Ever feel like you're kinda, I don't know,
always chasing after the digital world,
trying to keep up with all the tech,
especially AI?
Oh, absolutely.
But at the same time, you wanna, you know,
stay true to yourself, your values. Yeah,
well, that's what today's deep dive is all
about. Finding that balance.
Right?
We're taking a look at this guy, Joshua Hale.
Calls himself the holistic tech wizard.
Catchy name, right?
Definitely intriguing. And we've got a ton of
material on him. His mission statements,
stuff from his website, even client
testimonials, the whole shebang.
It works.
Exactly. So, are you ready to dive in and see
how this self proclaimed wizard blends
technology with mindful living, especially
for entrepreneurs?
Let's do it.
Okay, so first things first. What's the deal
with this Joshua Hale guy? He doesn't sound
like your typical tech guru.
You're right about that. He's not your
Silicon Valley type at all. In fact, he's a
former club.
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turned modern day home skitter.
Okay, now that's not something you hear every
day. Ducks in digital domination. How does
that even work?
Well, that's where his whole philosophy comes
in. See, hale believes technology, especially
AI, is the biggest thing since the printing
press.
Really? That big, huh?
A total game changer. But, and this is
crucial, he's keenly aware of its potential
downsides.
Yeah, I can see that. I mean, it can be a
little creepy, right? All that AI stuff. Like
sometimes I get those 1984 vibes, you know,
the surveillance, the lack of.
Control, big brother and all that. Hale
tackles those fears head on. He points to
technologies like facial recognition and
those algorithms that seem to predict your
every move. Stuff that's already eroding our
privacy.
It's a little too knows what you did last
summer.
Right. His argument is that these systems,
even though they're marketed as, like, super
convenient and safe, they could lead us down
a really dangerous path if we're not careful.
So he's not sugarcoating it.
Not at all. He's showing us the risks, why we
need to be aware and engaged.
So it's like a reality check, right?
Exactly. And here's the thing. Hale
emphasizes that we're not powerless. We have
the power to shape how AI impacts our lives,
our communities.
Okay, so how do we do that?
It's about responsible AI use. It's about
finding that sweet spot where technology
empowers you without compromising your
values.
Right. Finding that balance. So it's not
about rejecting technology altogether.
Exactly. It's about using it consciously,
intentionally. Like, take his consulting
service, for example.
Oh, yeah, you mentioned that. The
entrepreneur's compass, right?
That's the one. It's designed to help small
business owners, you know, use AI
strategically.
Strategically. Okay, so what does that look
like in practice?
Well, he helps them clarify their goals,
figure out what they really want to achieve.
Then he helps them map out a plan to get
there using all these new AI tools. Okay,
but, and this is key, he also helps them stay
true to their values while they're navigating
this ever changing digital world.
So it's like he's not just saying, hey,
here's the tech, go make money, right? He's
saying, hey, how can we use this tech to
actually live a better life?
Exactly. He's all about aligning your work
with your values, especially in these crazy
times.
And one of the tools hes really into is chat
GPT, big time.
He actually has a whole book coming out about
it called 15 biggest AI dangers you will face
in your lifetime.
Wait, dangers? But I thought he was
optimistic about AI.
He is, but hes also realistic. He doesnt shy
away from the potential risks.
Okay, that makes sense.
But the book also teaches people how to
harness the power of AI, specifically through
chat GPT.
So it's like a warning label and an
instruction manual all in one.
Exactly. He wants people to be informed and
empowered.
I like that. So, chat GPT, I'll be honest,
I've heard of it, but I'm not exactly sure
what it is or how it works.
So basically, it's like having a super smart
assistant that can help you with all sorts of
tasks.
Like what kind of tasks?
Oh, you name it. Writing emails, creating
content, summarizing documents, even coding.
Hale calls it building your own personal
army.
A personal army? That sounds kind of intense.
I know, right? But he's just saying that AI
can automate tasks, analyze data, all that
stuff, so you have more time to focus on what
really matters.
Okay, now that's something I can get behind,
saving time, right?
Think of it like this. Imagine having a
customized business dashboard that analyzes
all your data, pulls out the most important
insights, and helps you make smarter
decisions.
Dashboard.
Okay, exactly. And Hale claims that knowledge
workers, people like us, can save up to 12
hours per week by using AI effectively.
12 hours? Okay, now I'm really listening.
That's a game changer, right?
It frees up so much time and mental energy.
So this is all starting to make sense. But,
and maybe this is a big but, how does Hale
integrate this whole high tech approach with
his, you know, holistic living thing.
Ah, that's the million dollar question,
right?
Yeah.
