Episode 9: Build Your Own – From Custom GPTs to AgenticSystems
Custom GPTs aren’t just a neat trick — they’re the training ground for theAI-powered agents of tomorrow. In this episode, Angela Schultz and LorenHorsager break down how leaders and teams can design GPTs that deliver realbusiness value, and why “build your own” beats using someone else’s template.
In this episode:
- What a custom GPT is (and isn’t)
- Four categories to try: Optimizer, Dialogic, Team, and Signature
- How to combine multiple GPTs into one advanced assistant
- Memory workarounds with ChatGPT projects
- Common pitfalls and security considerationsYou’ll leave with a clear framework to create tools that think and work in yourcontext — and the confidence to scale toward agents and workflows.
Resources:
- AI 201 Training: Hands-on experience building custom GPTs and Copilot agents
- AI 10X Coaching: Ongoing support to integrate AI solutions into your org
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