Let's face it - AI is here!  But don't worry, they're not plotting to replace you (yet).  Instead, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quietly - and sometime not so quietly - reshaping how businesses operate.  From automating mundane task to crunching data faster than a caffeine-fueled intern, AI is redefining what efficiency looks like.

This session isn't a doomsday seminar about the rise of machines - it's your friendly neighborhood survival guide to managing the AI takeover with confidence and curiosity.  Whether you're a small business owner wondering if you should trust a chatbot, a college student eyeing the next big tech wave, or just someone who wants to know how AI might impact their morning coffee run - this course is for you.

We'll explore how to make AI your business ally instead of your arch-nemesis, and you'll leave with the know-how to adapt, innovate and thrive in a world where your spreadsheets and databases might actually talk back.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn and adopt practical AI processes for more productive business environments.
• Discover practical ways small businesses can use AI tools without breaking the budget.
• Learn to develop better prompts for better AI output.
• Leave feeling empowered instead of overwhelmed.
• Preview upcoming AI workshops and certification paths offered by Mayland Community College.

This course is ideal for:

• Small business owners ready to begin to modernize their operations (without hiring an army of robots).
• Entrepreneurs who want to stay ahead of competitors using AI-driven insights.
• College students eager to future-proof their skills and add 'AI-savvy' to their resumes.

First class must be attended in person; Zoom option may be available for later sessions, though in person is encouraged.