First, hello! Long time, no talk. Sorry I've been absent from the AEO group. @Julian Lopez took over (and crushed it) and I went off and did other things. Second, I owe y'all a huge apology. We launched this cohort to help us gather data, test, and figure out what the hell this AEO thing is. Everyone who joined signed up as a pioneer and put their faith and trust in us. THANK YOU!! Quick detour: For those of you who don't know. I'm dealing with some health issues and have been winding down my involvement in extracurricular activities (like starting new businesses). Because of that: I needed to find someone to partner with on the AEO front who could take the lead in building the company from a day-to-day perspective. I just don't have it in me right now. Good news: I found them!! Molly Pittman and Ezra Firestone of Smart Marketer were actually looking to launch an AEO service and so the timing was perfect. They're absorbing us into their company and taking the reigns from here. This lets me and Julian stay active in the "mad scientist" roles and brings in other grownups who want to actually run a business. It also brings us the financing, staff, and infrastructure necessary to really launch something meaningful. The reason I'm telling you this... I really, really screwed up. Here's how it happened (from my perspective): - My decades long health journey comes to a crossroads and I realize I need to buckle down and focus on getting well. - I pull the plug on everything other than Pareto (my main business). If I can't sell it, I just wind it down or give my share of the equity back. The only thing I can't let bring myself to let go of is AEO. - I post to Facebook in a desperate plea to find someone who can help take over AEO while still allowing me to stay involved. The response is overwhelming! Some massive names reach out and exciting conversations ensue. - I settle on Smart Marketer. They're an obvious choice and I've admired Molly for years and years. I'm so excited and also nervous because we need to move FAST! - We decide on what me and @Julian Lopez have known for a while: We have enough data. We just need to pull the trigger and go for it. We all agree we're going to bring on ten "test" clients for an initial phase of testing. - We pull together an application form. Smart Marketer goes to fire it off to their list and I go post it to my socials.

As part of my presentation on the bdss13.com I've got prepared an introductory class for the Agentic Shopping explosion that I'm expecting to happen on 2026, and here it is: Classroom: Agentic Shopping Revolution 🤖🛒 https://www.skool.com/aeo/classroom/9ce8b724?md=bd0a08605a6c417898dfb5192ba258bf It's an overview of what we think its going to be the next big explosion in AI experiences, followed by a breakdown of the different approaches and protocols that are being promoted by different companies that we all should know about and be prepared for, enjoy!

Hey AEO family! I’m beyond thrilled to share that my new book, Happiness by Habit: AI for a Life You Love, is now live on Amazon! 🎉 This project was born from my mission to help entrepreneurs grow with clarity, calm, and the power of ethical AI — and I owe a massive thanks to this community for shaping my thinking in so many ways. 📖 On Page 189, I highlight one of the most influential resources I’ve encountered: REFERENCES & FURTHER READING: The AEO Blueprint: Be the Answer AI Recommends. 2024. Essential reading for understanding Answer Engine Optimization and how to position your business to be recommended by AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI. This groundbreaking work shaped my approach to AI visibility and digital footprint optimization. A special thank you to @Julian Lopez, @Kasim Aslam, and @Perry Belcher — your leadership is part of the foundation this book is built on. If you’re curious about how to align your life, time, and business with AI in a way that feels empowering and human, I’d be honored if you’d check it out: 👉 Happiness by Habit: AI for a Life You Love —on Kindle this week book.happinessbyhabit.com With love, clarity, and algorithms,— Silvana Pimentel 💛The AI Superpower Implementor

We’re excited to have you, to get the most out of the community: introduce yourself and get to know each other, there's immense opportunity hiding in plain sight here. - Who are you?, Tell us about your business! - What’s your superpower (What are you really good at or what sets you apart?) - What are you most excited to learn about the future of search and how AEO can work for you? 🚀This is your space to share, ask questions, and begin your AEO journey Now, it's time to get to know each other! 👇 Please introduce yourself 👇 ----------------------------------------------------------- Here's my Introduction: Hey, everyone! 👋 My name is Kasim Aslam, I built and sold the #1 Google Ads Agency in the world, and today, as co-founder of AEO.co I’m here to help you navigate the exciting world of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). My superpower? Sourcing and training exceptional talent from emerging nations, and the proof is in this community (You gotta meet Julian!) What am I most curious about in the future of search? I’m super interested in how to leverage AEO for ultra-niched businesses—especially when you're in a space with a very specific target audience and trying to get AI Answer Engines to recommend your brand. I’m thrilled to be on this journey with all of you, and I can’t wait to see how AEO will revolutionize the way we all approach search and visibility in this new AI-driven landscape.