Monrovia Business Seminar Series-AI for Small Business: Part 1: AI Foundations & Practical Business Use Cases

Description

AI for Small Business: From Curiosity to Competitive Advantage

A 3-Part Educational Series for Monrovia Chamber Members

Overview

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept — it is a practical business tool available right now to small business owners. This 3-part beginner-friendly series is designed specifically for Chamber members who want to understand AI, apply it responsibly, and use it to save time, increase efficiency, and improve marketing, sales, and operations.

This is not a technical or coding class. It is a practical, hands-on workshop focused on real business use cases.

Participants will walk away with clear understanding, real examples, and ready-to-use prompts they can apply immediately.

Part 1: AI Foundations & Practical Business Use Cases

Title: AI for Business Owners: From Confused to Confident

What This Session Covers

• What AI actually is (in plain English)
• Where AI fits into small business operations
• Live demonstrations using real-world business scenarios
• How to write better prompts for better results
• Beginner-friendly “prompt engineering” framework
• Common mistakes to avoid
• 5 ready-to-use prompts for immediate application

Real-World Use Cases Include:

• Social media content creation
• Email marketing
• Sales follow-up scripts
• Job descriptions and SOPs
• Customer service templates
• Offer positioning and messaging clarity

This session focuses on clarity and confidence. Members will leave understanding how to use AI as a business tool — not a buzzword.