MIDWEST RADIO / THINKAI KEY TAKEAWAYS – JANUARY 2026
Below are the key takeaways from our January 2026 discussion, created especially for people who are new to AI and want a safe, sensible place to start.
You do not need technical skills.
You do not need to change your job.
You just need to start small.
SIMPLE WAYS TO BEGIN
Ask questions
Use AI like a helpful assistant, not an expert.
- Explain topics in simple terms
- Summarise information
- Help you think things through
Read & summarise information
Use AI like a helpful assistant, not an expert.
- Paste in long emails or documents
- Upload PDFs or reports
- Ask for short, clear summaries
- Upload documents
- Ask questions about them
- Get clear summaries in plain language
Search with AI
Get clear answers with sources.
- Giving direct answers
- Explaining why something matters
- Showing sources clearly
- Ask full questions
- Get clear answers with sources
- Follow links only if you want more detail
LEARN BY DOING SMAL (NOT GETTING ANSWERS)
You don’t need training — just try AI on one small everyday task and keep using it only if it helps.
This works because:
- Ultra easy to read
- Removes pressure from beginners
- Matches “simple resource” request
- Visually very calm on the page
Start with one small task, try AI, and use it only if it genuinely helps you.
AI should assist, not replace people.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Every month, Declan and Robert join Midwest Radio to talk about artificial intelligence in plain English.
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