Small Town Entrepreneur

About Small Town Entrepreneur

Welcome to the Small Town Entrepreneur podcast, where community and human connection meet the power of AI. Join Claire Bouvier as she dives deep with entrepreneurs making waves in their businesses—locally and globally. Through intimate conversations and live strategy sessions, you'll discover how human-centric AI is transforming the way we solve real-world business challenges. At the heart of each episode is a commitment to understanding your needs and helping you navigate the future with authentic, people-first solutions. Whether you're from a small town or a big city, this podcast will inspire you to think big, act smart, and stay grounded in what truly matters—your community. Tune in, and stay two steps ahead.

Publisher

Claire Bouvier

Category

business · education · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Feb 2023

Latest episode

31 Oct 2024

Latest episodes

31 of 66 episodes have a transcript.

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   31 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT

   #66 Can AI Be Your New Therapist?

   In today’s episode, I’m getting personal, diving into how I’m using AI as a daily resource for therapy, accountability, and growth. While nothing can replace the human connection we get from a therapist, AI has started filling the gap by helping me reframe thoughts, check my mindset, and hold myself accountable in those in-between moments when I need it most. Tune in to hear how I went from feeling overwhelmed to feeling empowered and how AI can help you become the best version of yourself. Episode Highlights: Recognizing and Working with ADHD I share my journey of discovering ADHD in adulthood and the impact it had on my life and career. Therapy helped me understand it as a strength rather than a barrier, and I learned strategies to balance my goals and stay present. Using AI as a Therapy Tool After years of traditional therapy, I’ve started using AI as a supplement, even “training” my personal AI to respond like my therapist used to. It challenges my mindset, plays devil’s advocate, and helps me reframe unhelpful thoughts. Reframing Anxiety and Embracing Small Shifts I discuss how learning to calm my “fight-or-flight” responses with simple reframing and mindset shifts has helped reduce anxiety. AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity have become valuable resources when I need a quick mindset check or resource guide. Thank you for tuning in today! If this episode sparked any thoughts or curiosity, I’d love to hear from you! Reach out with your thoughts, or let me know if you’re experimenting with AI for self-improvement. If you enjoyed this episode, please don’t forget to rate, follow, and leave a review on Apple Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/small-town-entrepreneur-podcast/id1213018359). Your support means the world and helps us reach more listeners. Until next time, keep exploring, and keep spreading your awesome! Find me on social: Website: http://clairebouvier.com/ (http://clairebouvier.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClaireBouvierPage/ (https://www.facebook.com/ClaireBouvierPage/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claire.bouvier/

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   29 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT

   #65 How Can Small Mindset Shifts Master Change?

   In today’s episode, we dive deep into the powerful role that mindset and technology play in how we work, live, and grow. Let’s face it, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence has us all feeling a little on edge. Some of us are excited, others apprehensive. In this conversation, we explore how to lean into change, embrace new ways of thinking, and use tech as a tool to help us achieve our goals without losing sight of our humanity. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep control over your life and your mind in a tech-focused world, this episode is just for you. Key Highlights: Embracing Discomfort and the Growth Mindset Together, we explore the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, even when it’s uncomfortable, to grow. I share personal insights on how small changes in our daily routines can help us make massive strides over time. How to Leverage AI as a Tool for Accountability and Growth Learn how I use AI to challenge my mindset and even play devil’s advocate when I need perspective. With tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity, I’m able to step outside my usual patterns, and I encourage you to try out a similar approach to see the benefits for yourself. Rewiring Your Thinking and Finding Accountability I chat about my morning habit of tuning into The Mindset Mentor Podcast to rewire my thoughts and break repetitive cycles. Building new thought patterns isn’t easy, but it’s essential in this fast-paced world. I’ll walk you through ways to introduce simple mindset shifts each day. Links and Resources Mentioned: The Mindset Mentor Podcast by Rob Dial – for daily motivation and actionable advice on mindset Atomic Habits by James Clear – an excellent book for anyone interested in making small, impactful changes in their life ChatGPT and Perplexity – AI tools I use daily for perspective shifts and accountability in decision-making Join the Conversation! I’d love to hear how this episode resonated with you. Are you ready to make those small changes and embrace a new mindset? Reach out, share your thoughts, and if you enjoyed today’s discussion, please rate, follow, and leave a review! It helps us reach even more people on their entrepreneurial journeys. Until next time, keep challenging yourself, and keep spreading your awesome! Find me on social: Website: http://clairebouvier.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClaireBouvierPage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claire.bouvier/

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   24 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT

   #64 Why finding meaning in your work is powerful

   In this episode, we explore the power of meaningful work and how it can transform not only your career but your entire well-being. When you find meaning in what you do, you become more productive, happier, and healthier. I share some eye-opening stats, like how employees who feel their work is meaningful are 33% more productive and much more likely to stay with their organizations. I’ve personally experienced the difference meaningful work makes, and today, I encourage you to step back, reflect, and find ways to bring more meaning into the work you’re already doing. Small mindset shifts can lead to big changes in how you approach your job—and ultimately, your life. Key Takeaways: Meaningful work boosts performance: When you find purpose in your work, you’re more productive, engaged, and less likely to quit. It improves well-being: Purposeful work enhances not just your career but your happiness and health, too. Start small: Focus on one meaningful aspect of your job and lean into it. Even small steps can lead to big changes over time. Shift your mindset: If you can’t change jobs, change your perspective. Find gratitude in what you do. It impacts your whole life: Meaningful work doesn’t just make you better at your job—it improves your relationships, health, and overall fulfillment. Actionable Takeaway I challenge you to take just 2% of your day—yes, just a small amount—and dedicate it to thinking about how you can bring more meaning into your work. Whether it’s connecting more deeply to the impact you’re making or finding a new way to create value, start small. Even a mindset shift can change how you feel about your work. And if you’re not feeling connected to your job right now, take that time to explore new possibilities. If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit from this message. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and spread the power of meaningful work. Let’s keep the conversation going—what’s one way you can add more meaning to your work today? 00:00 Introduction: Finding Meaning in Work 00:36 Welcome to the Small Town Entrepreneur Podcast 00:41 The Power of Meaningful Work 01:34 Statistics on Meaningful Work 02:34 Personal Experience and Advice 03:01 Creating Meaning in Your Current Job 04:15 Impact Beyond the Workplace 05:21 Practical Steps to Find Meaning 05:35 Conclusion and Challenge 07:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell Find me on social: Website: http://clairebouvier.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClaireBouvierPage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claire.bouvier/

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#66 Can AI Be Your New Therapist?

Published 31 Oct 2024 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And so having that resource 24 -7, having something. And this I will say right now will never be able to completely replace a human therapist. We need that human connection. Someone that really truly understands is what we can talk to. But the reality is there might be moments where you're having a panic attack. You might be just you can't breathe. But we don't have a therapist on speed dial. And that's what happened for me is that there was moments where I'm like, I need help now. And having that resource of something to start bouncing off and re -challenging our brain. So in these moments, where we're anxious, where we feel low, where we're confused, where we don't know how to move through the space, just acknowledge how you feel and map it out. […]

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5.0 / 5

4 ratings

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Engagement

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