You’ve probably heard it by now:
“AI won’t take your job — but someone using AI might.”
For many business owners, that statement feels uncomfortably close to home. But let’s be clear – AI isn’t the enemy. It’s the most powerful tool we’ve had in decades. The real danger is ignoring it.
Let me show you why small businesses in Devon and Cornwall can’t afford to wait – and how they can start using AI right now.
Why AI Feels Intimidating (But Shouldn’t)
Most small business owners I speak to tell me the same thing:
- “I know I should be using AI, but I don’t know where to start.”
- “It’s too techy.”
- “We’re too small — AI’s for the big firms.”
I get it. But here’s the truth – AI is already helping small businesses save time, reduce costs, and grow. You don’t need a huge team or budget. You just need the right guidance.
My Lightbulb Moment
I was at a conference when someone showed me how ChatGPT could plan an entire business event in five minutes.
Marketing strategy. Agenda. Speaker suggestions. Venue shortlist. The lot!
All created in minutes, just by engaging with ChatGPT in the right way and asking the right questions (prompt engineering).
That was the moment I realised: this is going to change everything.
How Small Businesses Can Start Using AI Today
Here are 3 simple, no-nonsense ways you can begin:
1. Automate Emails & Admin
Use tools like ChatGPT or Copilot to draft professional emails, reports, or responses. It’s helped me cut writing time by as much as 80%.
2. Use a Chatbot on Your Website
Answer customer queries 24/7, even while you sleep. You’ll never miss a lead again.
3. Summarise Meetings & Notes
Upload transcripts from your meetings to tools like ChatGPT or Microsoft CoPilot and – with the right prompt – voila – it will give you a set of meeting minutes and actions in less than 30 seconds! No more scribbling notes ferociously during meetings – just sit back, engage in the meeting, and let your AI Agent type-up the meeting notes and actions from your transcript.
The Real Opportunity
AI isn’t about replacing your team. It’s about giving them superpowers.
It’s the difference between spending 5 hours manually chasing leads or using AI to do that in the background while you focus on strategy.
The AI revolution is here.
The question isn’t if, but rather when your business will adopt it. And the chances are, your team are probably already using it – whether you have an AI policy or not. So why not lead from the top and ensure AI is being used in the right way throughout your organisation to deliver the results you need.
Final Thoughts
If you’re curious about what AI could do for your business, don’t wait.
Book a free AI Discovery Session with me and let’s explore how AI could save you time, simplify your operations, and help your business thrive.