UnHacked the podcast with hosts Justin Shelley, Bryan Lachapelle, and Mario Zaki.

Episode 88: How to Actually Use AI in Your Business (Without Getting Hacked)

AI is transforming business productivity—but are you using it safely? In this episode, we dive deep into the practical applications of AI for business owners, sharing real-world examples of how to harness this powerful technology while avoiding critical security pitfalls.

What You'll Learn:

  • How to create custom GPTs that handle contracts, documentation, and repetitive tasks
  • Why AI security must be your top priority before handing over your business data
  • The "10-50x productivity multiplier" claim and what it really means
  • Real examples of AI gone wrong (including employees creating malicious scripts after termination)
  • How to structure prompts that actually work for your business use cases
  • The dangers of vibe coding and what happens when you hand complete access to AI

Key Takeaways:

  • Start simple—but start NOW. Pick one business problem and solve it with AI
  • Always assume AI will "hallucinate" or mislead—verify everything with a human expert
  • Your chat history is admissible in court—be careful what you share
  • Never upload sensitive client data to free/unsecured AI platforms
  • Security frameworks aren't optional—they're essential when integrating AI

The Reality Check:

From contracts that were flagged incorrectly (almost costing a client) to construction companies automating messy documentation—AI is powerful but requires guardrails. The hosts share real examples, both successes and failures, to help you avoid costly mistakes.