AI Queens: Smart AF AI Tools, Automation, & Business Tips with Erika Stanley

OpenAI just released GPT-5, and while everyone's buzzing about the improvements, most people are still going to use it exactly like they used GPT-4 - generically. The real power isn't in the new features; it's in how you personalize AI to work as your strategic business partner instead of just another content generator. In this episode, Erika breaks down what's actually changed with GPT-5 and then...

What happens when AI confidently tells you something that sounds completely plausible, but is totally wrong? Erika's husband discovered this the hard way when ChatGPT served up false facts about Taylor Swift's Grammy wins with complete authority. This 'fight with the robots' quickly became a perfect example of AI hallucinations in action. Here's the bigger picture: If AI can lie this convincingly...

Most entrepreneurs are amazing at what they do, but when it comes to making big strategic business decisions, they're flying blind. You know you need that C-suite level thinking, but you can't afford a six-figure CMO or even a fractional one at $5,000 a month. What if you could build your own AI-powered executive team instead? In this episode, Erika breaks down exactly how to create strategic AI a...

Get ready to level up your business intelligence game. In this episode, Erika reveals how deep research capabilities in AI tools can give you the same competitive insights that Fortune 500 companies pay thousands for—all for the price of a monthly subscription you might already have. Plus, she introduces the upgraded Crown 2.0 prompting framework and announces some exciting new ways to work with h...

Welcome back, queens! This is the second part of our milestone 20-question series, and we're diving deep into the career stuff that keeps you up at night. We're talking jobs, staying relevant, pricing your AI-enhanced services, and what's coming next that you absolutely need to know about. If you missed part one, go back and listen because we covered the business basics, ethics, privacy, and trust...

We're celebrating a big milestone as season one comes to an end! In this two-part series, Erika answers the real questions women business owners are asking about AI. No fluff here—just honest answers about using AI in your business. Part one covers the basics: how to use AI to save time, privacy concerns, and the big picture stuff that might be stopping you from trying it. This isn't about becomin...

Picture this: it's Labor Day weekend, and while everyone else is scrambling back from vacation panicking about their Q4 content, you're sipping something cold because you've got 20+ story-driven emails locked and loaded. This episode breaks down Erika's nine-week email empire framework that turns your summer downtime into your most strategic business move of the year. If you're tired of staring at...

Stop letting your best conversations disappear into the void. If you've ever finished a client call thinking "I wish I had written that down," this episode is your goldmine roadmap. Erika breaks down her actual workflow using tools like Fathom and Fixer AI, then shares six creative strategies that go way beyond basic note-taking. This isn't about replacing human connection—it's about capturing the...

Feeling overwhelmed by the digital chaos? Between viral memes, questionable news stories, and platforms owned by tech billionaires who treat truth like it's optional, it's tough to know what's real anymore. But here's the twist: we're going to use their own tools to fight back. In this episode, Erika breaks down 10 practical ways to use AI to cut through the noise, verify what you're seeing, and s...

Fresh off an incredible week at the No BS Agency Mastery Retreat in Brooklyn, Erika shares the eye-opening AI conversations she had with creative agency owners that are already shifting how smart entrepreneurs think about the future of marketing. These aren't your typical AI tips—these are the game-changing insights that separate the women who will lead tomorrow from those who get left behind. Fro...

Erika gets vulnerable about her most embarrassing business confession: spending over $500/month on AI tools she barely used. In this episode, she breaks down exactly how she streamlined to a lean $91/month tech stack that delivers better results than all those scattered subscriptions ever did. If you're tired of subscription creep eating your profits while you're still manually grinding through ta...

A few months ago, I realized AI was handling over half of what I'd initially hired my VA to do. This forced me to confront an important question: was I being a responsible leader or slowly making her role obsolete? In this episode, I'm sharing exactly how to use AI as a leadership tool that elevates your team rather than replaces them. Key Points: The real human impact of AI automation decisions,...

AI isn't just for work anymore. In this episode, Erika explores how asking one simple question—"How can AI make this easier?"—can transform your approach to everyday challenges. From fixing appliances to planning travel, organizing meals, and curating reading lists, discover how the AI problem-solving mindset can save you time, money, and frustration in your personal life. Episode Highlights: The...

