This Monday, while millions across Spain and Portugal were suddenly plunged into darkness during the nationwide blackout, I noticed something fascinating: a perfect split between two types of people.
On one side: those paralyzed by the disruption.On the other: those who kept moving forward.
This wasn't just a power outage – it was a preview of the coming business divide that will define winners and losers in the AI era:
What Really Happened When the Lights Went Out
While the power grid operators were scrambling with their "black start" procedures to restore electricity bit by bit, most people were simply waiting – scrolling through conspiracy theories on their rapidly-draining phones, wondering when normalcy would return.
But a small group of entrepreneurs saw something different: an opportunity to add value, to lead, and to strengthen relationships with their communities.
The divide wasn't about who had backup generators. It was about mindset.
The Consumer vs. Producer Divide
Here's what became instantly clear during those powerless hours:
- Consumers depend on infrastructure they don't control
- Producers build systems that can withstand disruption
This is precisely why at OneTake AI, we've built redundancies into everything we do. With tens of thousands of videos hosted on our platform, we maintain copies across multiple data centers in different countries. A blackout in one region? Your content remains safe and accessible.
But the lesson goes far beyond just our company.
The Wake-Up Call Most Will Ignore
The hard truth? This blackout is just a minor preview of the economic reshuffling AI will cause by 2027.
The same business owners caught completely off-guard by a simple power outage will be the ones claiming "nobody could have predicted" how AI transforms their industry.
Meanwhile, forward-thinking entrepreneurs are already positioning themselves on the right side of this divide.
Your First Thought Reveals Everything
When crisis hits, your instinctive first thought reveals your entrepreneurial DNA:
- "How long until this is fixed?" (consumer mindset)
- "How can we help?" (producer mindset)
The entrepreneurs who immediately asked "how can we help?" and created valuable content during the disruption will see loyalty benefits for years to come.
That's exactly why I'm shooting this video – to help you turn this moment into an opportunity.
The AI Connection You Can't Ignore
The timing of this blackout couldn't be more symbolic. Just as our power infrastructure strains under unprecedented demand, we're witnessing the explosive growth of AI – which requires massive energy resources.
This isn't coincidence. It's a preview of coming resource competitions.
The entrepreneurs who thrive won't just be using AI tools – they'll be leveraging AI to strengthen human connections that transcend technological disruptions.
Three Actions to Take This Week (Before This Lesson Fades)
- Build relationship capital now – it's the one asset AI can't replicate. Start creating content that builds real connections with your audience.
- Create systems that work even when infrastructure fails – if your entire business depends on uninterrupted access to centralized platforms, you're vulnerable.
- Invest in AI ownership, not just usage – there's a profound difference between being a tenant renting AI capabilities and being an owner who profits from AI's rise.
A Rare Opportunity
Speaking of ownership, we're currently wrapping up our Seed round for OneTake AI. We've already raised 1,000,000 goal, with most investors being OneTake customers and entrepreneurs who see where this is heading.
If you're interested in not just using AI but owning a piece of its future, click the link below the video to learn who can invest and what returns you can expect.
The Blackout Test
The nationwide blackout lasted hours. The AI revolution will last decades.
The blackout exposed which businesses were fragile and which were resilient.AI will do exactly the same, but with permanent consequences.
Which side of this divide will you choose to be on?
Watch the full video above where I break down exactly how to position yourself for what's coming next – and how our OneTake AI tools can help you create crisis-proof content that strengthens your business no matter what disruptions lie ahead.
