What if AI could think with you, not just work for you?

In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, Mark Perkins sits down with David Asarnow, Founder and CEO of Business Nitrogen, to break down how entrepreneurs are actually using AI to grow faster, make better decisions, and create real leverage inside their businesses.

David is not speaking in theory. He works directly with founders and leadership teams to integrate AI into daily operations. This conversation shows what is working right now and how to apply it immediately.

If you want to scale without adding complexity or burnout, this episode gives you the playbook.

What You Will Learn:

How to use AI as a thinking partner to improve decision making
The 1-3-1 framework for solving problems with clarity and speed
Why action consistently beats overthinking and hesitation
How to create leverage using AI and simple systems
The difference between average and high-level prompting
Where AI fits into real business strategy moving forward

Key Takeaways:

Busy people get more done
Action beats hesitation
Have fun and experiment with AI

Why This Matters:

AI is changing how business gets done, but fundamentals still separate winners from everyone else. The entrepreneurs who take action, build systems, and learn to work with AI will have a massive advantage.

This episode is for operators who want to move faster and think better.

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#185 - How AI Can 10X Your Business in 2026 | David Asarnow (Business Nitrogen)