Episode Three: From Middle Schoolers to Mortgage Mastery – AI Insights with Scott Payne of Shape
Welcome to another buzzworthy episode of The AI Beehive Podcast, where we simplify AI for real estate and mortgage pros who want to work smarter, close faster, and scale with less stress.
This week, hosts Ginger Bell and George Chevalier welcome Scott Payne, Chief Growth Officer at Shape, for a deep dive into the real-world impact of AI — from empowering middle school students to revolutionizing CRM automation.
🔍 Inside this episode:
How Scott taught 8th graders to use AI to launch businesses (yes, really!)
The power combo: ChatGPT + Perplexity = next-level productivity
Behind the scenes of Shape’s AI-powered CRM — from auto-summarizing calls to generating perfectly personalized follow-ups
Game-changing strategies for integrating AI without losing the human touch
Scott’s favorite trick for training ChatGPT to write exactly like you (hint: it involves Hemingway)
Scott doesn't just talk AI — he lives it. His insights are practical, inspiring, and perfect for any loan officer, broker, or agent ready to turn tech into traction.
🔗 Connect with Scott Payne
📧 Scott@SetShape.com
🌐 www.setshape.com
📸 Follow on Instagram: @_ShapeCRM
🐝 Discover the AI Beehive Directory
The AI Beehive Directory is your one-stop shop for the smartest AI tools in real estate and mortgage. Whether you're looking to automate follow-ups, generate leads, write smarter content, or streamline your CRM — we've curated the top tools and resources to help you grow your business with confidence.
Explore the directory, get trained, and transform your tech stack:
👉 www.aibeehive.com
🎧 Never miss a buzz — subscribe now:
👉 www.aibeehivepodcast.com
This week, hosts Ginger Bell and George Chevalier welcome Scott Payne, Chief Growth Officer at Shape, for a deep dive into the real-world impact of AI — from empowering middle school students to revolutionizing CRM automation.
🔍 Inside this episode:
How Scott taught 8th graders to use AI to launch businesses (yes, really!)
The power combo: ChatGPT + Perplexity = next-level productivity
Behind the scenes of Shape’s AI-powered CRM — from auto-summarizing calls to generating perfectly personalized follow-ups
Game-changing strategies for integrating AI without losing the human touch
Scott’s favorite trick for training ChatGPT to write exactly like you (hint: it involves Hemingway)
Scott doesn't just talk AI — he lives it. His insights are practical, inspiring, and perfect for any loan officer, broker, or agent ready to turn tech into traction.
🔗 Connect with Scott Payne
📧 Scott@SetShape.com
🌐 www.setshape.com
📸 Follow on Instagram: @_ShapeCRM
🐝 Discover the AI Beehive Directory
The AI Beehive Directory is your one-stop shop for the smartest AI tools in real estate and mortgage. Whether you're looking to automate follow-ups, generate leads, write smarter content, or streamline your CRM — we've curated the top tools and resources to help you grow your business with confidence.
Explore the directory, get trained, and transform your tech stack:
👉 www.aibeehive.com
🎧 Never miss a buzz — subscribe now:
👉 www.aibeehivepodcast.com
Creators and Guests
Host
George Chevalier
George Chevalier is a marketing strategist, creative powerhouse, and the insightful co-host of The AI Beehive Podcast. With a background leading marketing initiatives for top fintech and mortgage brands, George brings a sharp eye for strategy and a passion for simplifying the complex. What sets George apart? He’s the guy who bridges the gap between cutting-edge tech and real-world results. Whether you're a solo real estate agent or a national mortgage team, George knows how to translate AI trends into action steps that actually move the needle. On the AI Beehive Podcast, he’s the voice asking the questions you’re thinking — breaking down tools, tactics, and tech with clarity, humor, and just the right dose of marketing nerdiness. If Ginger is the “why,” George is the “how.”
Host
Ginger Bell
Ginger Bell is a nationally recognized Edumarketing expert, best-selling author, and the dynamic host of The AI Beehive Podcast. With decades of experience in the mortgage and real estate space, Ginger has become a go-to voice for professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve — especially when it comes to using AI. Ginger’s superpower? Making tech feel human. On her podcast, she breaks down the buzz around artificial intelligence and shows loan officers and real estate agents exactly how to leverage it to save time, generate leads, and grow their business — without needing a tech degree. Her mission is simple: empower you to embrace AI confidently, strategically, and profitably. Whether she’s interviewing top producers or unpacking powerful AI tools from www.aibeehive.com, Ginger delivers insights that are practical, inspiring, and always actionable.