
The Only Way To Survive AI As A Business Owner In 2026
Most business owners think AI is a tool.
But what if AI is actually a filter and 2026 is the year it starts cutting people out?
In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins have an honest, uncomfortable conversation about how fast AI is moving, why so many business models are already in danger, and what separates the people who will win from the ones who will quietly get replaced.
They break down why being hands on, selling time for money, and relying on outdated systems is becoming a liability, and why ignoring this shift could cost you your business entirely…
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