AI seems to be everywhere right now. But w hat does it actually mean for your small business?
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Whether y
ou've never opened ChatGPT before or you've already started experimenting\
, this session will help you cut through the hype and focus on practical w
ays AI can save you time and make your business run more efficiently.
We'll explore how small businesses are using AI for marketing\, customer
service\, operations\, hiring\, finance\, and more. You'll also learn wher
e AI shines\, where it falls short\, and how to avoid the common pitfalls
(because no one needs another ugly AI-generated flyer).
Brin
g a real task or challenge from your own business. Through live demonstrat
ions\, practical examples\, and plenty of time for questions\, you'll leav
e with ideas you can start using right away.
About the Presenter
Ian Carlstrom is the Regional Director of the West Central Minne
sota Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Minnesota State Community
and Technical College. He works with entrepreneurs and small business own
ers to build practical\, sustainable businesses\, helping them navigate ev
erything from startup to long-term growth.
Whether you're AI-curious
or ready to level up how you're already using it\, you'll leave with a cle
arer understanding of where to start and what to try next.