AI After 50

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Your experience and years on the job is not a liability when it comes to AI. It's your biggest advantage. 'AI After 50' is the practical podcast for professionals over 50 who want to learn the skills that matter, to build smarter and faster. Real lessons from the field, from developing and teaching inside a medical manufacturer training facility, to helping businesses across Northeast Ohio work smarter, to building a live media brand from scratch, with all the mistakes in-between. No coding required. No tech background needed. Just honest, practical skills. New episodes every Tuesday.

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  1. 4d ago

    AI After 50 - Episode #9 - The Relaunch - Creating a Publishing Company Using AI

    AI After 50 — Episode #9  - Show Notes TITLE Episode #   9 Recorded: 09/24/2026 Hosts: Mark Tennant Episode Summary: AI After 50 is back with a new direction. Instead of talking about artificial intelligence in the abstract, Mark is using it to build something real—and inviting listeners to follow the process from the inside. In this relaunch episode, Mark introduces The Lake & Grape Weekly, a local newsletter he created for visitors to Ohio Wine Country. With Claude as his AI collaborator, he turned a 15-year-old idea into a working publishing operation complete with an audience strategy, editorial mission, content database, writing guidelines, weekly workflow, and social media system. This is not a polished overnight-success story. Mark also shares the mistakes that reached real subscribers, including a design problem that affected the newsletter’s first five issues. His lesson is simple: building with AI is an iterative process. Every mistake can become a rule that improves the system the next time around. Going forward, AI After 50 will document what it actually looks like to build with AI—what works, what fails, and how experience and good judgment become even more valuable when paired with the speed and structure AI provides. Key Takeaways:  AI is most useful when it helps you build something real, not merely discuss possibilities.You do not need a technical background to work effectively with AI. Curiosity, judgment, and subject-matter knowledge are more important.Start with a conversation about your idea instead of immediately asking AI to produce a finished product.A clearly defined audience makes every later decision easier, including content, voice, format, and promotion.A strong editorial mission helps you decide what belongs in your publication—and what does not.Saved instructions, reference files, and repeatable workflows prevent you from starting from scratch each week.Mistakes are part of building. When something goes wrong, determine why it happened and create a rule to prevent it from happening again.People over 50 bring valuable experience, credibility, and judgment to AI collaboration. AI contributes speed, structure, and help with repetitive work.A focused presence on one social platform can be more manageable and effective than trying to publish everywhere at once. This Week's Topic: Building Something Real With AI Mark explains why he paused AI After 50 and why the show is returning in a different form. The podcast will now follow the real-world development of The Lake & Grape Weekly, a newsletter serving Ohio’s Grand River Valley wine region. The project began with a simple conversation with Claude: Who is the newsletter for? What does that person need? What problem should the publication solve? That conversation produced a specific primary reader and a clear editorial mission: the newsletter is not there to overwhelm readers with information—it is there to help them make their weekend plans. From there, Mark and Claude built the supporting operation: a database of wineries and entertainment, a five-section newsletter structure, voice and tone rules, a banned-words list, reusable AI instructions, and a weekly publishing workflow. The result is a growing publication with 11 issues released and a twelfth on the way—and a real project listeners can learn from as it develops. Tool Spotlight: Claude Cowork Claude is an AI assistant created by Anthropic. Its Cowork feature allows you to develop an idea through an ongoing working conversation instead of relying on a single prompt. Mark used Cowork to clarify the newsletter’s audience, define its editorial mission, establish its structure, organize source information, create repeatable instructions, and troubleshoot problems. The most important lesson is how he began. He did not ask Claude to “write a newsletter.” He explained what he was considering and asked, “What do you think?” That opened the door to a collaborative process in which the idea became more focused through questions, responses, and revision. Similar collaborative work features are also available through tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. Your One Move This Week: Choose one idea you have postponed because it feels too large or because you do not know how to begin. Open your preferred AI assistant and start a conversation with: “I have an idea I’ve been thinking about. I don’t want you to build it yet. Help me talk it through, identify who it is for, and clarify the problem it should solve.” Do not worry about creating a business plan or finished product. Your goal this week is simply to turn a vague idea into a clearer one. Coming Up Next: In the next episode, Mark will revisit the first conversation he had with Claude about The Lake & Grape Weekly. He will walk through how they defined the audience, developed the newsletter’s mission, and chose its name—including what Mark asked, how Claude responded, and how the idea improved through conversation. Future episodes will explore the infrastructure behind the publication, including its master spreadsheets, reusable skills, reference files, folder structure, and the systems that make weekly publishing repeatable. Subscribe - Click to subscribe Standard Show Notes: In the description on your podcast platformPremium Show Notes: Subscribe for deeper thoughts, bonus resources, and things you can reflect on as our journey together continuesNew episodes every week: Mash that Subscribe button/link on your platform to be notified....Website: AIAfter50.com ⚠️ HUMAN IN THE LOOP: Reviewed for accuracy before publishing. AI After 50 | Episode#   | Show Notes | DATE

