Author: paulsmoneymakers
What can we learn from X? Consider Elon Musk’s decision to cut more than 50% of the workforce at X (formerly Twitter). At the time, many predicted the platform’s collapse. Yet despite some glitches, that has not come to pass — so how much of what we do is truly essential and productive? It is clearly a polarizing example, but it underscores one important fact for many large organizations: We can operate leaner and more effectively. We can accomplish more if we strip away the superficial busyness that often adds no value. Going back to the basics With so much…
While much of the world was thrilled by the 2022 release of ChatGPT, and with it the dawning of a new era of technology, the reaction in the Philippines was closer to fear.Consultancy firms and banks warned that generative AI, which can process human language, could be upgraded to the point where humans are automated out of work. One Goldman Sachs report in March 2023 said 300 million jobs could be exposed to automation. About 46% of those are office and administrative jobs like customer service.Millions of these jobs are found in developing economies in Southeast Asia like that of…
Anyone who has ever written a research paper will agree that it’s a delicate and arduous process. From selecting the right research topic to gathering relevant materials, accurately citing sources, and formatting everything according to strict requirements, the journey is anything but simple. It demands precision, along with an uncanny eye for detail. While researchers — students, lecturers, or professionals in business — have been navigating this process for decades, AI is now providing a unique opportunity to streamline the more tedious aspects of research. By automating time-consuming tasks, AI is allowing researchers to redirect their focus to what truly…
Anonymized pay equity data from Clara for Creators as well as Nino De Guzman’s own insights help inform the tool, but it’s built for any entrepreneur and their individual needs. The tool is designed to be a mentor, providing tailored guidance to help entrepreneurs move seamlessly from ideation to sustaining and growing their business, empowering them to take the next step toward success. That might include advice from generating business names and navigating copyrights to accessing startup capital or grants to boosting their financial know-how to understanding hiring strategies and franchise opportunities. “AI can’t replace the power of human connection,…
The Gist Redefine workflows. Use AI marketing to reimagine workflows, streamline tasks and enhance efficiency. Core competencies matter. Focus AI marketing efforts on what your team does best and outsource non-core tasks to maximize resources and improve productivity. Build in flexibility. Allocate budget for AI experimentation to stay agile and responsive as technology and market demands evolve. Right now, marketing is in a pivotal moment; let’s call it the great reset of marketing. Leaders are at an inflection point where they must transform their functions to stay afloat and competitive, but they likely haven’t undergone that transformation yet. At the…
By Shannon Sankstone Artificial intelligence, or AI, is integrating into every part of our lives, including special education. At the same time, many of us have had visions of robots taking over the world, or less dramatically, fears that AI is writing a child’s individualized educational program (IEP). This month, I’ll take a peek at AI from an advocate’s perspective. For everyone, by everyone First and foremost, districts, schools and educators need leadership to guide them. The U.S. Department of Education and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) have provided a framework for AI in K-12 education. At…
NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is driving market transformation – The Cosmetics market in Brazil size is estimated to grow by USD 5.5 billion from 2025-2029, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period. Rise in sales of cosmetics through e-commerce channels is driving market growth, with a trend towards surging adoption of multichannel marketing. However, availability of counterfeit brands poses a challenge. Key market players include Agreste Cosmetica Brasil Ltda., Amyris Inc., Avon Products Inc., Beiersdorf AG, Beleza na Web, Chanel Ltd., Coty Inc., Grupo Boticario, Henkel AG and…
A version of this article first appeared in the November BAI Executive Report: Harnessing the power of AI in banking. Find more insight within on careful adoption of artificial intelligence, automation and machine learning, from SMB examples to creating core efficiencies, expanding lending use cases and more. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and more recently generative AI, at banks and credit unions has already captured the industry’s attention, and its use within personal finance creates unique possibilities and potential pitfalls. Even as healthy skepticism persists, advocates stress that AI creates cost-saving operational efficiencies and eases the burden of…
AI is projected to boost global productivity by up to 1.5 per cent annually, potentially driving significant GDP growth, according to a report by the European House Ambrosetti commissioned by IBM. By 2030, approximately 729 million people are expected to utilise AI tools, up from 314 million today, the report estimates. Despite these projections, the report found AI adoption is hindered by a significant skills gap, with one third (33 per cent) of companies globally identifying it as the biggest barrier.AI skills gap emerging between managers and frontline workers, study suggestsAnticipating the future: how AI is changing career planning and its impact…
We recently published a list of Stay Ahead: 9 Key AI News Updates You Need to See. In this article, we are going to take a look at where ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:NOW) stands against other key AI news updates you need to see. A very adaptable tool, generative artificial intelligence has been used in various fields. As a result, it could develop into a general-purpose technology that can evolve into a machine capable of carrying out any task that a human can. Given that the generative AI market is growing at a compound annual growth rate of 34.20%, according to…