EP214: AI Agents Are Not Magic. They’re the New Workforce for Entrepreneurs

AI Agents: The Next Evolution for Entrepreneurs

AI is shifting from simple prompts to powerful, task-driven agents—and entrepreneurs who understand this shift will have a major edge. In this episode of Start Scale Exit Repeat, Steve Simonson joins Colin C. Campbell and Michelle Van Tilborg to break down how founders can use AI practically, starting small and focusing on point-to-point solutions. The takeaway: treat AI like a team of interns, not a magic replacement, and build smarter, faster workflows with the right oversight.

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