My writing journey began in 1974, in a dorm room on the campus of Memphis State University. Like many young adults searching for their place in the world, I found comfort, clarity, and self-expression through writing. Armed with a notebook, a pen, and a head full of dreams, I began capturing my thoughts, observations, hopes, […]
Continue ReadingOne of the easiest ways to get better results from AI is to resist the urge to let it sprint from start to finish without supervision. Building in a checkpoint gives you the chance to review the direction, make adjustments, and clarify expectations before too much time is spent heading down the wrong path. Whether […]
Continue ReadingThis week’s AI Tip is all about moving beyond “give me the answer” and into smarter decision-making. When you ask AI to provide multiple options along with the pros, cons, and potential risks of each, you transform it from a simple response generator into a true thinking partner. This approach helps uncover blind spots, compare […]
Continue ReadingGreat prompts don’t float in a perfect world, they live in the one we actually work in. When you tell AI about your real constraints like tight timelines, limited staff, or zero extra budget, you shift the output from “nice idea” to “ready to use.” It forces prioritization, sharper thinking, and more realistic solutions that […]
Continue ReadingThis tip is your reminder that great prompts are not just about what you ask for, but what you intentionally leave out. When you clearly set boundaries, you guide the AI away from clutter and toward exactly what you need. Think of it like editing before the writing even begins. By telling the AI what […]
Continue ReadingBefore AI ever puts pen to paper, it’s already filling in blanks you didn’t know you left behind. This week is your gentle pause button. By asking the AI to reveal its assumptions first, you bring those hidden guesses into the light where you can shape, correct, or refine them. It turns the interaction from […]
Continue ReadingLast week, the Department of Labor launched the “Make America AI-Ready Initiative”—a free literacy course designed to give everyone the foundational skills needed for the future of work. I decided to jump in and see what the buzz was about. My honest take? It’s actually not bad! The content is solid and easy to follow. […]
Continue ReadingTurn your best prompts into repeatable wins. Instead of starting from scratch every time, capture what works and build your own prompt library. When you save effective structures, formats, and phrasing, you shift from experimenting to operating with intention. Over time, this not only speeds up your workflow but also improves the consistency and quality […]
Continue ReadingBefore you ask AI to create anything, take a moment to define who it’s for. Think of your audience as the lens that brings everything into focus. A response for a new supervisor will look very different from one for an experienced executive or a technical specialist. When you specify the audience’s experience level, role, […]
Continue ReadingBefore using AI-generated content, ask the AI to review its own response. A simple follow-up prompt such as “Check this answer for accuracy, clarity, and missing information” encourages the AI to evaluate what it produced and refine the result. This step often improves organization, identifies gaps, and reduces errors. While it does not replace human […]
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