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How To Use AI (And Automation)

How To Use AI (And Automation)

By: Tony Winyard
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 Feel like AI is racing ahead and you're struggling to keep up? You're not alone - and you're exactly who this show is for. How to Use AI (and Automation) is a beginner-friendly podcast designed to help curious business owners, freelancers, and professionals unlock the real power of AI - without jargon, overwhelm, or tech talk. Every short episode focuses on just one idea, explained clearly and simply, with one real-world story to bring it to life and one small, practical action you can use immediately. Hosted by Tony Winyard - AI consultant, automation specialist, and passionate advocate for making technology human - the show offers a fresh way to learn: No hype. No complexity. No “you should already know this” attitude. You'll discover how to work with AI as a creative teammate (not just use it like a search engine). You'll build real confidence step-by-step, without feeling overwhelmed or left behind. Whether you're curious about ChatGPT, want to explore automating your business workflows, or simply want to feel a little less lost in the AI revolution, this podcast will guide you with warmth, clarity, and just enough wit to keep things human. 🎙️ New episodes drop weekly - available in both audio and video formats - keeping things short, sharp, and practical, perfect for a coffee break listen or watch. Ready to make AI work for you - not the other way around? Subscribe today, and start turning confusion into confidence. ✨ Bonus: If you'd like extra support or want your AI questions answered personally, join our beginner-friendly How to Use AI Facebook Group. (Link in the show notes!)Copyright 2025 Tony Winyard Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • The Inbox Whisperer: Master Email with Free AI Tools

    The Inbox Whisperer: Master Email with Free AI Tools
    Jun 28 2025

    Episode 8 – The Inbox Whisperer: Master Email with Free AI Tools

    Emma was stuck. Her inbox was overloaded, her brain was frazzled, and opportunities were slipping through the cracks.

    In this practical, story-led episode, Tony shares how a solo consultant used AI to regain control of her inbox — and how you can do the same.


    🎧 What You’ll Learn:


    A 5-part “Inbox Whisperer” system


    The difference between sorting and prioritising


    Free tools that transform how you handle email


    How Emma saved 8 hours a week and booked more clients


    🛠️ Mentioned Tools:

    • Superhuman
    • ChatGPT + Zapier
    • SaneBox
    • Notion
    • Gmail
    • Siri/Voice Shortcuts

    📥 Free Resource:

    Inbox Whisperer Setup Guide

    📺 Watch on YouTube and Spotify for full visuals

    📅 Free Live Webinar – Monday 7 July @ 7:30pm

    Register: https://www.tonywinyard.com/live-sessions

    💬 Join the Facebook Group
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    4 mins
  • From Chaos to Clients: How a Nutritionist Gained 8 Hours a Week Using AI

    From Chaos to Clients: How a Nutritionist Gained 8 Hours a Week Using AI
    Jun 20 2025
    This episode is a game-changer for small business owners drowning in admin.

    Tony shares a real-world case study of Sophie, a nutritionist struggling with messy systems, repetitive onboarding, and content chaos. Learn how she used tools like Tally, Notion, Calendly, and ChatGPT to save time, serve more clients, and finally get ahead of her schedule.

    What You’ll Learn:
    • How to automate your client intake process without hiring staff
    • How one blog post can become 5 pieces of content using AI
    • How to save hours a week with minimal tech skills

    Mentioned Tools:

    Tally, Notion, Calendly, Make.com, ChatGPT, Otter.ai, Bardeen.ai, Canva


    Watch the video version on YouTube and Spotify

    Sign up for the free webinar (first Monday): https://tonywinyard.com > Live Sessions

    Join the “How to Use AI” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtouseai

    Listen to all episodes: https://how-to-use-ai.captivate.fm/listen"
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    9 mins
  • Outsmart Procrastination with AI

    Outsmart Procrastination with AI
    Jun 14 2025

    Procrastinating? Overthinking? Waiting for motivation?

    In Episode 6 of How to Use AI (and Automation), Tony Winyard shows you how to break free from perfectionism and overwhelm — with the help of beginner-friendly AI tools like ChatGPT, Goblin Tools, and Otter.ai.

    🎧 What You'll Learn:

    • Why procrastination isn’t about laziness — and what it really means
    • How to use Goblin Tools to break big tasks into small steps
    • How ChatGPT can coach you through the messy middle
    • What happens when you let AI support your first draft instead of fighting for the perfect one

    🛠 Tools in this Episode:

    • Goblin Tools: https://goblin.tools
    • ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com
    • Otter.ai: https://otter.ai

    🗓 Free Webinar: Automate the Tasks You Hate

    Join us Monday 1 July @ 7:30PM — Sign up at https://www.tonywinyard.com (click “Live Sessions”)

    📺 Watch every episode: YouTube + Spotify

    🎧 Subscribe to the show: https://how-to-use-ai.captivate.fm/listen

    💬 Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howtouseai
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    7 mins

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