    AI After 50 - Episode #9 - The Relaunch - Creating a Publishing Company Using AI

  2. Mar 17

    AI After 50 - Episode #8 - AI Leadership: 3 Skills That Will Set You Apart

    AI After 50 — Episode #8 - "Three Skills That Will Set You Apart as an AI Leader" Show Notes "Three Skills That Will Set You Apart as an AI Leader" Episode Number: 9  Recorded: Saturday, March 14, 2026  Hosts: Mark Tennant & John Paganini Episode Summary: What separates a leader who talks about AI from one who actually leads it inside their organization? In Episode 9, Mark and John break down the three skills every leader needs to develop right now — starting with where John just spent the week: the HIMSS National Conference in Las Vegas, where 24,000 healthcare IT professionals gathered and AI governance, patient outcomes, and human-centered AI were the dominant themes. From the conference floor to your desk, this episode gives you the practical starting points: what to learn first, what to understand about AI capabilities, and how to move from basic use to real organizational impact. Key Takeaways: AI is already in your organization — with or without a strategy. According to a 2026 AMA poll, 81% of US physicians report using AI. A Gallup poll shows nearly 50% of public sector employees use it regularly. Your people are using these tools now. The question is whether leadership is guiding that or not.AI literacy is the foundation — but fluency is the goal. Understanding how to use a tool is the mechanics. Knowing how AI can support human judgment and act as a thought partner is where the real value lives.Most people dramatically underestimate what these models can do. The capabilities have advanced far beyond writing emails. Deep research, agentic workflows, multi-step automation — leaders who understand this have a real competitive edge.The human in the loop is non-negotiable. From the HIMSS conference floor to your boardroom: the message resonating across industries is that AI amplifies human judgment — it does not replace it.The Three Skills: Skill 1 — AI Literacy: Make It Priority Number One Start here. Understand what AI can do at a foundational level. Host lunch-and-learns. Identify your internal AI champions. Give people tools — and the training to go with them. Organizations that deploy tools without training find no value. Literacy across the organization, led from the top, is the foundation everything else is built on. Skill 2 — Understand What These Models Are Actually Capable Of Most people think AI is a glorified Google search or an email writing tool. It is far more than that. Large language models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity) can conduct deep research, build workflows, analyze complex documents, and increasingly — through agentic AI — manage multi-step processes in the background without constant human direction. Leaders who understand the real capability landscape make better decisions about where and how to deploy AI. Skill 3 — Advanced AI Literacy: Use Cases and What's Worked Once you understand the basics, start mapping AI capabilities to real business problems. Onboarding. Training. Sales and marketing. Operations. Find out what's worked in other organizations and apply it to yours. Move beyond random prompts toward intentional, structured use. This is where AI literacy becomes organizational value. From the HIMSS Conference — John's Highlights 160,000 global HIMSS members; approximately 24,000 attended the conference with hundreds of vendorsAI governance, patient outcomes, and ethical AI were dominant themesStrong consensus: AI must have a human in the loop at all stages — especially in clinical settings"This is the year of the patient" — patients now have direct access to AI tools to monitor and manage their own health, with smart devices feeding real-time data into clinical conversations81% of US physicians are now using AI (2026 AMA Physician Survey on Augmented Intelligence) — primarily for note summarization, medical research, discharge instructions, billing codes, and chart documentationTool Spotlight: NotebookLM Google's NotebookLM was discussed as a standout tool for organizing and synthesizing conference materials. Key points: Free to use at notebooklm.google.com — full access included with Google Workspace accountsYou feed it your own documents, PDFs, and research; it answers questions and creates outputs only from those sourcesReduces hallucination significantly because it works from what you give itOutputs include: summaries, podcasts, mind maps, infographics, PowerPoint slides, and (new) videoAs AI models improve over time, NotebookLM improves with them — your existing projects become more powerful automaticallyJohn's use case from HIMSS: Fed conference session PDFs into NotebookLM, then used it to summarize, organize, and synthesize five days of content into usable insights. Your One Move This Week Pick one AI platform. ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, or Claude and commit to it for six weeks. Pay for the full version ($20/month). Use it every day. Break it. Build with it. Make it part of your daily workflow. That firsthand experience is what turns AI literacy into AI fluency, and it's what makes you credible when you bring it into your organization. Coming Up Next Episode #10: Which AI platform is right for your organization? Mark and John will highlight the major platforms, what each one does best, and how to make the right choice for your specific needs. Subscribe - Click to subscribe Standard Show Notes: In the description on your podcast platformPremium Show Notes: Subscribe for deeper thoughts, bonus resources, and things you can reflect on as our journey together continuesNew episodes every week: Mash that Subscribe button/link on your platform to be notified....Website: AIAfter50.com ⚠️ HUMAN IN THE LOOP: Reviewed for accuracy before publishing. AI After 50 | Episode 9 | Show Notes | March 2026

