AI for Real Work: How to Get What You Need, Fast
AI for Real Work: How to Get What You Need, Fast
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (8:30 AM - 10:00 AM) (CDT)
Description
Use AI Strategically, Not Just Casually
Local businesses are already using AI to save time, improve marketing, and streamline operations - but most people are only scratching the surface of what AI can do. This workshop shows you how to use it strategically - so you get faster, stronger, and more reliable outputs.
In this workshop you’ll learn how to communicate effectively with various AI tools, choose the right type of input for the task, and combine text, images, and other formats to solve real business problems.
- Ask AI better questions and give clearer instructions to produce strong, useful results. Vague input → Vague output
- Understand how different inputs (text, images, data) impact output quality
- Choose the right approach for different business tasks
- Combine inputs for more powerful, time-saving workflows
Walk away with practical techniques to get better, more reliable results to work smarter and move faster.
AI isn’t magic. It’s a skill.
Presented by Dr. Thomas E. Nelson, PhD, Associate Professor of Management, University of South Alabama

Members - $15
Potential Members - $20
451 Government St.
Mobile, AL 33602 United States