Small Business Big AI

Small Business Big AI

Small Business Big AI explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the entrepreneurial landscape. Hosted by Kim Lewis Howard, we provide actionable insights and practical strategies for small business owners looking to leverage AI and stay ahead in today’s competitive world.

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June 10, 2025 28 mins

What if you could walk into a sales conversation already knowing your customer’s fears, desires, and unspoken objections?


In today’s fast-paced, AI-driven world, most small business owners are still guessing. But the ones who are winning? They're selling with insight—not instinct.


In Part 1 of our 3-part “Human-AI Harmony” series, Kim and Hal pull back the curtain on how AI can supercharge your human connection—without sa...

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Is your business growing… but your customer loyalty shrinking? Are you worried AI will make your brand feel robotic, transactional, or cold? In this episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim and Hal reveal how to turn artificial intelligence into your secret weapon for human connection at scale.

Discover how small businesses are using AI tools like Google Alerts—not for automation alone, but to listen better, remember smarter, and creat...

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Tired of working late nights and still feeling behind?What if your most reliable employee didn’t sleep, didn’t complain, and didn’t need payroll?
In this episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim and Hal reveal how 117,000 solo entrepreneurs hit $1M+ in revenue last year—without hiring full-time staff. Their secret? A team of AI employees that clock in when they clock out.


Whether you’re a solopreneur, consultant, service-basedbu...

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Buy a business. Skip the struggle.
In this episode, we reveal why more entrepreneurs are choosing to acquire established businesses instead of building from scratch—and how AI gives you a massive edge every step of the way.


Host Kim Lewis Howard and business strategist Hal Howardunpack one of the biggest opportunities of 2025: buying a small business instead of building one from scratch. With millions of Baby Boomer-owned bu...

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Tired of the daily grind stealing your time and sanity? 😩

What if you could tap into a hidden superpower that's quietly transforming even the MOST old-school industries... like insurance?!


On this episode of Small Business Big AI, host Kim and strategist Hal reveal the surprisingly simple AI strategies adopted by insurance giants that YOU can use RIGHT NOW to slash chaos, boost cash flow, and seriously upgrade your customer...

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Are you still throwing money at Google Ads and hoping forleads? It’s time to stop guessing and start outsmarting. In this episode of Small Business Big AI, host Kim (with co-host Hal) exposes how AI gives small businesses a powerful, legal edge to attract their competitor’s customers—without blowing the budget.


Whether you’re a coach, consultant, agency owner, or local business trying to stand out, this episode hands you a prove...

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Are you tired of feeling invisible online — no matter how hard you work?


You’re not alone. In today's overcrowded digital world, even the best small businesses are getting overlooked, ignored, and buried by the algorithms.


In this powerful episode, Kim and Hal reveal how Big AI gives small businesses the real advantage — visibility.


If you’re a small business owner struggling to:

  • Get your posts seen
  • Attract more loca...
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April 22, 2025 30 mins

What if the one thing you already know could become the foundation of your next revenue stream?


In this week’s episode of Small Business Big AI, we're taking you from lurking on LinkedIn to leading as an AI-powered creator. If you're a business owner, solopreneur, or team leader who’s built years of expertise but haven't yet turned it into scalable, monetizable content—this episode is your blueprint.


Join Kim and ...

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LinkedIn isn’t just a place to list your job history—it’s one of the most powerful (and underused) growth tools in your small business toolkit. In this episode, Kim and Hal break down the LinkedIn Launchpad, a proven strategy to help small business owners, founders, and solopreneurs turn their LinkedIn presence into a lead-generating, authority-building, client-attracting machine.


From profile optimization and short-form video t...

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Laid off? Burned out? Tired of waiting for job security to return? In this episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim and Hal reveal how economic chaos + AI innovation = the biggest small business opportunity of our lifetime. You’ll learn how to think like an AI-native founder, create your first offer, and launch fast—with zero overwhelm. Whether you’re pivoting from a pink slip or launching something new, this episode delivers a strate...

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Feeling overwhelmed by AI? Like you’re supposed to beusing it—but no one ever explained how? You’re not alone.

 

In this powerful episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim breaks down the one framework every non-technical entrepreneur needs to confidently communicate with AI: the IMPACT Framework.

 

Forget cookie-cutter prompts or hype-heavy hacks. Thisepisode gives you a strategic way to think, plan, and prompt like a digital leader—espec...

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Still spending hours chasing leads, writing content, andanswering the same five customer questions? That’s not hustle—that’s burnout.

In this episode, Kim and Hal break down how small business owners can start using AI as a real productivity partner—not another item on the to-do list.

 

You’ll learn how to:

  • Save hours using AI tools you already have access to
  • Use the IMPACT Framework to get better, faster results
  • Avoid common AI mis...

Is your business stuck in the funding maze—constant rejections, ghosting investors, or mountains of paperwork? You're not alone, and there's a better way.


In today's game-changing episode of Small Business Big AI, your host Kim, along with business funding strategist Karla and business expert Hal, dive deep into unlocking powerful new ways to secure the capital your business deserves.


We'll reveal why traditio...

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Regulations are shifting. Costs are rising. Markets are more volatile than ever. 100 executive orders in just three weeks have sent shockwaves through the small business landscape, and if you’re not paying attention, you’re already falling behind.


But here’s the good news: #AI is your secret weapon.


In this high-impact episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim and Hal break down how recent regulatory changes—including new executi...

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    Are you feeling the squeeze? Competitors are slashing prices, customers are going silent, and you’re working 70-hour weeks just to stay afloat. If you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or solopreneur, you already know—2025 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable yearsin business.


    So, how do you not just survive but thrive in this shifting landscape? Resilience.


    In this episode of Small Business Big AI, we...

  • Personalization is no longer a luxury—it’s the expectation. Customers demand experiences tailored to their preferences, and businesses that fail to deliver? They lose customers.


    But here’s the challenge: How can small businesses createdeeply personalized experiences without the massive budgets and tech teams of big corporations?


    In this episode, Kim & Hal dive into the growing AI-driven personalization trend and explore h...

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    AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s the biggest business revolution happening right now. And here’s the truth: small businesses that embrace AI today will dominate their industries tomorrow. Those who hesitate? They’ll be left behind.


    In this episode of Small Business Big AI, Kim and Hal break down how AI is reshaping the business landscape and what you need to do NOW to gain a competitive edge. We’ll show you real-world e...

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    How do you prepare for the unexpected in business? What if you could see market shifts, supply chain disruptions, and economic downturns before they happen—and have a plan in place to pivot with confidence?


    In this episode ofSmall Business Big AI, we’re diving into AI-powered scenario planning—a must-have strategy for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who want to future-proof their businesses.


    What Yo...

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    Struggling to keep up with AI? Want to know how small businesses are using it to grow faster and work smarter? In this episode of Small Business Big AI, we break down the three AI strategies every entrepreneur needs: Predict, Generate, Automate.


    No more overwhelm!


    Here’s what you’ll learn:

    • Predictive AI: Forecast trends, anticipate customer needs, and make smarter decisions before your competition.

    • enerative AI...
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    Welcome to Small Business Big AI! In this groundbreaking episode, we dive into America’s AI Gold Rush and explore how small businesses can tap into Stargate, a $500 billion initiative, to revolutionize AI infrastructure and unlock massive opportunities.


    The rise of AI is often seen as a game for tech giants, but here’s the truth: the tools are now more accessible than ever, creating a unique moment for entrepreneurs to innovat...

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