  3. Feb 24

    AI After 50 – Episode #7 - A Shift for AI After 50: The Leadership Pivot

    🎙️ AI After 50 – Episode #8 A Shift for AI After 50: The Leadership Pivot 📅 Recorded: February 20, 2026👤 Hosts: Mark Tennant & John Paganini⏱️ Duration: ~20 Minutes 🔄 The Relaunch: Same Name. New Mission. AI After 50 is officially evolving. What started as a podcast teaching AI basics has transformed into something far more powerful: 🎯 A weekly leadership briefing on AI for experienced professionals. This episode marks the pivot — away from beginner prompting tips and toward helping leaders over 50 strategically leverage AI to sharpen decision-making, compress timelines, and amplify decades of hard-earned judgment. If you're in leadership, management, or have built deep expertise over 20+ years, this show is now built for you.🧠 Why This Shift Matters 📊 The Leadership Gap Recent research from McKinsey & Company reveals: 68% of executives feel unprepared for AI integrationOnly 26% of workers aged 55–64 report extensive AI familiarity (lowest of any age group)Organizations where senior leaders actively champion AI outperform peers by 3x🔗 McKinsey Insights: Superagency in the WorkplaceMillennials Are Gen AI EnthusiastsThis isn’t about intelligence.It’s about who the conversation is speaking to.That changes now.🚨 The Tipping Point AI entrepreneur Matt Shumer published a viral article titled: 👉 Something Big Is Happening Viewed 84+ million times on X/Twitter alone, the message was clear: AI capabilities have accelerated overnight.Most leaders are not ready.But you're not too late. 🎧 Audio Overview available via NotebookLM (link in show notes) The comparison?AI’s moment feels like early 2020 before COVID fully hit. Quiet. Underestimated. Then suddenly… transformational. 👥 Who We Are (And Why You Should Listen) We don’t just talk about AI. We build with it. Between us: Training global healthcare teams in applied AIDeveloping compliance AI tools (including an Ohio Senate Bill 1 checker)Building AI-powered applications with Google AI Studio and Claude CodeCreating real-world business automation tools in days — not months 🚗 Example: Autovision Garage

  4. 12/02/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #6 - AI Literacy for Everybody Over 50 (We're Back!)

