Episode 3
Fundraising.AI
Episode 3: AI in Our Lives: Balancing Efficiency, Personalization, and Responsible Use
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OVERVIEW
In this episode of Fundraising.AI Podcast…
Join our hosts, Nathan and Scott, in a captivating discussion as they unravel the multifaceted relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence (AI). In this engaging conversation, they traverse various themes surrounding the utilization of AI tools, exploring both their practical applications and ethical implications.
Throughout the dialogue, Nathan and Scott explore the spectrum of AI tools, from the novelty of emerging technologies to the integration of established platforms like OpenAI and Co-Pilot into daily workflows. They share personal experiences and insights into how different AI tools cater to specific needs, whether it’s for productivity, research, or creative endeavors. The conversation also delves into the mindset shift required to fully leverage AI’s potential while ensuring responsible usage. They discuss the importance of understanding the limitations and risks associated with AI, highlighting the need for organizations to foster a culture of experimentation and learning.
As the discussion unfolds, Nathan and Scott reflect on the balance between efficiency and authenticity in AI-driven interactions. From personalized AI-generated content to the enduring value of face-to-face communication, they explore how AI intersects with human emotions and experiences. Ethical considerations surrounding AI usage are also examined, focusing on the imperative of promoting beneficial and responsible AI practices. Nathan and Scott emphasize the need for transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making in harnessing the power of AI for societal benefit. In closing, they contemplate the evolving role of AI in content creation and personalization, pondering its implications for digital engagement and human connection.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
- [03:45] Arc Browser: A Revolutionary Tool or a Pandora's Box?
- [08:07] OpenAI, Perplexity, and Co-Pilot in Focus
- [10:12] Overcoming Mental Blocks and Embracing the AI Mindset
- [12:40] Shift from Google to Generative AI
- [14:01] Overcoming Resistance and Enhancing Efficiency
- [20:22] The Importance of Embracing AI in Organizations
- [21:33] Era of Beneficial and Responsible AI: Welcoming Innovation with Caution
- [23:31] Leveraging AI for Personalization Amidst Digital Overload
- [25:35] The Heartfelt Blend of Digital and Personal: AI in Human Connections
TIPS AND TOOLS TO IMPLEMENT TODAY
- Explore diverse AI tools for various tasks and needs.
- Foster a positive AI mindset to embrace its benefits.
- Encourage staff to experiment with AI for innovative solutions.
- Educate on responsible and ethical AI use, prioritizing data security.
- Recognize AI's role in content creation while valuing personal interactions.
- Prioritize personalized interactions, whether AI-driven or human.
- Use AI to streamline tasks, reallocating saved time effectively.
- Reflect on AI tool effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed.
- Provide ongoing AI training and education.
- Set clear KPIs for AI adoption and measure impact on productivity.
FAVORITE QUOTES
- "Generative AI is way more exciting to talk about than predictive." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "I have been using the Arc browser lately and love this tool. It creates a website just for me based on what I'm looking for." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "It's like you type in a question, you can either do a regular search like you would with any other browser, or you can say browse for me." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "When I talk to clients about AI education, it's always about the use case. " - Scott Rosenkrans
- "I'm using generative AI more for information searching. But that doesn't mean like I still need to remind myself that it's accessible as a tool to make my work more efficient." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "Open AI is kind of like it ends up being like a brand of Kleenex." - Nathan Chappell
- "I could imagine a world right then; when AI is just ubiquitous with all productivity." - Nathan Chappell
- "Your biggest limitation to using a large language model for anything for like creative brainstorming, or first draft or whatever, is it is truly the mindset." - Nathan Chappell
- "What I see in the nonprofit sector doubling down of beneficial and responsible AI" - Nathan Chappell
- "There will be a time that organizations using AI will outpace you so much that you will have seen it come in. You have got to jump in. These tools are so easy and accessible. Jump into the AI mind shift or mindset. " - Nathan Chappell
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MEET YOUR HOSTS
Nathan Chappell
As a thought leader, public speaker, author and inventor, Nathan is one of the world’s foremost experts on the intersection between Artificial Intelligence and philanthropy. Nathan serves as Senior Vice President of DonorSearch AI, where he leads AI deployments for some of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations. Nathan’s subject matter expertise has been featured in several publications, including Fast Company, University of Notre Dame and the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy. In 2021, Nathan founded Fundraising.Ai as a member-centric collaboration of nonprofit professionals with a focus on data ethics, data equality, privacy and security, sustainability. Nathan presented the first TEDx on the topic of artificial intelligence and the future of generosity in 2018. Nathan is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and holds a Masters in Nonprofit Administration from University of Notre Dame, an MBA from University of Redlands, a certificate in International Economics from University of Cambridge and a certificate in Artificial Intelligence from MIT.
Scott Rosenkrans
Scott Rosenkrans is the Assistant Vice President of DonorSearch Ai and has been with the organization for three years. He began his journey in the nonprofit sector twelve years ago as a prospect researcher. He quickly became fascinated with data as he noticed the organization that he previously worked for was amassing a wealth of information but was unsure how to efficiently use the data and resources to its full potential. This led him to become interested in predictive modeling and data analytics. During this time, he began to create an immense commitment to delivering tailor-made machine learning models to nonprofits.
The thing that Scott loves most about working for DonorSearch is the ability to prioritize what is best for the client and nonprofit sector above all else. He believes that growth is our most important core value because the DSAi team continuously evolves and brings a unique perspective that provides value to our clients. He stays ahead of industry trends because of his insatiable drive to constantly try out new things.
Favorite nonprofit: Shriner’s Children Hospital because of their extreme commitment to providing exceptional medical care, while also alleviating the financial burdens on families.
