25 | Five Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Started Using AI (ChatGPT) And What I Do Differently Now

Feeling overwhelmed trying to figure out AI? You're not alone. In this episode of AI for Mompreneurs, I'm getting real about the five biggest mistakes I made when I first started using AI in my business—and how I fixed them. From assuming AI could read my mind to using it as a shortcut instead of a tool, I’m sharing exactly what went wrong, what I wish I had known, and how I now use AI to simplify my systems, streamline content, and get more done in less time (without losing myself in the process).

Whether you're a busy mom running a business from home or just curious about how AI can actually support your life and not complicate it, this episode is for you. Learn how to train your AI assistant, set healthy boundaries, and use this powerful tool to amplify—not replace—your creative thinking and decision-making.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why AI isn’t a magic shortcut (and what to do instead)

• The difference between brainstorming with AI and letting it take over

• How training your AI assistant to know you changes everything

• What it looks like to use AI as a thinking partner—not a decision-maker

• How AI can undergird your systems and free up mental space for what truly matters

✨ This episode is honest, practical, and perfect for the mama who wants to work smarter—not harder—with the help of AI.

📌 Ready to stop making these mistakes and finally make AI work for you?
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