Myth-Busting, Mindset, and the One-Hour AI Challenge — with Dr. Cecilia Dones

Empowered by AI

Season 4 wraps with a conversation that will get you thinking differently about AI adoption — whether you’re running a global organization or a one-woman show. Dr. Cecilia Dones, Founder & Chief Data Officer of Three Standard Deviations, joins me to talk about breaking down the mystique of AI, building adoption strategies that stick, and why community is essential for lasting change.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The self-limiting belief that “AI doesn’t apply to me” — and why it’s holding women entrepreneurs back
• How to reframe “limited tech experience” and uncover AI you’re already using
• Strategies for breaking down AI adoption into manageable, non-intimidating steps
• Why adaptability works best when practiced in community, not solo
• A step-by-step framework for solopreneurs to start building a “data team” with AI
• What small business owners need to know about the UK Online Safety Act — even if they’re not based in the UK
• Dr. Dones’ one-hour-a-week challenge to get meaningful results with AI

Episode Highlights:

• [03:12] Busting the “AI won’t affect my business” myth
• [06:45] Turning tech overwhelm into actionable strategy
• [13:50] Adaptability in community vs. going it alone
• [17:20] Solopreneurs and the “data team” mindset
• [21:45] UK Online Safety Act implications for small business owners
• [27:00] The four-part One-Hour AI Challenge

Resources & Links:

• Connect with Dr. Cecilia Dones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliadones/

That’s a wrap for Season 4 of Empowered by AI! Thank you for being part of this community of women boldly building with AI. Season 5 is already in the works, so stay tuned. In the meantime, take Dr. Dones’ challenge, put it into practice, and tell me how it changes your workflow.