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Stephen Howell
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I empowering digital experiences through simple, accessible conversational AI.
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Making the buyer journey a-maze-ing doesn't have to be confusing. Anticipate needs, guide with AI, and turn every twist into a conversion. Read how to do it here: open.substack.com/pub/stephenh... #AIFirst #Sales #AI #Kognetiks
AI-First Sales: Beyond Prediction to Real-Time Anticipation
Why Successful AI Sales Teams Don’t Just React They Sense What Comes Next
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June 22, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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In 2025 winning sales teams are doing more with AI than ever before. They've gone beyond basic AI and now building around it with automation, intelligence, and personalization.
Learn more here → www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-m... #Sales #AI #Kognetiks
What It Means to Build an AI-First Sales Team in 2025
Sales has always been about the human connection. The handshake, the discovery call, the subtle cues in tone and timing.
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June 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Build your top performing sales rep with AI. The Kognetiks Chatbot can help you handle objections, qualify leads, and book calls, automatically. Read how to do it here: open.substack.com/pub/stephenh... #Kognetiks #Sales #AI
Add to Your Sales Team Without Adding to Payroll
How Sales Uses AI to Qualify Leads, Handle Objections, and Book Discovery Calls
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June 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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“What do your customers say?”

Let your chatbot answer.

The Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress turns testimonials into proof-on-demand.

👉 wordpress.org/plugins/chat...

#Kognetiks #WordPress #Testimonial
Visitor: Why should I trust your service? Chatbot: Sure - here's what one of our customers shared: The team was fantastic! They helped us boost sales by 30% in just three months. Truly a reilable partner. - Sarah D, Marketing Director
June 18, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Want more WordPress website members without lifting a finger? Let an AI Assistant handle objections, showcase value, and drop promo codes mid-chat. It’s the chatbot that closes while you sleep. wordpress.org/plugins/chat... #Kognetiks #WordPress #Sales #MembershipSites
June 17, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Turn your blog into a conversational archive. With Knowledge Navigator from the Kognetiks Chatbot, visitors ask natural questions, and your posts answer. Boost engagement + discoverability. Get it free: wordpress.org/plugins/chat...
Kognetiks Chatbot
Effortlessly add conversational AI to your WordPress site! Integrate AI Chat from leading AI vendors for powerful, responsive support and engagement.
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June 16, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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🧠 WordPress is getting an AI makeover. From chatbots to content generators to SEO sidekicks, the plugin aisle is packed. But which tools are actually worth installing? And which ones come with ethical baggage?
open.substack.com/pub/surfacin... #WordPress #AIPlugins #Chatbots #SEO #Content
The Rise of AI-Powered Plugins in WordPress: A Comparative Review of Integrations, Ethics, and Risks
Strategic Insights on Choosing, Trusting, and Using AI-Enhanced Plugins
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May 30, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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WordPress powers 43% of the web.

It's also the prime target for cyber threats, especially for small businesses.

Read the full breakdown: Good vs. Evil in Website Security

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#CyberSecurity #WordPress #WebSecurity
Cybersecurity, WordPress, and the Small Business Segment
Safeguarding Digital Presence in a High-Risk, Low-Resource Environment
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May 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Is your brand ready for AI?

There’s a new layer of visibility that matters: how AI models interpret and represent your brand.

The future isn’t just about human perception anymore - it’s about machine comprehension.

