Unlocking the Power of AI: An Inside Look with One Cliq’s Tanika McLeod Join us in this episode of The Okwera Podcast with host Justina Kanza, where we dive into the world of AI and entrepreneurship with Tanika McLeod, co-founder and Head of AI at OneCliq.

We explore the impact, and opportunity, of generative AI on startups, the importance of prompt engineering, and the transformative potential of AI in various sectors.

Tanika shares invaluable insights on building with AI, the future of generative AI, and offers practical advice for founders on how to navigate the fast-evolving tech landscape.

Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode provides actionable tips and profound knowledge on leveraging AI to scale your business effectively and efficiently.

00:00 Welcome to the Okwera Podcast

00:13 The Power of AI for Founders 00:47

Introducing OneCliq with Tanika 03:15 Understanding Generative AI

05:37 Misconceptions and Ethical Considerations

07:59 Evaluating AI for Your Startup 15:26 Building a Gen AI Team

22:09 The Journey to OneCliq

27:56 Customer Discovery and Pivoting

32:45 Effective Customer Research Techniques

33:19 The Importance of Follow-Up Questions

33:39 Learning from Past Experiences

34:37 The Challenge of Pivoting in Startups

35:26 Iterative Product Development

35:51 The Role of Opportunities in Startup Success

36:42 The Necessity of Pivoting

36:59 Building on Past Experiences

37:52 Smart Pivoting Strategies

42:51 The Future of Generative AI

46:10 Building Ventures as Non-Technical Founders

47:54 Ethics in AI Development

49:14 Rapid Fire Questions

53:13 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

57:54 The Importance of Community and Networks

58:55 Conclusion and Social Media Plugs