Lesson 1
The Workflow Audit
Identify which of your current tasks can be enhanced by AI.
Categorise Your Workload
Write down every task you perform over one week. Divide them into three columns: 'Routine/Data-Heavy', 'Analytical/Creative', and 'Relational/Complex'.
Mapping for Automation
Routine tasks like scheduling, data entry, basic email drafting or summarising long reports are prime candidates for AI assistance. Start by selecting one small repetitive task to automate this week. Use an LLM to draft a template for your email replies or to reorganise messy spreadsheets.
Measuring Success
Set a timer. If an AI tool reduces the time spent on a task by more than 20% without sacrificing quality, make it part of your standard operating procedure. Do not automate the decision-making parts of your job yet—focus on the speed of the output. This builds your confidence in using tools as partners rather than replacements.