Prompting is the language of generative AI. Great prompts create great output that can transform your work. Everyone welcomes practical insights to be more productive, creative, and to improve their skills and knowledge. Understanding what makes a great prompt will dramatically improve how you work with generative AI tools. That’s…
The Alkami guest blog focusing on “Launching Everyday Gen AI with a Pilot Team” generated many great questions. Julie Redfern and I had a big takeaway, readers needed a personal game plan to get started. I got you! First, view the blog here. Use ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot to create…
I’m excited to collaborate with Alkami as the author of their first guest blog. Part 1 focuses on piloting generative artificial intelligence (AI) at your financial institution (FI). The goal is to bring innovative and practical applications forward to help you take your first steps with AI. Learn simple tips…
The Wisconsin Bankers Association Webinar on Generative AI was an engaging and insightful webinar filled with questions from bankers eager to understand how generative AI (AI) can be integrated into their organizations. It’s clear that many are looking for practical ways to start leveraging AI in their institutions. This blog…
The Financial Brand Forum was a whirlwind of insights, networking, and inspiring speakers. As someone who’s deeply involved in the digital future of banking, I was especially interested to what was being said about generative AI. Plus, there was a packed house for my session “Supercharging Financial Marketing Content with…
I can’t wait to see everyone next week. It was fun to prep for my Breakout Session and reflect back on how much has changed in the last 18 months. The last Financial Brand Forum was Nov 13-16, 2022. ChatGPT was released on Nov 30, 2022. We had no idea…
Your professional and personal life is built on relationships. Whether you’re building trust with clients, managing a team, or having difficult discussions, the ability to connect and communicate effectively is important to success. Generative AI, like ChatGPT, can be a powerful partner and consultant. Leveraging common personality tests to help…
I recently had the pleasure of attending the Marquis Conference, and it was an eye-opener on Generative A.I. (AI) usage! It was packed with amazing bankers and tons of great ideas. Along with the opportunity to understand how community based financial institutions (FIs) are using this transformational technology. After many…
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on a clear path to be a significant player in our daily lives. The traditional boundaries of expertise are being redrawn because of AI’s power at understanding problems and creating solutions. In many industries, the gateway to entry is knowledge and experience. Yet, we’re already…
Ever wonder how some people are getting amazing results with artificial intelligence (AI) programs like ChatGPT? They might be bragging about working fewer hours, producing work that’s getting rave reviews, or finding new and creative ways to stand out. If you’re impressed with their work and you want learn more, there…
One of the keys to great Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) output is starting with simple prompting concepts. Many new, and even experienced users, get lost in simplistic or complex prompts and grow frustrated with their results. It’s important to remember that AI uses “natural language” prompting. Simply put, talk to…
Professionals want to be creative, to think “out of the box”, to find alternative view points in the ongoing competitiveness to find better solutions to problems. Or maybe to be taken more seriously. Or simply to be able to contribute better. ChatGPT and other AI models continue to be an…
I was really curious about the foundation and origin of modern artificial intelligence (AI) and why we’re seeing such huge breakthroughs. This lead me to a deep dive on a foundational research paper from Google titled “Attention is All You Need”. It’s deep. As in read a few times deep and…
Artificial intelligence (AI), through ChatGPT, Gemini, Jasper, and others is transforming content creation as we know it, and faster than most appreciate. The slow adopters, or anyone not adapting, will be left behind. Creators with the aid of AI can create any written content, in multiple versions, faster than you…
The most confounding aspect of using AI solutions, like ChatGPT, is how to go from a simple prompt to a full-fledged marketing campaign. What makes learning how to do this difficult is that the internet is filled with “cheat sheets” to great prompts. But that’s the problem, no real magic…
The rise of ChatGPT usage in writing has more often been viewed as a threat to professionals, whether they are professional writers or not. There’s either skepticism that content was created originally, or fear AI will make many jobs obsolete. While AI will no doubt have a profound impact on…
ChatGPT Teams has just arrived, and I’ve had about a week to test it out. There are a few clear benefits, but it seems the pricing is largely a bet on future developments. You can see what it can become, and that’s exciting for organizations with less than 150 seat license requirements….
