The Small Business Guide to Starting with AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) can seem intimidating, but its practical applications are vast. Over the past two years, I've had rewarding experiences teaching others to effectively use AI. Recently, I helped my mother and grandmother leverage AI for their needs – and it took only 2-5 minutes!
In this guide, I'll walk you through a step-by-step process to harness AI's power for your small business.
Step 1: Define Your Needs
Think of AI as the virtual assistant you don't have or can't afford. What tasks would you delegate? Consider:
Research
Data analysis
Content creation
Customer service
Make a list of 3-5 tasks AI can help with.
Step 2: Choose a Platform
My team uses ChatGPT and Meta AI, industry standards. Compare:
Meta AI: Conversational, effective for communications (social media, email, presentations)
ChatGPT: Technical tasks (coding)
Step 3: Create an Account
Go to chatgpt.com or meta.ai and create an account. If you're using meta.ai, you may log in with your Facebook account.
Step 4: Write Your First Prompt
Share your task list and ask AI to:
Organize tasks
Provide advice
Research
Next Steps
AI can revolutionize your workflow. Start small, explore, and optimize. If you’re ready to leverage AI, schedule a consultation to discover how Banks Graphic Design can support your business.
