How to Hire the Right AI Specialist (And Why LB Business Development Is Built for It)

Written By Lisa Oates

So, you’ve realized it’s time to bring AI into your business. Smart move. But here’s where most startups get it wrong: they hire the wrong type of AI specialist—or worse, they wait too long and miss the window.

Not all AI experts are created equal. Some are hyper-technical but can’t tie a model to revenue. Others know tools, but not how to scale them. What you need is someone who understands both AI implementation and business development strategy.

Here’s how to hire the right AI specialist—and why LB Business Development is the partner that gets it done.

1. Look for Strategy + Execution

You don’t just need someone to “build a bot.” You need someone who asks:

  • How can AI reduce your burn rate?

  • Where can automation directly boost sales or retention?

  • What data are you already sitting on that’s being wasted?

At LB Business Development, we start with your business goals—not just your tech stack. We align AI with what moves the needle: leads, conversions, operations, and scale.

2. Make Sure They Speak Business, Not Just Python

A great AI Specialist should understand ROI just as well as NLP. If they can’t explain a use case in plain English or tie a tool back to your bottom line, it’s not a fit.

At LB, we specialize in AI consulting for founders and fast-moving teams. We make the complex clear, and the abstract actionable.

3. Prioritize Customization Over Hype

Off-the-shelf automations aren’t enough. Your business is unique—your AI strategy should be too. We don’t push the trendiest tools. We build and integrate systems that actually work for your workflow, team, and customer base.

From CRM automation to intelligent lead scoring to internal process optimization, we craft smart solutions with real-world results.

4. Find a Partner, Not Just a Contractor

The best AI specialists don’t just hand you a model and disappear. They stay engaged, measure impact, and help you evolve as your business grows.

That’s exactly how LB Business Development works. We’re not just here to “do AI.” We’re here to make AI profitablefor you.

Why LB Business Development?

✅ Certified AI Specialists with business growth experience
✅ End-to-end implementation — from strategy to execution
✅ Small-business friendly with enterprise-level insight
✅ Results-driven approach focused on measurable ROI

Bottom Line: Hire for Outcomes, Not Buzzwords

AI isn’t about looking smart. It’s about operating smart.

If you’re ready to make your startup more scalable, more efficient, and more profitable with AI, you need more than a tech-savvy freelancer. You need a partner who understands how to apply AI where it actually counts.

That’s LB Business Development. Let’s build your competitive edge—together.

Lisa Oates