The ChatGPT Experiment - Simplifying Chat GPT For Curious Beginners

Episode Summary
In this episode, host Cary Weston checks in from Atlanta after his travel plans were disrupted by snow on the East Coast. He had just wrapped up presenting at a transportation and logistics conference and shares two foundational takeaways that continue to resonate with people learning to use ChatGPT. The core message? Talk to it. Cary explains that many people still don't realize ChatGPT is a tool you can actually converse with — not just query. He emphasizes the power of simply identifying one repetitive task and asking ChatGPT how it can help. This episode is all about keeping it simple, approachable, and human.
3 Key Takeaways
Talk with it, not to it: Most people still treat ChatGPT like a search engine instead of a conversational partner. A two-way conversation unlocks more insight and value.

Ask how it can help you: Don't overthink it — just explain who you are, what you do, and ask ChatGPT directly how it might be useful. It's an easy way to uncover immediate benefits.

Start with just one thing: Pick one repetitive task in your personal or professional life. That small win builds confidence and makes it easier to spot more ways ChatGPT can help.

Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
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CONNECT WITH CARY
ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston
LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/
MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.

Episode Summary
In this solo episode, host Cary Weston shares updates on two major announcements from OpenAI: the launch of ChatGPT Health and the upcoming integration of ads into ChatGPT. Cary breaks down what these updates might mean for users, especially in terms of privacy, personalization, and trust. He also answers listener questions on using ChatGPT for book writing, maintaining motivation, understanding the difference between chats and projects, and how platform choice affects performance. He closes the episode with shoutouts to community members using AI in thoughtful ways and encourages listeners to stay curious.
3 Key Takeaways
ChatGPT Health is a new feature that will give users a separate space to ask health and wellness questions, with added privacy and personalization. It's not a doctor replacement but a support tool for understanding medical data and preparing for appointments.

Ads are coming to the free and low-cost ChatGPT tiers. While OpenAI promises ads won't influence responses, Cary raises valid questions around trust and transparency.

Listener Q&A highlights how people are using ChatGPT for writing books, staying motivated, and improving efficiency in both work and volunteer settings—like running more productive community sports board meetings.

About Cary Weston
Cary is the host of The ChatGPT Experiment Podcast, where he helps users explore the practical applications of ChatGPT in real life. He offers one-on-one coaching, hosts workshops, and shares regular insights on how to make the most of AI tools for personal and professional productivity. He's also behind the Practical Marketing Show and runs a marketing agency, C.M. Weston.
Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
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CONNECT WITH CARY
ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com

Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com

Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston

LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016
MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear".

Episode Summary 
In this solo episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston breaks walks through a real-world example where he helped a trade advocacy group automate and streamline their time-consuming research process using ChatGPT's Projects feature. Cary shares his 4-part framework for setting up successful prompts and emphasizes the importance of engaging ChatGPT in dialogue, not just handing it a task and hoping for the best.
 
3 Key Takeaways
Use Cary's 4-Part Framework: When talking to ChatGPT, always explain: 1) What are we doing? 2) Why are we doing it? 3) What does success look like? 4) Do you have questions to help you do your best work?
Don't Rush the Task: Jumping too quickly into asking ChatGPT to "do something" often leads to poor results. Instead, let it help you plan, think, and collaborate.
Structure for Flexibility: When building Projects, keep the instructions (the "brain") stable, but make supporting documents modular—this makes updates and improvements much easier over time.
 
About Cary Weston
Cary is the creator and host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast, where he shares real-life strategies, coaching insights, and how-tos for using ChatGPT in practical, repeatable ways. Cary works with individuals, teams, and organizations to improve productivity and solve problems using AI. Through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and keynotes, he helps people find value in ChatGPT without getting overwhelmed by the tech.
 
Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
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CONNECT WITH CARY
ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com
Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston
LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER
The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here:
The Chat GPT Experiment Newsletter
MUSIC CREDITS
The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.

Episdode Summary 
In this solo episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston breaks walks through a real-world example where he helped a trade advocacy group automate and streamline their time-consuming research process using ChatGPT's Projects feature. Cary shares his 4-part framework for setting up successful prompts and emphasizes the importance of engaging ChatGPT in dialogue, not just handing it a task and hoping for the best.
3 Key Takeaways
Use Cary's 4-Part Framework: When talking to ChatGPT, always explain: 1) What are we doing? 2) Why are we doing it? 3) What does success look like? 4) Do you have questions to help you do your best work?

Don't Rush the Task: Jumping too quickly into asking ChatGPT to "do something" often leads to poor results. Instead, let it help you plan, think, and collaborate.

Structure for Flexibility: When building Projects, keep the instructions (the "brain") stable, but make supporting documents modular—this makes updates and improvements much easier over time.

About Cary Weston
Cary is the creator and host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast, where he shares real-life strategies, coaching insights, and how-tos for using ChatGPT in practical, repeatable ways. Cary works with individuals, teams, and organizations to improve productivity and solve problems using AI. Through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and keynotes, he helps people find value in ChatGPT without getting overwhelmed by the tech.
Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
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CONNECT WITH CARY
ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com

Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com

Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston

LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: The Chat GPT Experiment Newsletter
MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.

Episode Summary
In this solo episode, host Cary Weston rings in 2026 by sharing his annual tradition of choosing three guiding words for the year ahead. Instead of making resolutions, Cary focuses on building intentional habits and goals that align with both his personal and professional growth. He reflects on last year's words—Connect, Routine, Smile—grading himself on each and offering insight into how they shaped his year. For 2026, Cary's chosen words are Framework, Make, and Study, and he dives into how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini will support him in these areas.
3 Key Takeaways
Ditch Resolutions, Choose Words: Instead of making traditional resolutions, Cary selects three words each year to help guide his focus and actions—turning vague intentions into meaningful direction.

AI as a Personal Growth Tool: Cary demonstrates how ChatGPT and other AI tools can go beyond basic tasks to help with things like documenting ideas, crafting learning paths, and even assisting with creative hobbies.

Learning Should Be 3D: In his goal to "study" more deeply, Cary emphasizes the importance of learning that goes beyond the screen and into the real world—through conversation, practice, and real-life experience.

Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com
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CONNECT WITH CARY
ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston
LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/
MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called "Curious" by Podington Bear.