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Persistent AI Agents: How to Get Started (and What to Watch Out For)

November 3, 2026 · 44 min

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Want an always-on AI agent that manages your email, calendar, and tasks without putting your business data at risk? I interview Jonathan Mast to learn how to onboard, secure, and train a persistent AI agent, how to choose among Dots, Grok Bot, Muse, and Instinct, and which workflows to set up first.

  • What Are Persistent AI Agents and How Do They Differ From AI Chat Tools
  • How to Choose a Persistent AI Agent: Dots, Grok Bot, Muse, and Instinct
  • How to Onboard a Persistent AI Agent Like a New Employee
  • How to Train a Persistent AI Agent on the Business and Its People
  • Start a Persistent AI Agent With Email and Calendar Access
  • Five More Workflows to Set Up With a Persistent AI Agent



Guest: Jonathan Mast | Show Notes: socialmediaexaminer.com/a130



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