Instagram's DM Dilemma, Tech's Impact on Creativity, Ready vs Done Mindset & AI Now

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Can Instagram's latest update transform your business interactions, or will it complicate communication beyond repair? Join us on Mindful Bytes as we dissect Instagram's significant change to business accounts—now, you can only receive DMs from users you follow. Let's discuss the pros and cons with Olivia, from reducing spam to the risk of missing out on new client connections.
Ashton introduces us to the Samsung Z Flip, a phone designed with a smaller external screen which could help users focus on essential tasks without the constant lure of social media.
Have you ever wondered if technology is a friend or foe to your creativity? Shawna shares how social media and technology can both inspire and hinder creativity. Brian sheds light on being more intentional of how we use reclaimed time for meaningful activities and the role adults must play in guiding the younger generation to balance screen time with creative pursuits. Maybe downtime could fuel innovation for creatives...let's talk about it.
Later in the episode, Brian brings a fresh mindset to the table to discuss. Based on a topic Seth Godin recently wrote about. Which is better, a ready or done mindset? We'll discuss the risks of releasing things premature and the potential damage it could cause to a brand's reputation. Let's discuss how adopting a "ready mindset" could reduce stress and spark experimentation within teams moving forward. How can we balance innovation with perfection in business? It is possible?
In this episode we will also begin to touch on what Entrepreneur Magazine has to say about AI now, while sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the vital need for human connection. Don't miss this multifaceted discussion on the evolving landscape of digital communication, creativity, and business innovation.
Links Mentioned:

• Creativity In A World Of Technology: Does It Exist?
• Mind Wandering (PNAS)
• Ready vs Done by Seth Godin
• 2 Ways AI Is Making A Difference

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1. Instagram Update and Tech Trends (00:00:00)

2. Instagram Update: Impact on Business Accounts (Olivia) (00:01:25)

3. Super Likes (Olivia) (00:05:43)

4. New Gadgets: Samsung Z Flip Review (Ashton) (00:09:19)

5. Creativity vs. Technology: Enhancing or Hindering? (Shawna) (00:11:38)

6. The Importance of Downtime for Creatives (Shawna) (00:16:17)

7. Work-Life Balance: Right to Disconnect (Shawna) (00:21:21)

8. Ready vs. Done Mindset (Brian) (00:23:52)

9. Effective Use of AI in Business (Brian) (00:31:49)

10. How We're Using AI Now (Brian) (00:34:55)