Are you hesitant to use AI because you're not sure how to apply it beyond writing blog posts or Instagram captions? In this episode, Erika challenges you to make a fundamental mindset shift: stop treating AI like a one-off tool and start treating it like a legitimate member of your business team. If you've ever voice-noted your VA, sent a half-baked Slack to a teammate, or thrown random ideas at y...

In this milestone 10th episode, Erika dives into the controversial side of AI that women entrepreneurs need to consider. Beyond the productivity hacks and time-saving benefits, there are important ethical questions we should all be asking as we integrate these powerful tools into our businesses. Key Points: Environmental Impact: Each ChatGPT request consumes approximately 10x more energy than a Go...

Queens, everything you thought you knew about ChatGPT's memory just changed! In this power-packed minisode, Erika breaks down the game-changing update that's revolutionizing how AI remembers you and your business. Think ChatGPT's been learning about you all along? Think again! Until last week, that wasn't true—but now the rules have completely changed. Erika reveals the five places ChatGPT stores...

Building a custom AI assistant isn’t just for tech bros and data nerds. It’s for business queens who are done wasting time on repetitive tasks and ready to let AI carry some of the load—on their terms, in their voice, with zero compromise on brand. In this episode, I break down exactly how to create your first custom GPT (or Claude project) and use it like a trained team member who never takes a v...

Tired of staring at blank screens and constantly creating content from scratch? In this game-changing episode, Erika reveals how to use her brilliant CROWN method to turn one piece of long-form content into a full month of social media posts. Say goodbye to content creation overwhelm and hello to working smarter, not harder – because that's what Queens do! Content Magic in Minutes: Transform one p...

Artificial intelligence is great for cranking out content and cutting down on time-sucking tasks—but it’s not your brain, and it never will be. In this episode, Erika Stanley digs into where AI falls short and why those limitations are actually a massive advantage for your business. Forget trying to make AI something it’s not and start using it to sharpen what makes you brilliant. Here’s what Erik...

This week, Erika kicks off her new "Real Queens" mini-series with a deep dive into making AI feel authentically you. If you've ever worried that using AI might make your business communications feel robotic or impersonal, this episode is your permission slip to embrace automation without losing your magic. In this episode, you'll learn:  • How to capture your authentic voice before automating (inc...

Are you tired of wrestling with AI tools that just don't seem to get you? In this game-changing episode of AI Queens, Erika Stanley unveils her revolutionary CROWN method - a simple yet powerful framework that transforms how entrepreneurs interact with AI. Whether you're struggling to get meaningful outputs or feeling frustrated by generic responses, this episode is your ultimate guide to making A...

Have you ever found yourself thinking or saying, “I’m not a tech person?” AI Queens Podcast Host Erika Stanley is here to shatter that myth and empower you to embrace AI as your secret weapon for business growth. In this game-changing episode, Erika breaks down why the "I'm not a tech person" excuse is costing you time, money, and incredible opportunities. Get ready for a motivational deep dive th...

In Episode 3 of the AI Queens podcast, Erika delivers a must-listen masterclass on using AI to write high-performing social media captions. Plus, get an inside look at the AI Queens Society with Erika’s simple 3-part framework to help women entrepreneurs leverage AI and ditch the generic, robotic content that often plagues AI-generated posts. In this episode: The common mistakes people make when u...

Inspired to take your business to the next level leveraging the power of AI? Your AI Queens Podcast Host, Erika Stanley, is pulling back the curtain and giving an inside look at how she personally uses AI in her own business workflows - from organizing her chaotic to-do list to automating client communication and creating custom content. Erika shares her real-life examples and step-by-step strateg...

Are you a woman entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks on your plate? It's time to make AI your secret weapon! In the first episode of the AI Queens podcast, host Erika Stanley shares her personal journey with discovering the power of AI and why it's a game-changer for women in business. Erika dives into: The alarming gap between men and women when it comes to AI adoption, and how it's...