How Ethan King Doubled His Business With AI & Automation | The Future of Entrepreneurship

What if the secret to scaling your business wasn’t working harder—but automating smarter?

In this high-energy and insight-packed episode of The Proven Entrepreneur Show, host Don Williams welcomes back visionary entrepreneur Ethan King for a conversation that bridges creativity, technology, and the future of work. Ethan, known for building successful ventures like Zeus’s Closet and Stuff for Greeks, shares how a business crisis forced him to embrace automation—and how that pivot not only saved his company but doubled its revenue with half the staff.

But this episode goes far beyond business survival. Ethan dives deep into how AI and automation are transforming everything—from marketing and operations to personal productivity and even romance. Yes, you read that right. Ethan shares how he automated monthly flower deliveries to his wife, blending tech with authenticity in a way that’s both hilarious and heartwarming.

Topics Discussed:

• The E.A.T. Framework: Eliminate, Automate, Train
• How AI is reshaping creativity, marketing, and business operations
• The future of AI-powered wearables and digital avatars
• Why most business owners misuse AI—and how to fix it
• Personal stories of automation in marriage, fitness, and daily life
• The importance of customizing AI to reflect your brand voice

Ethan also shares golden nuggets on how to simplify your life, automate your health habits, and think differently about what’s possible in the age of AI. Whether you're a startup founder, a seasoned CEO, or just AI-curious, this episode is your roadmap to working less, scaling faster, and living smarter.

Tune in now to learn how to future-proof your business and unlock exponential growth with the power of AI.