Is Your Source Reliable? There’s a great Simpsons bit where Bart produces a newspaper article titled, “Extra Extra! Todd Smells”. And Todd asks dubiously if his source is reliable. It’s a great jumping off point to thinking through the quality of AI citing sources, are they reliable and what’s the…
Hallucinations with AI are often cited criticism for not using this amazing technology. Before beginning, this concern become an immediate turnoff of potential users. I’m here to tell you that this concern is mostly overblown for most users. With a little insight and thoughtfulness you can control when AI hallucinates,…
Writing is hard. Writing creatively is even harder! If you’re writing out of your area of expertise, to an audience you’re unfamiliar with, or simply need creative ideas to unlock writers block, AI is your best friend. AI will generate as many ideas as you need in minutes, giving you…
Great communication is important in everyone’s professional and personal life. But what if you had a cheat code? A way to improve your communication, to more quickly understand how you can best interact with another person, and have a detailed game plan to be as successful as possible. Artificial Intelligence…
What I think is hard to convey in a podcast, blog, or LinkedIn post how to get magic to happen with ChatGPT and AI. Frankly, asking questions in ChatGPT, iterating, improving, reworking…it’s all way more reading than most will put in. But let’s do it anyway! Here’s an example to…
Using AI technology for blogging and LinkedIn posts? Here are some signs that stand out. Remember, it’s challenging to really know what is and isn’t AI-generated, so proceed with caution. But there are red flags! A key point to emphasize is that AI content creation, especially focused on practical AI…
Using AI to blog and write LinkedIn posts? With no to limited editing? I can tell. When you use ChatGPT nearly every day to write there are a some tell tales signs, and as AI becomes more common place some writing really stands out. I’m on vacation right now and…
What are you trying to tell me? That didn’t come out right? Was that what you meaning to say? Effective communication is a vital skill. It’s not just about transmitting information; it’s crafting messages that resonate with your audience, making connections that last, and articulating your meaning correctly. This is…
Let’s start with the basics, and then multiple the basics times each other, then do it again. Then let’s get weird! Engaging effectively with AI technology can be likened to a dance of communication, where the prompts you use are akin to leading steps. These prompts are your toolkit for…
No one wants to slog through 5,000-word AI tutorials. Let’s simplify that. You’re here because you’re intrigued by artificial intelligence (AI). Whether you’re a novice or have some experience, you recognize the need to deepen your AI knowledge. This series, “Understanding Prompts,” is your streamlined guide to fast-track your AI…
The Wisconsin Bankers Association Flex 360 presentation was eye opening for many bankers! There were many key takeaway on how to get started with AI. It was fun to see the engagement, ideas, and questions. Here’s some quick takeaways…and a little extra credit AI insight at the end. Privacy and…
Organizations often find themselves at a crossroads, especially when it comes to embracing artificial intelligence (AI). The challenge? It’s not just about making a decision to use AI, but knowing where to begin. That’s why I’ve put together this essential guide – to help you take that crucial first step….
The InBusiness Madison event created a lot of great follow up discussion. I wanted to share more insights to address and add on to these conversation. Navigating Privacy, Bias, and Idea Homogenization in AI A major concern among participants was the issue of privacy in AI. The key takeaway here…
InBusiness ran an excellent article from a diverse group on how AI is beginning to affect businesses. Take a quick read through to learn more about how AI can impact your productivity, creativity, and professional success. Click here to read more: InBusiness Madison: AI Augmentation
In this article featured in InBusiness, I, along with other experts, delve into the transformative power of AI in business. If you’re not using AI, it can be hard to appreciate how and where to get started. Here are 10 practical applications of AI, from beginner-friendly tasks to sophisticated projects,…