I AM NOT A ROBOT

What role will Australia play in the future of AI? In this episode of I Am Not a Robot , Hon Dr Andrew Charlton MP, Assistant Minister for Science, Technology and the Digital Economy, joins Justin Melton and Luke Taylor to explore the opportunities AI presents for Australian businesses. From giving small businesses access to capabilities once reserved for larger organisations to creating new jobs and backing homegrown AI, they explore how Australia can make the most of this next wave of technology. Plus, why trust could be one of the biggest barriers to AI adoption and why human judgement still matters in an AI-powered world. Not sure where your business stands with AI? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

You might already be paying for the cybersecurity you’re not using. In Episode 14, Tom Perak, Partner Solutions Sales Manager at Microsoft Australia, joins Justin and Luke to unpack how many businesses already have powerful security tools within Microsoft 365 but simply haven’t switched them on. From human error and phishing to Shadow IT and AI, they explore where businesses are leaving themselves exposed. Because good cybersecurity should be like a seatbelt: easy, always there and ready to protect you when something unexpected happens. Curious how AI could support your business? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: https://aitogo.au/

AI skills are human skills, not technical skills. In Episode 13 of I Am Not a Robot, Justin Melton and Luke Taylor are joined by Tim Allen, National AI Skills Director at Microsoft, to unpack why getting value from AI isn’t about learning to code. It’s about asking better questions, thinking critically and knowing where AI can make your working day easier.Tim shares practical examples from everyday work, from using Copilot to build a pivot table, to summarising an overflowing inbox, organising a calendar, creating an employee onboarding plan and producing meeting notes and actions almost instantly.Think big, start small and find one task you’d rather not be doing.Not sure where your business stands with AI?👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: https://aitogo.au/

Can AI close the gap between regional and metro businesses? Regional businesses face challenges their metro counterparts don’t always see, from skills shortages and rising costs to distance, transport and access to training. In Episode 12 of I Am Not a Robot , Justin Melton and Luke Taylor are joined by Rod Barnaby, Regional Director of Business NSW for the Mid North Coast , to explore how AI can help regional SMBs compete. From a local tradie using AI to reduce travel and fuel costs to businesses cutting down time spent on admin, compliance and lengthy documents, Rod shares practical examples of AI solving real business problems. Not sure where your business stands with AI? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

What happens to marketing when creating content is no longer the hard part? In Episode 11 of I Am Not a Robot , Justin Melton and Luke Taylor are joined by Kathryn Illy, CEO of the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) , to explore how AI is reshaping the role of marketers and where their real value lies in an AI-powered world. From brand authenticity and human judgement to changing skills and strategy, Kathryn shares why the future of marketing is about more than simply doing more with AI. Not sure where your business stands with AI? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

AI shouldn't just help you do more work. It should make the time you spend working more valuable. In Episode 10 of I Am Not a Robot , Justin Melton and Luke Taylor are joined by Lee Hickin, Executive Director of the National AI Centre , to explore what productivity with AI should actually look like for Australian businesses. From producing better quotes and improving customer service to reducing everyday admin, Lee explains how AI can help businesses create more value from the time they already have and give some of that time back. They also explore ai.gov.au , AI and jobs and how businesses can move from confusion to confidence by starting with real problems and practical use cases. Resources mentioned in this episode: AI and employment in Australia — Department of Employment and Workplace Relations Not sure where your business stands with AI? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: https://aitogo.au/

What if AI's biggest role in real estate isn't selling homes but helping agencies stay compliant? In Episode 9 of I Am Not a Robot, Justin and Luke sits down with Rosy Sullivan, Director & College Principal, Australian College of Professionals, to explore how AI is transforming one of Australia's most highly regulated industries. From anti-money laundering and privacy legislation to property marketing, client communication and training, Rosie shares how AI is helping real estate professionals work more efficiently while navigating an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Not sure where your business stands with AI? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment: https://aitogo.au/

Can AI help Australian businesses grow without losing the human touch? Paula Martin, Executive Director for Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW, shares practical insights on using AI to boost productivity, strengthen regional economies and build a smarter digital strategy for the future. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at AI to GO.

Will AI change architecture or simply change the way architects work? Andreas Antoniades, Managing Director of Antoniades Architects, joins I Am Not a Robot for a practical conversation about how AI is reshaping architecture. From streamlining design workflows and visualisation to improving productivity and helping firms stay competitive, Andreas explores why AI should enhance creativity rather than replace it and how architectural businesses can adopt it with confidence. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at AI to GO

What can the space industry teach your business about AI? Lisa Vitaris, Founder & CEO of Indo Pacific Space, explores how AI is transforming the space industry. From bushfire monitoring and satellite technology to autonomous systems, discover how businesses can adopt the same mindset of testing, learning and innovation. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at ⁠Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

AI isn't here to replace you but it might become the hardest-working member of your team. Josh Jones joins I Am Not a Robot for an engaging conversation about how businesses can use Microsoft Copilot to save time, work smarter and get more from AI without handing over the decisions that matter. From practical everyday use cases and productivity wins to common misconceptions and responsible AI adoption, Josh shares how business leaders can embrace AI with confidence while staying firmly in control. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

Your staff are already using AI. You just might not know it. Justin Melton and Luke Taylor unpack the rise of shadow AI, the risks leaders can't afford to ignore and why banning AI might be the wrong approach. From governance and data security to productivity, talent attraction and competitive advantage, this episode is packed with practical advice for leaders looking to embrace AI safely and strategically. Want to know where your business stands on the AI journey? 👉 Take the AI Maturity Assessment at AI to Go: Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

Daniel Macias from Business NSW joins I Am Not a Robot for a practical conversation about the opportunities and risks businesses face as AI adoption accelerates. From data privacy and responsible use to productivity and leadership, Dan explores why AI is quickly becoming a business essential and what organisations need to prioritise to adopt it safely and effectively. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

Adam Spencer joins I Am Not a Robot for a practical, down to earth conversation about AI without the hype. From curiosity and confidence to productivity and everyday business use, Adam unpacks why small businesses don’t need to be technical to start getting value from AI. Want to know where your business stands on AI? Take the AI Maturity Assessment at Empower Your Business with AI‑to‑Go

Most businesses aren’t failing at AI, they’re just waiting too long. In a time of uncertainty, playing it safe feels smart. But when it comes to AI, delay is the biggest risk. Justin Melton and Luke Taylor unpack what it actually means to be bold, but not reckless and how businesses can move forward without exposing themselves to unnecessary risk. Want to understand where your business actually stands with AI? Take the AI Maturity Self-Assessment and get clear on your next step: https://aitogo.au/