Description:
In this episode of The Builders Podcast, Ken Cox joins Matt Levenhagen to explore how AI is transforming business. Ken shares his journey from web hosting to building InLink, an all-in-one AI-powered business solution. He dives into the concept of AI employees, how they streamline operations, and why they are the future of small business success.
Key Takeaways:
- AI Employees are Here: Virtual agents are no longer futuristic—they’re actively performing tasks and automating workflows for businesses today.
- From Web Hosting to AI Innovation: Ken’s experience with hosting giants like Mastercard and AOL gave him insights into technology’s evolution and the next big leap.
- Small Businesses Can Compete with AI: InLink is designed to help solopreneurs and small businesses automate, streamline, and scale without massive overhead.
- The Future of Business is AI-Driven: AI solutions are becoming as essential as having a website in the late '90s—early adopters will gain the biggest advantages.
- Mindset Shift is Key: Businesses that embrace AI and automation will be better positioned for growth, efficiency, and sustainability.
Join us as Ken Cox shares his vision for AI-powered business solutions, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and why he believes now is the best time to start integrating AI into your business.
Ken Cox is the President of Rivercity Internet Group and the visionary behind InLink.com—a platform built specifically to provide every tool you need to be successful in business. InLink.com offers an Office suite that includes email, spreadsheets, documents, and cloud storage, along with a robust CRM that supports unlimited users—eliminating costly per-user fees.
Ken is here to share his expertise on how small businesses can use these tools to streamline operations, boost productivity, and achieve new levels of success.
THE MEAT OF IT!
1. Introduction
- Welcome to The Builders Podcast
- Introducing Ken Cox and his journey
2. Ken Cox’s Entrepreneurial Journey
- From vending machines to web hosting
- Working with major brands like Mastercard and AOL
- Lessons learned from the early dot-com days
3. The Birth of InLink
- The evolution from Hostirian to AI-driven solutions
- What inspired the creation of InLink
- How InLink is positioned as an all-in-one AI business tool
4. AI Employees and Business Automation
- What are AI employees?
- Real-world examples of AI handling business tasks
- The impact on solopreneurs and small businesses
5. The Future of Small Business in the AI Era
- How AI is leveling the playing field
- Key trends shaping AI adoption in business
- Predictions for the next five years
6. Challenges and Opportunities
- Overcoming resistance to AI adoption
- The biggest misconceptions about AI in business
- How small businesses can take advantage of AI today
7. Final Thoughts & Takeaways
- Key lessons from Ken’s journey
- Where to learn more about InLink and AI solutions
- Encouragement for entrepreneurs to embrace technology
Click to See Episode Chapters and Timestamp
| Timestamp | Summary |
| 0:00 | Leveraging AI and Partnerships for Business Automation |
| 2:37 | The Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur Embracing AI and Innovation |
| 9:51 | From Special School to Tech Expert: Ken's Journey |
| 13:21 | From Web Hosting to Boxing: A Journey of Resilience |
| 18:18 | Boxing, Business Challenges, and Personal Growth |
| 23:57 | Navigating Business Challenges and Preserving Entrepreneurial Dreams |
| 29:48 | The Rollercoaster Journey of Entrepreneurship and Business Resilience |
| 33:52 | Innovative Solutions for Small Businesses with Hosterian and EnLink |
| 40:03 | Data Privacy and Cost-Effective Solutions for Individual Users |
| 40:35 | Go High Level and Hosterians Hosting Partnership Explained |
| 41:46 | Empowering Businesses with AI Tools and Strategy Calls |
| 44:05 | Integrating CRM Solutions for Main Street America |
| 46:49 | Implementing AI Employees for Business Efficiency and Innovation |
| 57:38 | Empowering Small Businesses with AI Solutions and Entrepreneurial Insights |
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- Episode 214: Erich Archer – Building Smarty Pants GPTs, Creating Faster, Smarter Workflows
- Episode 213: Alykhan Jetha – Evolution of Daylite – Lessons in Cloud, Microservices & Eliminating Waste
- Episode 209: Jason Saltzman – Tackling the Debt Relief Problem: The Story Behind the Innovative Relief App
