Exploring Everyday AI: Tips for Food Industry Professionals

In this episode we both highlight the growing importance of AI in everyone’s daily routines, noting how it can save hours of work, particularly for freelancers and small business owners who manage multiple roles.  We emphasise that while AI tools like ChatGPT are incredibly useful, it's crucial to understand their limitations and ensure the final output aligns with your own professional expertise. Our conversation then shifts to specific examples of how we use ChatGPT daily—from crafting assertive emails and generating presentation outlines to analysing data and planning LinkedIn posts.  We also discuss the benefits of AI in relieving mental load, especially for tasks that are time-consuming or creatively demanding.  However, we caution listeners against blindly trusting AI outputs, stressing the importance of fact-checking and personalisation. Amy shares her experience of using Otter AI for real-time transcription of meetings and events, including a humorous account of using it during her child's parents’ evening.  We wrap up by encouraging listeners to experiment with AI tools, share their experiences, and think of AI as a helpful friend rather than a replacement for their professional skills. Timestamps  [00:00:00] Lucy’s experience with ChatGPT for translating PDFs  [00:01:02] Introduction: Embracing AI in everyday life  [00:02:28] Risks and limitations of AI in larger businesses  [00:03:39] ChatGPT: What it is and how it works  [00:07:25] Practical uses of AI: Writing emails and presentations  [00:14:48] Data analysis and meal planning using AI  [00:22:07] Encouraging AI experimentation and real-life examples  [00:26:56] Summary and closing remarks Links and Resources: Website Link: https://ohforfoodssake.co.uk/ FB Link: https://www.facebook.com/ohforfoodsake LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oh-for-food-s-sake/ You can follow us here on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oh_forfoodssake/ For industry consulting from Lucy, connect with her on Instagram or LinkedIn. Find her on Instagram or LinkedIn for further support with industry coaching and facilitation from Amy. Oh For Food's Sake is sponsored by Microsearch Laboratories: https://micro-search.co.uk/  See you next time!