    🎙️ AI After 50 – Episode #6: Getting Practical with AI & Staying Ahead After 50 Hosts: Mark Tennant & John Paganini Release Date: December 2, 2025 Length: 19:00 minutes Theme: AI literacy, tools, prompting, and staying relevant over 50 🎯 Episode Summary Welcome back to AI After 50! In this episode, host Mark Tennant is joined for the first time by his business partner and co-host, John Paganini, an AI-in-healthcare expert. Together, they set the stage for what’s to come in the series—a weekly, practical deep-dive into AI for professionals 50 and over who want to remain relevant, confident, and employable in a rapidly job market.. They reflect on the goals of the podcast, their journey with AI, and share tips on AI tools, prompting techniques, and why now is the best time to get started.  From ChatGPT’s 3rd birthday to the newest updates with Google’s Gemini 3 and Nano Banana, Mark & John focus on what really matters for late-career professionals. 🗂️ Chapters Welcome & Mission of AI After 50Meet John Paganini & His AI Focus in HealthcareWhy AI is for Every Industry, Not Just TechWhat Listeners Can Expect Each WeekThe Importance of Feedback from the AudienceCutting Through the AI Hype: Real Tools, Real Use CasesMark & John’s First Encounters with ChatGPTWhy the $20/Month for GPT is Still Worth ItExploring Google’s Gemini 3 & Nano BananaHow Nano Banana Can Help Prototype IdeasPrompting Tips: How to Get Better OutputsFinal Thoughts: Stick With It, Learn as You GoWhat’s Coming Next + Premium Show Notes Info💡 Key Takeaways AI isn’t going away—it’s time to learn it. Whether you’re in healthcare, finance, or manufacturing, AI is reshaping every field.Prompting is a skill. You don’t have to be a great writer—AI can help you write better prompts.Gemini 3 and Nano Banana are worth exploring, especially for visual prototyping and idea development.Stick with one AI tool at first and get familiar with how it works—you’ll build confidence faster.AI is not just for coders. The goal is AI literacy, not expertise.🔗 Mentions & Resources ChatGPT (OpenAI) – https://chat.openai.comGemini by Google – https://gemini.google.comNano Banana (Google AI Image Generator) – Available via GeminiGoogle AI Studio – Great for coding & AI development projects- https://aistudio.google.com/📬 Get the Premium Show Notes! Want more in-depth prompts, examples, and bonus content? 🎁 Subscribe to our Premium Show Notes — delivered straight to your inbox. 👉 Why not subscribe now?! https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-AI-After-50-Show-Notes 👥 Connect with Us YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aiafter50Email: Mark: mark@marktennant.net // John: jpaganini@paguar.comWebsite: https://marktennant.net/

  5. 02/17/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #5 - Developing an AI Mindset

