Ep. 39: AI Won't Replace You--But This Might

Summary:
In this episode of REBLutionize Your Marketing, host Reb Risty sits down with Kate VanderVoort to explore the real-world impact of AI on marketing, leadership, and the evolving job market. From her early days in social work to leading the charge in ethical AI and social media innovation, Kate shares how businesses can responsibly adopt AI tools like custom GPTs, embrace automation, and prepare for the future of autonomous agents—all while keeping humans at the center.

 

Takeaways
AI is already transforming marketing, operations, and strategy.
Custom GPTs offer huge potential for workflow automation and personalization.
Education and transparency are critical to building trust in AI adoption.
The rise of autonomous AI agents is the next major evolution.
Ethical, human-centered implementation is essential for sustainable growth.

Guest Bio
Kate VanderVoort is a pioneer at the intersection of social media, ethics, and artificial intelligence. With a background in social work, Kate brings a human-first lens to technology. She’s the founder of The AI Grapple podcast and an advocate for thoughtful AI adoption that empowers rather than replaces. Kate helps organizations understand the risks, opportunities, and real-life applications of AI tools—from custom GPTs to emerging autonomous agents.