Bonjour lecteurs! Are you working from home or doing some sort of hybrid schedule? I’ve been self-employed for about 6 years now, but nowadays, it’s the norm. You can do your job from anywhere in the world thanks to new technologies. But it also comes with its own set of challenges, including maintaining productivity, managing time, and staying connected with colleagues and clients. This is where Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support you thanks to its tools. Plus, I think it’s inevitable in the future, so embrace it now. Let me show you 8 ways AI can help you in your work life.
Enhance Your Productivity
As a mum working from home, I often juggle multiple tasks, and staying focused can be a challenge.
This month has particulièrement been challenging as it’s the summer holidays and I have Stanley at home with me.
On top of it all, I have to keep active on différentes platformes like Instagram and X, which can be very time-consuming. So, to save up time and be more productive, I use a smart scheduling assistant.
If like me, you could do with some help with your diary, there are many options. Par exemple, tools like x.ai or Microsoft Cortana can schedule meetings, appointments, and reminders without the need for manual input. These AI assistants can manage your calendar, send reminders, and even reschedule tasks based on your availability and workload, so that you stay on top of your work.
Communication With AI
Effective communication is très importante when working from home, especially when teams are spread across different locations. AI can significantly enhance communication by providing tools that streamline interactions and ensure clear and efficient exchanges.
Many people AI-powered communication platforms like Chatbots are handy to translate and automate responses par exemple.
For those who prefer to communicate verbally, AI-powered speech-to-text tools can transcribe meetings and conversations in real time. This way, you don’t miss any key details and you can keep a record for future references.
Automate Repetitive Tasks
One of the biggest advantages of AI is its ability to automate repetitive tasks, freeing up your time to focus on more strategic and creative aspects of your work. From data entry to customer support, AI can handle mundane tasks with speed and accuracy.
AI tools like UiPath or Zapier can automate data entry, process large datasets, and generate reports with minimal human intervention. Not only you save time, but you also minimise le risque d’erreurs.
I am actually looking at an AI-powered email management as it can be a consuming part of my work. There are so many options like Gmail’s Smart Reply or Microsoft Outlook’s Focused Inbox… Do you use any of those? They can categorise emails, suggest replies, and prioritise important messages, helping you manage your inbox more efficiently.
Create A Virtual Workshop
Most people working from home miss the traditional office environment. Well you can now recreate a virtual workspace that mimics the collaborative and interactive nature of a physical office.
Who has not been on Zoom over the last few years? Not only it feels like being at the office with your collègues, but you can also personalise virtual workspace to adapt to your working style. It’s probablement the most common AI tools used these days.
Use AI To Enhance Learning & Development
To always stay competitive in today’s fast-paced work environment, c’est essentiel to continue learning.
Especially if like myself, you are self-employed. It’s getting harder each day and you have to stand out of the crowd to compete.
I am regularly improving my skills and learning. AI offers personalised training programs and resources that cater to your specific needs and interests. Platforms like Coursera or Udemy now incorporate AI to recommend courses based on your career goals, skills, and interests.
They can even track your progress, suggest additional resources, or tailor the learning experience to match your preferred learning style. It’s a great way to identify skill gaps. What kind of learner are you? I love watching videos and listening to podcasts in marketing and photography.
Helping With Creative Tasks
In my line of work, I have to be constantly créative. So I use a lot of AI tools like Canva or Adobe Spark to help with design tasks and make my visuals look more professionnels.
But you also have AI tools to help content creation. I have not looked into it myself, but those can assist with writing tasks, from drafting emails to creating blog posts and marketing copy. It’s so clever, it can even adapt the tone and style to match your brand’s voice.
ChatGPT is the most famous one but there are many options around.
Build A Chatbot For Your Business
And if you have your own business, then you can look into building a chatbot. It will handle customer inquiries, provide support, and even assist with sales, all without the need for constant human intervention.
Intéressé? Just google ‘create chatbot with generative ai’. These AI-driven chatbots can answer frequently asked questions, guide customers through your website, and even process orders or appointments. This way, you can give a faster customer service and you significantly reduce the workload on your team. For small businesses, in particular, a chatbot can be a cost-effective solution that provides the level of service typically expected from larger companies.
Cybersecurity and Data Protection
We always have to be so cautious with our data and personal information. To keep safe against cyber attacks, you can invest in AI-powered security tools like Darktrace or Norton. They monitor your network for unusual activity, detect potential threats, and respond to cyber attacks in real time.
AI can also help protect your personal data by managing passwords, encrypting communications, and securing files. Tools like LastPass or Bitwarden use AI to generate and store complex passwords, while encryption tools like Signal ensure that your communications are secure.
Et voilà 8 Ways AI Can Help You Work From Home. How much of the power of AI have your already used either for your work or on a more personal level? AI can sometimes sound scary. But I feel more and more that it will be the future. So I want to start embracing it more naturally and incorporate it within my work. It can really help when you work from home and you have to deal with so much at once. From creativity to cybersecurity, it will be part of our life more and more. So taking the plunge so that I feel on top of it all!
Disclosure: Collaborative post.
