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214. Kitchen-table A.I. automations, with Ashley Francis

EPISODE · Jun 24, 2024 · 52 MIN

214. Kitchen-table A.I. automations, with Ashley Francis

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This week, we're diving back into the world of AI to uncover some practical ways this technology can take over tasks that are consuming too much of your time. At a recent MACPA Town Hall, 64% of accounting professionals admitted they haven't tried generative AI tools. Many might think they're not using AI at all, but the reality is they're likely interacting with it daily through virtual assistants, shopping recommendations, music playlists, facial recognition, and more.To help us embrace AI more actively, we speak with Ashley Francis, a seasoned CPA, Microsoft MVP, featured speaker, and passionate AI advocate. Ashley provides insights and tips on seamlessly incorporating AI tools into your daily workflow. Through her newsletter and series of classes, "Kitchen Table Automations", she simplifies the integration of AI, making it more accessible and user-friendly for accounting professionals. Listen to gain some practical, actionable advice to harness AI in your professional life.ResourcesHarvard Business Review article, "How People Are Really Using GenAI" by Marc Zao-Sanders Mashable article, "I spent a week using AI tools in my daily life. Here's how it went." by Cecily Mauran Ashley Francis, CPA: LinkedIn ProfileThe Francis Group, PLLCKitchen Table Automations Newsletter

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