And it all comes down to his personal
journey. He wasn't always a homesteading tech
philosopher, you know? Oh, really? Nope. He
was this city dwelling club dj. Totally
addicted to the fast pace, the constant
stimulation. Think late nights, loud music,
the whole nine yards.
So the total opposite of his life.
Now you got it. Yeah. But then he had this.
Well, it wasn't exactly an epiphany, but a
gradual shift. He started craving a slower,
more intentional way of life.
And that led him to the homestead.
Exactly. Who traded in his turntables for,
well, ducks, basically. He embraced a more
mindful approach to. Well, everything.
Wow. That's quite a transformation. But it
proves his point, right?
Exactly. You can be tech savvy and live a
mindful, holistic life. They're not mutually
exclusive. In fact, Hale believes they can
complement each other beautifully.
So when he talks about holistic living, what
exactly does he mean?
It's about finding that harmony, that balance
between technology and inner peace. Imagine
this. A person meditating peacefully, but
they're surrounded by this glowing sphere of
technology. It's like they're in the world,
but not of it.
Okay, I can picture that.
That's Hale's vision.
Yeah.
You can use technology for good and still
maintain your well being, your sense of self.
It's like he's found a way to be in the tech
world without letting it, you know, take
over.
Exactly. It's about being intentional,
mindful. And that brings us to another big
piece of Hale's philosophy. Community.
Okay, community. How does that fit into all
this?
Well, he believes that in this world, you
know, where we're increasingly isolated,
where everything feels so centralized, he
believes that mutual aid groups are crucial.
Mutual aid groups?
Yeah, like real communities helping each
other out. He says they offer this sense of
connection, of control that a lot of people
are craving these days.
I can see that. It's easy to feel kind of
powerless, you know, just swept along by
everything.
Totally. And Hale sees mutual aid as this
antidote to that feeling. It's about building
these networks of support, ways to share
resources, skills, knowledge.
So it's not just about surviving, it's about
actually thriving together.
Exactly. And it's about being proactive, not
just reacting out of fear.
You know, he's really big on that proactive
approach, isn't he? Like with that whole
digital currency idea.
Oh, yeah. He's got big ideas about creating a
more localized, community driven economy.
It's pretty radical. When you think about it.
So are there any other unique things he's
doing to build these resilient communities?
Well, one thing that stands out is his
approach to leadership within these groups.
Okay, how so?
He advocates for rotating leadership.
Rotating? So not the traditional top down
structure?
Exactly. He believes in giving everyone a
voice, empowering them to share their skills
and knowledge.
Interesting. So it's about breaking down
those old power structures and creating a
more, like, collaborative, equitable
environment.
Right. And that seems to be a theme
throughout all of Hale's work. Creating a
more human centered future where technology
empowers us, connects us instead of isolating
us or controlling us.
That's a pretty powerful vision. And it
sounds like he's not just talking about it.
He's actually out there walking the walk.
Oh, absolutely. He leads a local mutual aid
group.
Himself, putting his money where his mouth
is. I like that. And are people responding to
his message?
Big time. He's got tons of client
testimonials, and some of them are incredibly
moving people, saying he helped them find
their purpose, achieve financial success,
overcome that feeling of just being lost.
Wow. So it's more than just tech advice he's
giving. He's helping people live more
fulfilling lives.
Exactly. And a big part of that is his
personality, which really shines through in
everything he does.
What's he like?
Well, he's an enneagram type seven.
Okay.
Which basically means he's often
enthusiastic, visionary, driven by
possibilities. He's not afraid to dream big,
but he's also grounded.
Right. Like he's not just some pie in the sky
kind of guy.
Exactly. He's got that practical side, too.
And I think that's what makes him so
relatable, so trustworthy.
It's that where combination a big thinker
who's also down to earth and that human
element, that authenticity, really comes
through, especially in his approach to AI.
Right. It's refreshing, actually. He's not
afraid to be vulnerable, to talk about his
own struggles. He's just a real person trying
to figure it all out, just like the rest of
us.
And that makes him so much more relatable,
don't you think?
Definitely. He's not some untouchable guru on
a mountaintop. He's down here in the trenches
with us, figuring things out as he goes. And
I think that's what makes his work so
valuable, so inspiring. He's showing us that
it's possible to embrace technology without
losing our humanity, without compromising our
values.
He's reminding us that we're all in this
together.
Exactly. And that we have the power to shape
a better future. A more human centered
future.
Well, on that note, I want to thank you so
much for joining us for this deep dive into
the world of Joshua Hale, the holistic tech
wizard. He's definitely given us a lot to
think about.
He has. It's been a pleasure.