    Episode #5: Developing an AI Mindset – AI After 50 Welcome to another episode of AI After 50, the podcast for experienced professionals looking to develop their AI skill set and stay professionally indispensable. I’m Mark Tennant, and if you’re over 50, you’re in the right place to become AI-literate, AI-confident, and AI-empowered. This week, we’re expanding on our previous discussion about AI as a behavioral shift and diving into how to develop an AI mindset. Embracing AI isn’t about mastering technical skills—it’s about making AI an everyday thinking partner. From keeping ChatGPT open at all times to using AI for deeper insights into personal growth, work efficiency, and decision-making, we’ll explore how to shift your mindset to work with AI instead of just using it as a tool.  Plus, I bring back Sol, my ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode assistant, to discuss how AI can help us become smarter together. Stay tuned for practical strategies, a weekly AI exercise, and key takeaways to help you integrate AI seamlessly into your routine. 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS AI should be treated as a conversational partner rather than just a machineHaving AI open and ready at all times helps develop new work habitsVerify AI information before trusting it - the human element remains crucialAI complements human skills like judgment and empathy while handling repetitive tasks📝 EPISODE BREAKDOWN 00:00 Introduction to AI After 5000:28 Developing an AI Mindset00:42 Premium Show Notes and Subscription01:11 Recap of Episode #402:03 Expanding the Behavioral Shift02:24 Using AI in Daily Life03:51 Warnings and Human Element04:22 ChatGPT's Role and Features06:47 Conversation with Sol on AI Mindset14:44 Exercise: AI as Your Daily Thinking Partner17:05 Conclusion and Weekly Exercise💡 HIGHLIGHTED QUOTES "AI isn't here to replace you, but here to work with you." "Start by staying curious and open minded. Embrace small, manageable steps." 🔍 PRACTICAL EXERCISE AI as Your Daily Thinking Partner (7-Day Challenge): Try AI as Your Daily Thinking Partner for seven days.  Pick a real-world challenge, ask AI for help, and reflect on how it improves your decision-making.  Let me know how it goes! Pick a daily decision or problem Choose something real and relevant to your life Can be work-related or personal Ask AI for help Frame your question as if talking to a trusted colleague Use either text prompting or voice mode Reflect and take action Consider new ideas sparked by AI's response Apply suggestions to your daily life Repeat for seven days Commit to the full weekReflect on how AI helped your decision-making⭐ PREMIUM SHOW NOTES Take your AI learning journey to the next level! Subscribe to our Premium Show Notes for: Extended exercises and implementation strategies Additional AI mindset development techniquesExclusive frameworks and prompting tipsAdvanced practical examples not covered in the episodeGet Monday morning delivery of new episodes and Premium Show Notes - completely FREE! Subscribe using the link in the show notes.

  6. 02/03/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #4 - AI is a Behavioral Shift, Not a Technological Shift - ChatGPT Advanced Voice

    EPISODE #4: AI is a Behavioral Shift, Not a Technological Shift Is AI a technological revolution, or is it really about behavior? In this episode, we break down why adapting to AI is less about mastering the technology and more about shifting your mindset—especially for professionals over 50. I’m joined by Sol, a ChatGPT Advanced Voice,, to discuss how AI isn’t just a tool you use when you need it, but a coworker and thinking partner that should always be in your workflow. We also explore how moving beyond the traditional “Google search mindset” can help you integrate AI into both your personal and professional life. Plus, I share a real-life story about how AI saved me over $500 on a dryer repair, and we dive into practical strategies to help you build the habit of using AI daily. Stick around for this week’s exercise, where I introduce the ERA framework—another powerful prompting tool to add to your AI skill set. 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS • AI adoption is more about changing behaviors than learning technology  • Success comes from treating AI as a conversational partner, not just a search tool • Personal use cases help build comfort with AI before professional applications  📝 EPISODE BREAKDOWN ⏳ - 00:00 Introduction: AI as a Behavioral Shift ⏳ - 00:19 Welcome to AI After 50 ⏳ - 00:36 Podcast Goals and Show Notes ⏳ - 01:43 Recap of Previous Episode ⏳ - 02:07 Exploring New Prompt Frameworks ⏳ - 03:32 Special Guest: Sol Discusses AI Behavioral Shift ⏳ - 05:46 Practical Tips for Adapting to AI ⏳ - 07:42 Real-World AI Success Stories ⏳ - 10:28 Creating Aha Moments with AI ⏳ - 10:58 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up ⏳ - 12:41 Weekly Prompting Exercise ⏳ - 14:05 Conclusion and Next Steps 💡 HIGHLIGHTED QUOTES "AI isn't something you have to learn, like coding - it's something you get to learn, like a new way of thinking." [35:40] "AI is a tool that works with you, not just for you.] 🔍 PRACTICAL EXERCISE The ERA Framework (Expectation, Role, Action): Expectation: Create HR policy documents for manufacturing company Role: HR policy expert Action: Create three documents: • Paid time off policy (eligibility, carryover rules, procedures) • New benefits package • Spanish translations of key HR forms ERA Framework Expectation, Role, Action Expectation: Describe the desired result. Role: Specify ChatGPT's role. Action: Specify needed actions. Example: HR Example Prompt:  You are an HR policy expert tasked with updating company policies for a midsize manufacturing company. Create three well-structured documents: (1) A clearly written Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy covering accrual, eligibility, carryover rules, and request procedures; (2) An engaging New Benefits Package Overview summarizing health, retirement, and wellness benefits in easy-to-understand language; and (3) Professional Spanish translations of key new hire forms (W-4, direct deposit authorization, emergency contact forms). Ensure all documents are clear, compliant, and accessible, using bullet points and simplified language where needed. The Spanish translations must be accurate, culturally appropriate, and suitable for Latin American employees. ⭐ PREMIUM CONTENT - Subscribe Today!  https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe  Subscribe to get exclusive access to: • Additional prompting frameworks • Extended exercise examples • Deeper implementation guidance Subscribe here 👉 https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe RESOURCES MENTIONED • WorkLab Podcast by Microsoft Show: Worklab with Molly Wood Guest: Conor Grennan on Moving Beyond the “Search Engine Mindset” Link: https://bit.ly/conor-grennan-worklab-podcast • ChatGPT Advanced Voice • Google Doc to Start Your Own Prompt Library (recommended)

