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