What a barndominium search taught me about the new way customers find — and trust — small businesses. I went looking for a barn house on ChatGPT a few weeks ago and accidentally learned more about my own industry than I expected. Here’s the short version: AI is no longer acting like a search engine. […]
Category: AI in Marketing
Why Your Social Media Isn’t Working, And Why the Answer Is Harder to See Than You Think
Your social media isn’t working because the content looks like everyone else’s, and now it’s invisible to both humans and AI. If that sounds blunt, stay with me. The reason most people land on this: “the algorithm changed,” “nobody reads anymore,” “social media is dead.” It isn’t quite the whole story. The real problem is […]
26 AI stats business owners should know heading into 2026
AI didn’t politely RSVP to small business marketing. It just showed up, grabbed a chair, and started volunteering to take work off your plate. So instead of guessing what’s hype and what’s actually happening, here are 26 stats heading into 2026 that you can quote with confidence. Each one links to the original source so […]
How Do I Use AI to Market My Small Business Without Losing My Mind
Artificial intelligence didn’t quietly show up in small business marketing. It kicked the door open, poured itself a coffee, and plopped down right on your to-do list like it owns the place. And suddenly, everyone’s telling you that if you’re not “using AI,” you’re falling behind. Here’s the part most people won’t say out loud. […]