  7. 01/27/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #3 - What AI Can Do, and the World is NOT Ready - The RISEN Framework for AI Prompting - Perplexity.ai

    EPISODE #3: What AI Can Do, and the World is NOT Ready - The RISEN Framework for AI Prompting AI is becoming 'table stakes' in 2025. Learn how to structure your AI prompts effectively using the RISEN Framework to get better results from AI language models.Episode Highlights [1:22] - Why AI literacy is critical for professionals over 50: Key stats from an AARP survey.[4:45] - The current state of AI models: What they can already do and why it matters.[8:10] - OpenAI's "Operator": A breakthrough in autonomous task performance.[11:45] - Introducing the RISEN Framework: A simple, adaptable prompt structure.[18:12] - Practical exercise: Using RISEN to create a blog prompt for a greenhouse business.[23:40] - Why Perplexity.ai is your new go-to research tool (and how it differs from ChatGPT).[27:15] - A call to action: Make 2025 the year you become AI-literate and indispensable in your field. 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS Only 7% of professionals over 50 have AI training according to AARP [08:45]Current AI models can already handle complex tasks like data analysis, content creation, and autonomous web tasks [12:30]The RISEN Framework provides a structured approach to AI prompting [24:15]📝 EPISODE BREAKDOWN [00:00] - Introduction and episode overview [07:30] - Current state of AI literacy and adoption rates [11:15] - Capabilities of current AI models [15:45] - Introduction to Perplexity.ai for research [24:15] - The RISEN Framework explained: R: Role (specific focus)I: Instructions (clear task direction)S: Steps (specific steps to follow)E: End Goal (desired outcome)N: Narrowing (constraints and limitations)💡 HIGHLIGHTED QUOTES "AI is going to be 'table stakes' here in 2025, certainly by the end of the year." [09:15] "Success with AI comes down to finding that sweet spot between the capabilities and complexity and human expertise." [35:20] 🔍 RESOURCES MENTIONED Perplexity.ai - Recommended research toolChatGPT - For content creation and tasksRISEN Framework by Kyle Balmer⭐ PREMIUM CONTENT - Subscribe here ---> https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe Get access to: Additional prompting frameworksExtra exercises and tipsAdvanced workshop materials [Subscribe for Premium Show Notes - Link in description]⭐ PRACTICAL EXERCISE Complete RISEN Framework Prompt: Role: Act as a product manager for ABC home greenhouses, a leading manufacturer of residential greenhouses. Instructions: Write a blog article announcing the new ABC home greenhouse model designed for year-round growing in compact spaces. Steps: Write an attention-grabbing headline about sustainable home growingOpen with a compelling first sentence about food self-sufficiencyInclude three concise paragraphs covering: Key features and innovationsValue propositionROI for home growingEnd with a clear call to action for pre-ordersEnd Goal: Generate pre-launch excitement and inquiries from target customers Narrowing: Keep language clear and factualAvoid marketing buzzwordsTarget homeowners interested in sustainable living and growing their own foodThank you for tuning in! Remember, becoming AI-literate isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share AI After 50 with your friends and colleagues. Let’s keep learning, keep prompting, and make 2025 your year of growth!

