{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F358a56ed-1a2a-46d7-96f7-f43edebb3cc5","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Conversational AI That Ships: Discovery, Adoption & Real-World Use Cases with Don Stoddard","description":"On AIBiz, host Sayan sits down with Don Stoddard\u2014Founder of Blueprint Product, former product leader at Monster.com, and a certified AI Product Manager\u2014to cut through the hype and get practical about conversational AI. We unpack how teams can use AI to widen product discovery, where hallucinations and \u201cagreeable AI\u201d can distort decisions, and what it really takes to embed AI into workflows without slowing delivery. Don shares field-tested lessons from building a voice-first golf assistant, why context windows still bottleneck real-time experiences, and a no-nonsense adoption playbook that blends bottom-up experiments with top-down bets. If you build products, this episode shows how to move fast, stay responsible, and keep human judgment in the loop.\nAbout the guest\u00a0\u00a0:\nDon Stoddard is the Founder of Blueprint Product, a certified AI Product Manager, and a seasoned leader who has guided B2B and B2C teams\u2014previously at Monster.com\u2014to ship user-centered, measurable outcomes with AI.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nUse AI to expand discovery, not replace judgment. Prompt for pros and cons, counterarguments, and alternatives to avoid one-track thinking.\n\n\nKnow model limits. Internet-trained models can surface incorrect or outdated data and tend to always answer and agree, which can mislead roadmaps.\n\n\nDesign for conversation friction. Voice UIs still struggle with turn-taking cues (\u201cuh-huh,\u201d pauses) and real-time context; engineer explicit signals and fallback paths.\n\n\nEngineer context intentionally. Keep the right facts \u201cin window\u201d (user state, environment, recent actions). Treat context management as core product work, not an afterthought.\n\n\nAdopt with two gears. Empower bottom-up trials (team budgets, rapid prototypes, internal demos) while running top-down initiatives tied to competitive strategy.\n\n\nShip, learn, iterate. Don\u2019t stall on model debates; get a working slice to users, measure utility, and iterate quickly.\n\n\nStart where your data lives. Map available org data first; design use cases that create value with what you actually have, not hypothetical datasets.\n\n\nHands-on matters. Build a small custom GPT or assistant yourself to grok prompting, instructions, and tool use\u2014then translate that understanding into team practices.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest:\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\nLinkedIn: Connect directly.\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PO","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/cfa1318a-87ca-47b9-8261-9910260da96c/untitled-design-5-a2swm.jpg"}