What is PivotWave?

PivotWave equips ambitious go-to-market professionals to lead confidently in the AI era, turning uncertainty into strategy and ambition into career momentum.

Starting with the AI Acceleration Strategy Canvas and accompanying tools, PivotWave's mission is to bring clarity amid today's AI-powered chaos with tools and frameworks that will empower a new generation of forward-thinking leaders.

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Why PivotWave exists

AI isn’t just transforming jobs and industries, it’s redefining what leadership looks like inside organizations. Senior executives want their teams to embrace AI, but few have the time or capacity to build a real strategy. That gap between ambition and execution has created an extraordinary opportunity for emerging leaders to step forward and level-up. PivotWave was built for those leaders. The ones who see both sides of the challenge: executives under pressure to deliver, and teams overwhelmed by AI hype and noise.

They don’t need another tool. They need structure, clarity, and a framework that turns ambition into action. The AI Strategy Acceleration Canvas is the first step in our mission to empower a new generation of leaders in the age of AI. It helps professionals translate ideas into strategy, build credibility with decision-makers, and lead AI adoption with confidence. No jargon. No hype. Just practical systems that help ambitious people rise to the moment and lead with intelligence and integrity.

The best part is...we're just getting started!

The PivotWave AI Strategy Acceleration Canvas is a one-page framework that helps professionals design a clear, actionable AI roadmap in under an hour. It turns AI ambition into a structured plan that executives can trust and teams can act on.

How It Works:
Each section guides you from strategy to execution:

1. The Strategic Imperative – Define why AI matters to your business right now.
2. Acute Problem/Untapped Opportunity – Identify where AI can deliver visible value.
3. “Next Wave” AI Use Case – Choose a focused pilot with clear upside.
4. Targeted Impact and Quick ROI – Clarify success metrics and outcomes.
5. 30-Day Action Blueprint – Map the first steps that prove momentum.
6. Key People and Resources – Align who and what is needed to move fast.
7. Known Obstacles and Enablers – Surface risks and dependencies early.
8. Success Narrative and Next Horizon – Capture wins and frame what comes next.

Why It Matters:
AI adoption is moving faster than most organizations can plan for. Senior leaders want progress but lack the bandwidth to build strategy themselves. The Canvas helps emerging leaders step into that gap with structure, credibility, and confidence.It’s the smart way to lead AI adoption — practical, repeatable, and designed for real business impact.
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Courtney Wilson

Founder @ PivotWave
Building Tools to Help Leaders Rise in the Age of AI

I’ve spent my career leading marketing transformation — from scaling CloudFactory from under $1M to over $50M in revenue to shaping AI-driven go-to-market strategy at NetApp.

Those experiences taught me how quickly technology can outpace even the most capable teams.When AI momentum accelerated, I saw the same pattern again. Smart, driven people wanted to lead, but the noise made it hard to act with clarity or confidence. The challenge wasn’t ambition, it was structure.

That realization led me to create PivotWave. Starting with the AI Strategy Acceleration Canvas, our mission is to equip emerging leaders with tools and insight to navigate this moment of transformation with confidence, credibility, and humanity intact.

Ready to go all in?

The canvas is just the start. The Strategy Acceleration Kit takes you to the next level with a custom-built GPT that acts as a strategic thought partner that also develops slide content for presentations customized to key stakeholders. There is also a Notion template for easy team collaboration and a step-by-step workbook filled with prompts and pro tips to level-up!

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Got questions? We've got answers.

What is the difference between the free Strategy Canvas and the Strategy Acceleration Kit?

The free AI Strategy Canvas gives you the core framework to map an initial AI roadmap. The full Strategy Acceleration Kit expands on that with guided prompts, the Notion template, the instructional walkthrough, and access to the PivotWave custom GPT — everything you need to move from plan to execution confidently.

Who is PivotWave built for?

PivotWave is about empowering emerging leaders, marketing strategists, RevOps professionals, and business builders who want to lead AI adoption inside their organizations with clarity and confidence.

Do I need a technical background to use the Canvas or Kit?

No. The tools are designed for business and strategy leaders, not developers or data scientists. You’ll learn how to use AI strategically, not technically.

How long does it take to complete the AI Strategy Canvas?

Most people can complete their first draft in under an hour. The process is designed to create clarity fast so you can move from discussion to action within 30 days.

How does the Strategy Acceleration Kit help my career?

It gives you a structured framework to lead credible AI conversations inside your organization. You’ll stand out as the person who can translate AI potential into real strategy and measurable outcomes.

Why did you create PivotWave?

After leading marketing transformation at startups and enterprises, I saw how talented professionals were overwhelmed by AI hype and lacked a clear path forward. PivotWave was created to give them the structure and tools to lead with confidence.

How is PivotWave different from other AI courses or tools?

Most AI products teach tactics or sell tools. PivotWave focuses on strategy — helping you build a repeatable system for decision-making and leadership in the AI era.

How does PivotWave protect my privacy or data?

We don’t collect or store your AI inputs. All data you use in the templates or guided GPT remains private to you.