- The ever-growing presence
of AI in our day-to-day lives can honestly feel
a little overwhelming and kind of scary.
And while there's plenty to be weary of,
there are also plenty of ways to utilize AI for good.
For example, harnessing the tools of AI
to help your productivity at work is a great way
to streamline your processes
and get everything done from managing your schedule
to transcribing meetings
and translating languages in real-time.
AI tools can be indispensable allies to your daily routine.
However, before you start using AI for work purposes,
it's crucial to be aware of any policies
that your company has about AI and third-party apps.
You should also consider the ethical
and legal implications of using these tools for work,
especially if you deal with sensitive personal information.
So with all that being said, here's a rundown
of the AI tools that can help you be more productive
so that you can spend more time
doing the things you actually enjoy.
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There are a handful of tools
that can transcribe a meeting as it's happening.
Zoom AI Companion can summarize meetings in real-time,
offering a quick catch up for those who join late
or miss parts of the meeting.
It also includes features for drafting emails
and agendas based on meeting discussions.
If your company isn't on Zoom,
Otter is an AI powered transcription service
that's easy to use and usually accurate,
even when the background noise isn't the best.
You can use Otter's Chrome extension to record
and transcribe conversations and meetings in real-time,
or you can invite it to join a video call
so it can capture screenshots of presentations.
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Fireflies is a similar AI-driven tool for recording,
transcribing, and analyzing meetings.
It integrates seamlessly
with various video conferencing platforms
and offers features like keyword search
and actionable insights from conversations.
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You've likely heard of them and probably already used them.
Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant are everywhere these days.
AI assistant can help with schedule management,
task automation, and providing instant information,
which can be especially beneficial for work purposes.
For example, you can ask Siri to send an email
to Alex about our upcoming meeting
and say, I need the deck ready before 4:00 PM today.
Or you can ask Google Assistant what's on my calendar
for next Monday, or make a lunch appointment
with Alex Friday at noon at the Commodore.
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If you use project management platforms like Trello, Asana,
or Monday, you can utilize AI integrations
that can do everything from predicting project timelines
to optimizing workflows,
and enhancing overall project efficiency.
Trello's AI integration includes features like Butler,
which automates everyday tasks, sets reminders,
and optimizes workflow processes,
enhancing overall productivity and efficiency.
Asana uses Asana intelligence
and AI that can optimize workflows
and answer your questions about projects
determining any potential blockers and next steps.
Monday allows you to create custom workflows,
including predictive analytics
and automating repetitive tasks.
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Not everyone has perfect sentence structure, spelling
and grammar, if that's you, there are AI tools available
for various devices and platforms, from emails to documents
and messages that can detect errors, ensuring
that your written work is always accurate.
Grammarly is probably
the most popular AI-powered writing assistant
that helps correct grammar, punctuation,
and style errors through realtime suggestions.
It's browser extension
and keyboard integration work across multiple platforms,
including email clients, documents,
and even apps on your phone.
Hemingway editor is another app
that improves the readability
and clarity of written content.
It highlights any uses of passive voice, complex sentences,
and other elements that can make writing less clear.
Pro-writing aid is a comprehensive tool
that offers grammar checking, style editing,
and over 25 reports to improve your writing.
Everything from your overall writing style
to word choice and sentence structure.
So there you have it.
Now you can harness the power of AI
to work smarter, not harder. (cool upbeat music)