Episode 624

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5th Mar 2025

AI Business Transformation with Gerard Murtagh

What are some practical ways that businesses can optimize their operations with AI?

Scaling a business is tough, but scaling by 300% while dealing with fraud and financial chaos is next-level challenging. In this episode, Gerard Murtagh shares how AI helped his company, MouldMen, navigate rapid growth, uncover fraud, and optimize operations. This conversation is packed with real-world AI applications, leadership lessons, and practical strategies for business owners looking to stay ahead.

Gerard Murtagh doesn’t do business the conventional way. From launching his first venture at 17 to flying across the world to learn mold remediation firsthand, he’s built his success on innovation, grit, and a whole lot of AI-powered problem-solving.


Topics explored in this episode: 


(2:00) The Unexpected Crisis

* Gerard discovers a staggering $1.4M in fraud and financial mismanagement.


(10:54) Turning to AI for Answers

* Using AI to analyze company financials and expose fraudulent expenses.

* Early AI wins convince Gerard to dig deeper into automation.


(19:23) Scaling Smarter with AI

* Using AI to replace manual admin processes while increasing efficiency.


(32:14) Overcoming Resistance to AI

* Working with employees who initially push back against automation, fearing job losses.

* A structured approach to AI integration. 


(49:41) The Future of AI in Business

* Why business owners should consider building a “data lake.”

* How AI will reshape customer interactions, from service to sales.


Thanks to Gerard Murtagh for being on the show! 


Learn more about Gerard: https://www.gerardmurtagh.com/bio 

Connect with Gerard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardmurtagh/ 


Bill Gallagher, Scaling Coach and host of the Scaling Up Business podcast, is an international business coach who works with C-Suite leaders to achieve breakthrough growth. 


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