  8. 01/20/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #2: Better Prompting - ⚠️ AI Adoption at a Snail's Pace

    AI After 50 - Episode #2: Better Prompting - AI Adoption at a Snail's Pace - Host: Mark Tennant | Email: Mark@Marktennant.Net 🎯 Episode Overview This week, we dive deeper into practical AI applications, exploring how existing software tools can enhance your workflow and introducing advanced prompting techniques for better AI interactions. ⭐ Key Topics How to leverage AI capabilities in tools you already useReal-world efficiency gains through AI adoptionAdvanced prompting techniques for better resultsUnderstanding AI "hallucinations" and how to prevent them🔍 Episode Highlights Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Zoom AI featuresHow AI can save hours in information gatheringReal examples of AI enhancing creativity and workflowNew ChatGPT "Tasks" feature introduction📝 This Week's Advanced Prompting Exercise Step 1: Understanding the Framework Your prompt should include: Expert role definitionProcess to streamlineSpecific tasksRequirements refinementStep 2: Creating Your Advanced Prompt Follow this structure: CopyAct as an expert in [specific role] and help me streamline my process of [specific task]. Tasks to perform: 1. [Task 1] 2. [Task 2] Requirements: - [Requirement 1] - [Requirement 2]Step 3: Example Prompt "Act as an expert marketer who specializes in home real estate, and help me streamline my process of creating compelling descriptions for new listings. Tasks and context: I specialize in first-time home buyersDo not use typical AI languageWrite short, compelling sentences"Step 4: Refining Results Generate multiple responsesCombine the best elementsAdd to your Prompt Library🎁 Get Premium Show Notes! (FREE) Subscribe now to receive:  Extended prompting examples not shared in the episodeAdditional AI efficiency tips for professionalsEarly access to next week's exerciseBonus templates for your Prompt LibraryWeekly AI tool recommendations → Sign up for FREE Premium Show Notes to accelerate your AI learning!👉 https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe📅 Next Steps Practice the advanced prompting frameworkCreate at least three different versions of your promptAdd successful prompts to your librarySubscribe for Premium Show NotesShare your experiences at Mark@Marktennant.Net🎧 Listen Weekly New episodes every Monday. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to join our community of professionals mastering AI after 50. #AIAfter50 #ArtificialIntelligence #CareerDevelopment #ChatGPT #ProfessionalDevelopment #TechLearning

  9. 01/13/2025

    AI After 50 - Episode #1 - An Introduction to AI | ChatGPT | Your First AI Exercise

