280: Adapt or Get Left Behind: Why Tech is Non-Negotiable for Small Businesses with Eric Rozenberg

Technology is no longer just a helpful tool for running small businesses. It has become the lifeline for small business success. 

In this episode, Eric clarifies why technology is now non-negotiable when running a successful small business. 

Tune in to learn why, as a small business owner, you must either evolve and adapt or risk getting left behind.

AI Blackmail 

An article on Entropic described a test scenario where AI named specific (fictional) people and made a blackmail demand. Even though the situation was fabricated for testing purposes, it highlighted the potential dangers of advanced AI behavior.

A Double-Edged Sword

Every major invention in history has had the potential for great harm and tremendous benefit. The outcome depends entirely on how humans choose to use these tools. AI is no exception. It represents a societal shift similar to the Industrial Revolution, with its presence growing across all industries. Today, adaptation is essential, especially in the meetings and events space, where technology is now deeply integrated. Those who ignore it risk becoming irrelevant. 

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