2026 is coming fast—and the entrepreneurs who win won’t be the ones hustling harder; they’ll be the ones thinking smarter. In this power-packed episode, Jay Jones drops three mission-critical moves every entrepreneur must make to dominate the new year. Whether you’re building your first six-figure business or scaling toward seven, these insights will position you to out-think, out-execute, and out-earn your competition.
This episode isn’t about hype—it’s your 2026 game plan. Tune in, take notes, and prepare to grow smarter, faster, and stronger. Listen now on all platforms
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BLACK ENTREPRENEUR BLUEPRINT SHOW NOTES – EPISODE # 596
TIP #1 – Leverage AI
A. Why it matters:
- The new gold rush isn’t content—it’s automation.
- AI gives small businesses “corporate-level muscle” for pennies.
B. How to apply it:
- Use AI to multiply your reach: social media scheduling, content repurposing, ad copy.
- Create AI systems, not just tools—think AI customer support, AI voice agents, AI email segmentation.
- Example: “Imagine automating 80% of your lead nurturing while you sleep.”
C. Action steps:
- Choose one area to automate this week (content, emails, or customer service).
- Experiment with tools like ChatGPT, 247AISalesAgent.com, or Jasper to test automation ROI.
TIP #2 – Stay Focused
A. Why it matters:
- Entrepreneurs drown in opportunity—“shiny object syndrome” kills momentum.
- The key to 2026 success = execution over ideas.
B. How to apply it:
- Create a “one-year mission map”—pick one product, one audience, one offer.
- Protect your time: use calendar blocking, accountability partners, or “focus sprints.”
- Adopt a “no for now” policy to guard energy.
C. Jay’s Framework:
- Eliminate → Automate → Delegate — remove everything that doesn’t move the needle.
TIP #3 – Build A Platform
A. Why it matters:
- Social platforms are rented land. Algorithms change—ownership doesn’t.
- True wealth = owning attention and distribution.
B. How to apply it:
- Build your email list and nurture it weekly.
- Launch a podcast, newsletter, or membership hub to own your ecosystem.
- Turn your content into a community → your community into customers.
C. Pro Tip:
- Use tools like Beehiiv or ConvertKit to automate audience growth and monetization.
