Damien & Danielle (Thoughts Brewing)

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Executives and senior leaders who set strategy, lead teams, and drive organizational outcomes.

Startup founders building new businesses, from MVP to scale.

Applying AI tools and techniques to professional workflows — assign alongside more specific AI topics.

Turn information overload into a Knowledge Engine that talks back. Go from drowning in unread PDFs to shipping high-fidelity AI artifacts.

Solutions Architect & AI Educator

Damien Griffin

Solutions Architect & Co-Founder at Thoughts Brewing, LLC

NotebookLM Weekend Masterclass

Project Manager 

Financial Services Consultant (soon to be retired)

Executive Director

Thoughts Brewing

HubSpot

United Way

MANTECH

This course is for AI-curious professionals who are tired of LLMs hallucinating about their own business data. You’ve used the big bots, but you’re ready for a tool that stays grounded in your specific files, not the entire internet.You should pull up a chair if you are:<ul><li>An overwhelmed researcher or lead sitting on a pile of unread PDFs and half-baked notes.</li><li>A solutions-oriented builder who needs to turn raw data into interactive podcasts, briefing docs, and infographics without the usual tech headache.</li><li>A busy professional who has played with NotebookLM but wants a structured way to master the non-intuitive interface and see what else it can actually do.</li></ul>We are looking for active builders who already have a basic handle on how to talk to a bot. We won’t be covering "Prompting 101" here, we are diving straight into building a Knowledge Engine that actually talks back.This is not for the AI absolute beginner or anyone looking for a tool to browse the web for generic answers. This is for the person who wants to tame information chaos and turn their personal library into a competitive advantage.

Master NotebookLM: Turn Data Chaos Into Precise AI Artifacts in a Weekend

Build a grounded Knowledge Engine

Transform raw data into executive-level artifacts

Generate custom Audio Overviews for hands-free learning

Visualize complex info with Mind Maps and Infographics

Navigate the 3-panel interface like a systems pro

Pressure-test your mastery with AI-generated Quizzes

You should have experience using tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude to ensure we can focus on NotebookLM-specific workflows.

Proficiency in AI Prompting

A personal or Google Workspace account is required to access the NotebookLM platform during the live sessions.

Active Google Account

Access to a desktop computer (preferred) and a stable Zoom connection for the live interactive portions of the weekend.

Standard Tech Setup

Leaders &amp; Project Managers needing reliable AI. Build a grounded system that uses your data to automate workflows.

Founders synthesizing research fast. Turn private notes and transcripts into professional audio and text reports.

Operators &amp; Researchers managing massive document libraries. Extract precise insights and summarize complex data without manual effort.

What You’ll Get

Unlock ideas. Save time. Do more with AI.

Thoughts Brewing, LLC - Founders & AI Strategists

Damien & Danielle

100 Things You Can Do With ChatGPT (+ Prompts)

What You'll Get

Clear, ethical, and practical AI chatbot use. What to do and what to avoid.

Dos and Don’ts of Using AI Chatbots

Build your personal AI strategy with a fillable workbook that turns knowledge into action.

Human + AI Playbook Template

Compare human strengths with AI capabilities to choose the right tool for the task.

Machines vs Humans: Who’s Best for the Job?

A quick-glance breakdown of what AI chatbots do well and where they fall short.

Pros & Cons of AI Chatbots

The Complete Human + AI Toolkit Bundle

AI can’t guess your voice. Neither can new team members. This template get's everyone on the same page.

Writing Style Guide Template

What Are Fractional Services?

Strategic COO/CTO partnership. Operational clarity, smarter tech, & scaling systems without hiring full-time leadership.

Fractional COO/CTO Services

What It Is

Custom workshops designed for your team's specific AI integration needs.

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Damien & Danielle (Thoughts Brewing)

Courses

NotebookLM Weekend Masterclass

Services

Fractional COO/CTO Services

Next-Level AI Workshops

Resources

100 Things You Can Do With ChatGPT (+ Prompts)

Dos and Don’ts of Using AI Chatbots

Human + AI Playbook Template

Machines vs Humans: Who’s Best for the Job?