AI for Personal Productivity: What to Try & What to Watch Out For
The speed of AI adoption has moved from novelty to necessity, but the risk has accelerated just as fast. Unlock immediate productivity gains with tools like Gemini and NotebookLM, but never at the expense of security. Learn the essential guardrails—from sanitizing your prompts to demanding enterprise-grade tools—to protect your data and maintain ethical integrity at scale.
How We Saved a Nonprofit Weeks of Effort With One AI Prompt
On a recent client call, an AI prompt likely saved a non-profit weeks of effort and a significant sum. While my consultant brain envisioned a costly, months-long project for their end-to-end volunteer process, Gemini delivered a detailed, actionable plan in minutes. My client's astonishment ("You just did in 5 minutes what I’ve been struggling to do for weeks!") sparked a crucial question: If AI handles half my work, what's my job? The answer, I realized, reshapes our entire profession, fundamentally shifting where true value lies.
Beyond Administration: How Strategic HR Becomes Your Most Powerful Profit Driver
Stop viewing HR as merely administrative; it's the strategic engine that directly fuels your company's profitability and sustainable growth. By prioritizing your people through strategic HR, you unlock their full potential, transforming your workforce into your most powerful competitive advantage.
Ditch the Niche: Why Being a "Jack of All Trades" is Your Superpower
Lost because you lack a 'niche'? You're not alone. Many feel pressured to specialize, but what if your diverse skills are your strength? In a changing world, versatility is key. Ditch the niche, embrace your 'Swiss Army knife' potential.
