106: Using AI Assessment Tools to Reveal Hidden Automation Opportunities with Corey Ganim

Most business owners know AI matters, but few know where to start.
In this episode Chris sits down with Corey Ganim, entrepreneur, AI consultant, and creator of AI assessment frameworks for small businesses. Corey shares how he helps non-technical business owners identify automation opportunities, reduce manual work, and implement practical AI solutions that generate measurable time savings. From AI skills and projects to voice agents and workflow automation, he explains how leaders can get results without becoming technical experts.
The conversation explores AI assessments, token efficiency, brand voice systems, AI-powered knowledge management, and the future of AI agents inside organizations. Corey also shares lessons learned building AI services, evaluating tools, and helping businesses create the data foundations required for long-term AI success. Leaders looking for practical AI implementation strategies will find actionable ideas they can apply immediately.

Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(05:10) Becoming a Vibe Coder Without a Technical Background
(07:51) How Corey Evaluates and Creates AI Tool Content
(11:00) Why You Don't Need to Be an AI Expert to Create Value
(13:15) Choosing the Right AI Tool for the Job
(15:11) Skills, SOPs, and Repeatable AI Workflows
(17:10) Token Efficiency, Rate Limits, and Better AI Usage
(20:05) Building AI Projects and Custom Knowledge Systems
(28:09) Creating a Brand Voice Skill That Sounds Like You
(30:45) The AI Assessment Business Model Explained
(35:35) AI Assessments, Guarantees, and Time-Saving Opportunities
(42:09) Using Voice Agents to Conduct AI Discovery Calls
(45:32) Why Every Business Needs an Internal Knowledge Base
(49:58) The Future of AI Adoption and Autonomous Agents

🔎 Find Out More About Corey Ganim
Corey Ganim LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/coreyganim
Corey Ganim Website
coreyganim.com
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x.com/coreyganim
Build With AI Podcast:
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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned:
Claude
claude.ai
ChatGPT
chatgpt.com
Claude Code
anthropic.com/claude-code
OpenAI Codex
openai.com/codex
Gamma
gamma.app
Google Gemini
gemini.google.com
Zapier
zapier.com
FutureTools
futuretools.io
Fathom
fathom.video
SaneBox
sanebox.com
TaxJar
taxjar.com
Retell AI
retellai.com
Twilio
twilio.com
ElevenLabs
elevenlabs.io
Notion
notion.so
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