Respond to the need behind the interaction
Useful AI personalisation starts with the situation someone is facing, rather than a fixed audience persona. The same person seeking help with marketing performance and brand identity brings different questions, objections and expectations to each conversation. A job title or audience segment cannot capture all of that context.
Build audience understanding around the problem that prompted the interaction, the person's objectives and constraints, the alternatives they are considering, and who else influences the decision. Understand what proof they need before accepting an answer. Richer audience information can help identify patterns and nuances rather than leave strategic decisions resting on assumptions.
A 2025 Qualtrics survey of consumers across multiple countries found that 64% of consumers want to buy from companies that tailor experiences to them, but 32% are uncomfortable with all forms of personalisation. Design for relevance to the person's current need rather than assuming every audience member welcomes the same kind of adaptation.
Sources: Your audience isn’t a persona. It’s a moving target.