#AIStrategy #AIFootprint #AIMarketing

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Uncovering Your Brand’s AI Footprint
One sentence caught my attention in an article I read today on the Andreesen Horowitz website: We’re seeing the emergence of a new kind of brand strategy: one that accounts not just for perception in ...
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May 28, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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VSCode still dominates PHP dev, but Cursor is catching up fast with its AI-native edge. Who will win in the long run: ecosystem or innovation?
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#AI #PHP #DevTools #CursorIDE #VSCode #SurfacingWhatMatters
Cursor versus VSCode – Which Is the Leading IDE for PHP Coding?
How AI-First Editors Are Reshaping Traditional PHP IDE Hierarchies
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May 28, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Chatbots are reshaping WordPress—from menus and clicks to conversations and meaning. The ecosystem won’t be the same. 🔗 open.substack.com/pub/surfacin... #WordPress #AIChatbots #ConversationalAI #FutureOfWeb
Intention vs. Attention: How Chatbots Will Change the WordPress Ecosystem
From Page Views to Purposeful Engagement in a Chat-First Web
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May 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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What’s the most underrated piece of the puzzle in your industry? This prompt helps you spot what others miss and sound brilliant doing it. Get more prompts like this: smartprompts.substack.com#Underrated #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 26, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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What's one factor silently shaping [topic] that nobody talks about? This prompt cuts past the noise and surfaces the real insight. Ask it. Use it. Watch the conversation change. More at
smartprompts.substack.com #Blindspot #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Want to cut through the noise? Try this: “What’s the number one priority in addressing [topic] effectively?” Perfect for leaders, planners, and anyone who needs clarity fast. A new Smart Prompt just dropped: smartprompts.substack.com #Priority #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 24, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Read more about the roles of thin-wrapper AI products and AI as a Service platforms in my latest research report. open.substack.com/pub/surfacin... #AI #ThinWrapper #AIaaS
AI Deep Dive: The Role of Thin-Wrapper AI Products and AI as a Service Platforms
Unlocking AI Capabilities Through Lightweight Integration Layers
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May 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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What’s one surprising upside of [topic] that most people miss? This smart prompt helps you stand out by revealing the benefits no one’s talking about. Get more like this at smartprompts.substack.com #Upside #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 23, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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One smart final question can leave a lasting impression. Use this prompt to end any meeting, message, or conversation on a high note. open.substack.com/pub/smartpro... #Reflection #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 22, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Need to sound like an expert fast? This smart prompt gets you one bold sentence that sticks: Sum up [topic] in one bold takeaway sentence. It's perfect for meetings, pitches, or posts. Try it now. Find more like this at open.substack.com/pub/smartpro... #Takeaway #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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What’s one major warning sign in your industry that most people miss? This smart prompt reveals what to watch for, before it’s too late. open.substack.com/pub/smartpro...
#Redflags #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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I've been a notetake all my life.

Now it's digital.

3,700+ notes in Apple Notes, Zettelkasten-style.

It's not just about saving thoughts, it's about connecting them.

#Zettelkasten #NoteTaking #Productivity

Read the full story here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/freewr...
May 20, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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If you had to bet big on one trend within your field, what would it be? This smart prompt helps you generate high-conviction insights for bold decisions. open.substack.com/pub/smartpro...
#Betting #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
The One Bold Bet You Should Be Making in Your Industry
A prompt that helps you surface the biggest trend worth backing in any field
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May 19, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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What’s the one line that would win over a boardroom? This smart prompt gets you there fast: “What’s a powerful one-liner about [topic]?” open.substack.com/pub/smartpro...
#SmartPrompts #Kognetiks
May 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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What’s the weirdest plausible idea you’ve heard lately about [your field]? This smart prompt is built for unlocking unexpected gold. open.substack.com/pub/smartpro... #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks #Weirdwork
This Crazy Idea About [Topic] Might Actually Work
Push your imagination to the edge of plausibility and discover where real breakthroughs begin.
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May 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Ever tried flipping your argument? Ask: What’s the opposite perspective on [topic] – and what might it get right? Turns bias into balance. open.substack.com/pub/smartpro...
#SmartPrompts #Kognetiks #Counterview
Why Your Opponent Might Be Right (At Least a Little)
Flipping the script: how exploring the opposite side can sharpen your thinking
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May 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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How do you flip a challenge into an opportunity? This smart prompt helps you turn roadblocks into strategy. Your next great idea might be hiding in your biggest headache. Get more Smart Prompts at open.substack.com/pub/smartpro... #SmartPrompts #Kognetiks #Opportunity
May 15, 2025 at 2:03 PM