# How to Actually Use AI in 2026

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Podcast: [The Martell Method w/ Dan Martell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-martell-method-w-dan-martell-203442)
Published: 2026-02-19T16:29:48+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martell-media/episodes/How-to-Actually-Use-AI-in-2026-e3fani7
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## Resource

This episode breaks down the 15 pieces of AI advice that sound smart but will quietly sabotage your success. I’ll show you why so many founders fall for bad AI guidance, and the real principles you should build your company on instead. ✅ Get Your FREE AI Company Operating System here: https://go.danmartell.com/4ak6OTF 👥 Are you building an AI software company? Partner with me: https://go.danmartell.com/4kzSgCK

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