We're toying with the idea of launching an AEO.co Certified Partner Program (Powered by Smart Marketer). There would definitely be an element of exclusivity so it would be limited. If we did that, would there be interested in it in our community? Chime in and let us know what you'd want that to look like! Thanks!!

Hey everyone! 👋 During my off-time, I’ve managed to get a little deeper into Agent frameworks. I’m not quite jumping into the deep end with autonomous agents like OpenClaw just yet, but I’m getting there. For me, understanding the deployment and the real-world opportunities here is critical. Here’s the deal: AI inference, workflows, and frameworks aren't just an "edge" anymore—they are the new standard. If we’re not learning and experimenting right now, it’s going to turn into a missed opportunity or, honestly, a legit risk for your business. I truly believe that at this moment, learning AI tools and frameworks is just as important as learning AEO. In fact, they really should go hand in hand. I know, it feels like a huge task to keep up with the latest developments, but it’s an effort worth investing your time, energy, and money in. It’s how we’re going to be better set for the immediate future. So, that’s my rant! I’d love to know where you’re at. Do you agree, or am I off base? I want to include as many advanced tools and frameworks as I can in our journey so we can—together—win in the AI era. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TL;DR: 👇 What’s your current AI proficiency level?

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.

Hey there, AEO Leaders! I’m reaching out with a quick update. Unfortunately, I had a minor accident yesterday—nothing too serious, but I need to take today off to recover. Because of this, we will be skipping today’s scheduled call. I apologize for the short notice! We were set to cover Brand Reputation in the AI Era, which is the closing chapter of our Brand Representation section in the The AEO Blueprint. 🗓️ Looking Ahead Don’t worry—I’ll make sure to cover this entire topic in depth during our next call. In the meantime, our main mission remains the same: sharing everything we know, learning from you, and helping everyone here become an AEO Expert. As we know, Answer Engine Optimization is the single biggest marketing opportunity of the next decade at least. When most of your clients are educating themselves and taking recommendations from AI there's a new and urgent need for your business to be found, understood and trusted by AI agents. That's what we're cracking the code on and will hope to keep you guys close so we can move faser and learn together! 💬 We Want Your Input! Since we have a little extra time before the next session, I want to make sure we are building exactly what you need. In the comments below, let us know: What are the top 3 things regarding AEO that you want us to: 1. Research deeper? 2. Expand on? 3. Build step-by-step guides for? 4. Thank you so much for your patience and for being such an incredible part of this community. I’ll see you all very soon!

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.