The Dept. w/ Omar El-Takrori How To Use AI First and WIN in 2026 (ANY Industry) | The Dept. #104
Jan 13, 2026
Alicia Lyttle, an AI expert and founder, shares her insights on leveraging AI for productivity and income growth. She emphasizes the importance of human interaction in the AI era and breaks down effective prompting techniques. Alicia recommends beginners start with just 15 minutes a day using ChatGPT and discusses practical uses, like automating tasks and creating prototypes. She outlines an AI-first workflow for businesses and reveals strategies to attract high-ticket clients through AI. This conversation is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.
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Pick Advanced Tools For Big Jobs
- Use higher-capacity models and modern tools (Claude, GenSpark, Gemini) to handle larger content like long ebooks and better presentations.
- Try GenSpark and Google Gemini for realistic images and one-stop creative outputs like slides and infographics.
Daily 15-Minute AI Habit
- Start with a free ChatGPT account and spend 15 minutes a day having conversational prompts to solve real problems.
- Dig deeper with follow-ups instead of taking the first answer and make AI part of daily habit formation.
ChatGPT Helped Cook And Fix A Dishwasher
- Alicia used ChatGPT by uploading photos of her fridge to get a quick recipe and plating image for guests.
- She also fixed a broken dishwasher by photographing the unit and following ChatGPT's step-by-step guidance.