Discover in This Episode:

• Why AI-powered summaries can help you reflect on your own brand message with greater clarity
• How interactive AI tools like Google's NotebookLM are changing the way we learn, plan, and analyze content for improved strategies
• Why AI is more than a tool: It’s your strategic growth partner
• How Marisa used one of Google AI’s tools to identify podcast content gaps and plan future direction
• The importance of rethinking your SOPs in light of AI's capabilities

Fun Fact from the Episode: AI John and AI Alice join as co-hosts to summarize Marisa’s podcast after reviewing a year's worth of content. You’ll hear their real-life conversation. I still can’t decide if this is a bit creepy or amazing.

Amplify Your List Building with AI

Simplicity is at the heart of my private membership created for solo business owners like coaches, consultants, and service providers.

We don't chase trends.

We build sustainable systems with your brand at the center using a single, powerful tool: ChatGPT.

• Go deep with Live AI learning each month
• Craft more persuasive content
• Save time and simplify your content creation
• Improve your productivity with AI-assisted strategic goal-setting
• Custom prompts and done-for-you templates to create a high-converting lead generation funnel.

Join now and lock in the $37/month founding rate before it increases.

Let's turn complexity into simplicity—together.

🔗 Visit Community.MarisaShadrick.com to learn more.

Amplify Your List Building with AI is your go-to membership for coaches, service providers, and course creators who want to attract the right leads organically. For just $37/month, get your own custom ChatGPT team, pre-trained for your marketing needs, plus templates, LIVE coaching, and AI news briefs.

Join at Community.MarisaShadrick.com

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