AI is changing the way we work. Here's 5 great resources to keep you up to speed.
At the moment it feels like new AI tools are launching every day, whether it’s a new model, a new feature, an AI agent or yet another headline predicting the future of work. So it's hardly surprising that ‘AI anxiety’ has become a bit of a thing, with many people worrying that they're already behind.
Fortunately there are many great learning resources out there on the internet, most of them free. Whether you're looking to future-proof your career, become more productive at work, or simply get a better understanding of what everyone is talking about, we’ve curated five great resources to help you build your know-how.
OpenAI Academy
If you're new to AI, this is one of the best places to start. OpenAI Academy offers free, practical learning designed to help you understand how AI works and, more importantly, how to use it in your everyday work. From writing better prompts to building smarter workflows, it's the easiest way to build confidence without feeling overwhelmed. https://academy.openai.com
Claude Free Training Library
The Anthropic learning library is packed with short, easy-to-follow courses that show you how to get more from AI. The focus is practical rather than technical, helping you solve real workplace challenges, improve your prompting skills and discover new ways to save time. Learnings can also be applied to ChatGPT or other AI platforms. https://claude.com/resources/courses
The MAD Podcast
Sometimes the best way to learn about AI is by listening to how other people are using it in the real world. The MAD Podcast with Matt Turck explores how AI is changing marketing, business and creativity through engaging conversations with people at the forefront of the industry. It's insightful, approachable and full of ideas you can put into practice. Listen here
Acquired Podcast
If you enjoy understanding the bigger picture, Acquired is a brilliant business podcast with several outstanding AI episodes. It explores the companies, leaders and strategic moves driving the AI race, making complex topics engaging and surprisingly easy to follow. https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/google-the-ai-company
HubSpot AI Resources
If you’re looking for practical ways to use AI at work, HubSpot has created an extensive collection of guides, templates, eBooks and learning resources covering everything from marketing and sales to productivity and customer experience. It's full of practical ideas that you can start using straight away. https://www.hubspot.com/resources/guides/artificial-intelligence
Don’t just think, do
The people who'll thrive in the age of AI won't necessarily be the most technical, they'll be the most adaptable. Employers today are looking for people who are curious, willing to learn and comfortable using AI to work smarter.
So pick one of our recommended resources and put aside a little quiet time for it. Because the best way to overcome AI anxiety isn't by worrying about the future, it's by building the skills to play a part in it.