    AI After 50 - Episode #1: Your First Steps Into AI Literacy Host: Mark Tennant | Email: Mark@Marktennant.Net 🎯 Episode Overview Discover how professionals over 50 can use the power of AI to become more efficient and indispensable in their careers. In this debut episode, Mark introduces the foundations of Generative AI and provides your first hands-on exercise with ChatGPT. ⭐ Key Topics What Generative AI really is (and isn't)How ChatGPT works and why it matters for professionals over 50Your first practical exercise to start building AI confidenceHow to create your personal Prompt Library🔍 Episode Highlights Understanding AI: Learn how ChatGPT predicts patterns and words to generate human-like responsesReal Benefits: Discover how AI can increase your efficiency by 15-20% in professional settingsPractical Setup: Step-by-step guidance on getting started with ChatGPT's free versionExpert Insight: Mark shares his personal AI journey since 2015📝 This Week's Exercise: Your First ChatGPT Experience Step 1: Setting Up Visit ChatGPT.comCreate your free accountFamiliarize yourself with the interfaceStep 2: Your First Prompt Look for the text input box at the bottom of the screenType exactly: "Write me a blog post about [your chosen topic]"Choose a topic you're passionate about (gardening, cooking, your profession, etc.)Step 3: Exploring Results Read through ChatGPT's responseLook for the "Regenerate" button on the right sideClick it to see a completely different version of the blog postNotice how each response is uniqueStep 4: Start Your Prompt Library Open a new document (Google Doc, Word, or even a simple text file)Save your successful promptNote which versions worked bestBegin building your personal collection of effective promptsPro Tip: Choose a topic you know well for your first exercise - this helps you better evaluate ChatGPT's output and understanding. 🎁 Get Premium Show Notes! Subscribe to receive exclusive content every Monday:https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe Additional AI exercises not covered in the episodeExtra tips and expert insightsEarly access to new episode notificationsExtended show notes with deeper explanationsBonus prompts for your library → Sign up now to accelerate your AI learning journey!https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe📅 Next Steps Complete the blog post writing exerciseStart your Prompt LibrarySubscribe for Premium Show NotesShare your questions at Mark@Marktennant.Net🎧 Listen Weekly New episodes every Monday. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to join our community of professionals mastering AI after 50. #AIAfter50 #ArtificialIntelligence #CareerDevelopment #ChatGPT #ProfessionalDevelopment #TechLearning8yuVgHqSMQD1ceCWesnm

  10. 01/05/2025

    AI After 50 - The Pilot Episode

    About The Show: AI After 50 is a weekly podcast launching January 13th, 2025, designed for experienced professionals looking to develop their AI skills and confidence. Host Mark Tennant brings 30 years of IT experience and 8 years of AI expertise to guide you through practical, no-nonsense AI learning. Episode Highlights: - Weekly episodes release every Monday - Hands-on exercises focusing primarily on ChatGPT - Practical, jargon-free approach to AI learning - Suitable for all experience levels, with special focus on professionals over 50 Core Topics We'll Cover: 1. Positive Impacts: What AI can and cannot do 2. Challenges & Concerns: Addressing fears and misconceptions 3. Training & Adaptation: Practical skills development Your Host: Mark Tennant brings extensive experience: - Current: E-learning developer at a medical manufacturing company - Background: 30 years in IT hardware/software support - Experience: 15 years at a leading medical school supporting researchers - Specialization: AI workshop instructor for businesses and organizations in Northeast Ohio Resources Mentioned: - Free ChatGPT version recommended for following along - Tools discussed: Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Perplexity AI Get More From Each Episode: 📌 Basic Show Notes: Available free with each episode 📌 Premium Newsletter: Extended exercises and additional tips available by subscription Subscribe here —> https://bit.ly/AIAfter50-Premium-Show-Notes-Subscribe Connect With the Show: - Email: mark@marktennant.net - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marketennant/ - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Next Episode: Join us January 13th, 2025, for Episode #1 as we begin our AI learning journey together! Remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, so you don't miss any episodes of AI After 50!

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Your experience and years on the job is not a liability when it comes to AI. It's your biggest advantage. 'AI After 50' is the practical podcast for professionals over 50 who want to learn the skills that matter, to build smarter and faster. Real lessons from the field, from developing and teaching inside a medical manufacturer training facility, to helping businesses across Northeast Ohio work smarter, to building a live media brand from scratch, with all the mistakes in-between. No coding required. No tech background needed. Just honest, practical skills. New episodes every Tuesday.

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