Ever feel like a kid in a candy store when picking AI tools for your biz?
The secret: Stick to a few treats and savor the flavor.
Why it matters
Small business owners often drown in an ocean of AI options, making it hard to choose.
Focusing on a select few tools can streamline operations, save precious time, and boost productivity without an endless chase after the latest tech fads.
By the numbers
- In 2023, a whopping 3,000+ AI tools were available (Futurepedia, 2023).
- 35% of companies embraced AI in 2022, showing a growing trend (IBM Global AI Adoption Index, 2023).
- The AI market is expected to skyrocket to $1,345.2 billion by 2030 (Fortune Business Insights, 2023).
The big picture
William Gibson was spot-on: "The future is already here – it's just not evenly distributed."
The rapid expansion of AI tools mirrors this, racing ahead so fast most of us have trouble keeping pace.
Yet those willing to focus on a core set of tools participate in that future rather than chasing its tail.
Yes, but
Can't keep up with all those newfangled tech tools? No worries—start small.
I recommend, pick one tool, like ChatGPT or Claude, and get cozy.
It's not about having all the toys; it's about knowing how to play with them.
The bottom line
Nobody's expecting you to sample every AI app on the grid.
By choosing and mastering a select few, you’ll give your business a fighting chance to thrive in the AI age instead of becoming a casualty of its complexity.
