How SMB’s can use AI for Smarter Decisions

Welcome to Beachside Chats, where business strategy meets innovation, and every conversation is a step toward unlocking your full potential. I'm your host, Stephen Webster - strategic growth coach and performance enthusiast. Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, or simply someone driven to grow, this is the place for actionable insights and fresh perspectives to help you get 1% better every day. Today, we'll be diving into “How SMB’s can use AI for Smarter Decisions” so let's dive in.1.       Identify One Key Business Metric to Improvea.       Instead of tracking everything, pick one high-impact KPI to optimize with AI.b.       Try This: Focus on customer retention, sales forecasting, or cost per lead.2.       Use AI-Powered Tools to Analyze Trendsa.       AI platforms process real-time data so you can spot opportunities faster.b.       Try This: Use Tableau AI, Microsoft Copilot, or Google Analytics AI for predictive insights.3.       Make Your First AI-Backed Business Decisiona.       Start small but strategic—AI isn’t about replacing decisions, it’s about enhancing them.b.       Try This: Adjust pricing, marketing spend, or staffing based on AI-powered trend analysis.Quote of the Day:“Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” – W. Edwards DemingToday’s Oyster Shot: 🦪This week, chose ONE business metric to track using an AI tool – then act on the insightsIf you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe to Wellfleet Beachside Chats and leave a review. I’d love to hear your thoughts and what topics you want to hear about next! You can also connect with me on LinkedIn for more tips and insights. https://www.linkedin.com/in/swebman/