Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple

Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple

Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple is your go-to resource for implementing AI tools and automation in your business without the overwhelm. Join Technology & Automation Coach Sarah Baker twice weekly as she breaks down complex tech into actionable steps you can implement right away. Every Tuesday, catch 'AI in Action' quick tips with screen-sharing tutorials showing exactly how to use today's top AI tools. Thursday episodes dive deeper into automation strategies, tech tools, and systems to help you build a business that runs smoothly - even when you're not working. Whether you're new to AI or ready to level up your tech game, Sarah shows you how to save hours each week by working smarter, not harder. Skip the endless tutorials and confusing jargon - get straight to the solutions that will help you build a profitable, automated business that works around your life.

Episodes

June 19, 2025 80 mins

Ep. #139: This 2-Hour AI Strategy Helped Me Ditch the Post-and-Pray Cycle for Good

What if you could grow your business without posting every day and praying something (anything) lands?

This special episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple is the audio replay of my live training: The 2-Hour/Week AI Strategy to Escape the Social Media Grind + Grow Your Business 24/7.

You’ll learn the exact system I use (and teach!) to...

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Episode #138: 5 Signs You're Stuck in the 'Post and Pray' Content Trap (And Why It's Killing Your Growth)

Ever feel like you're pouring time into your content and hearing nothing but crickets? If you're constantly posting and praying something sticks… you're not alone (but you're also not growing).

In this episode, we’re breaking down the 5 signs that your content strategy is stuck in what I ca...

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Episode #137: Top 3 AI Note Takers and Why You Need to Be Using One

Let’s be real... trying to take detailed notes during meetings and stay present is nearly impossible. That’s where AI comes in.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m diving into the top 3 AI-powered note-taking tools that are saving entrepreneurs hours every single week. Whether you’re managing team meetings, client calls, or podcast...

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Episode #136: How to Seamlessly Integrate Asana with AI Tools for Your Business

If you're dreaming of saving 10+ hours a week (without hiring a full team), this one’s for you. 

In this final episode of the Automated Systems That Scale mini-series, we’re taking your Asana setup to the next level by integrating it with smart AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Zapier, and Make. 

Whether you’re a team of one or managing a growing busines...

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Episode #135: How to Turn Your Asana Project Management System onto Autopilot

You’ve got your Asana projects set up. Tasks are organized. Deadlines are in place.

But now it’s time for the fun part — making it run itself.

This is Part 3 of our Automated Systems That Scale mini-series, where I walk you through the real tools and workflows I recommend to take work off your plate — not add more to it.

In this episode of Tech Savv...

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Episode #134: Setting Up Asana for Small Business: Automation Rules That Save Time

If you’ve ever thought, “There has to be an easier way to keep track of all the things,” you’re right — and Asana is that easier way.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m walking you through you how to set up your Asana workspace from scratch with automation in mind. 

We’re diving into how to structure your p...

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Episode #133: Asana Tutorial: How to Automate 24 Hours of Work Each Week

Let’s talk about your time... or lack thereof.

If your to-do list keeps growing, but your actual progress? Not so much… you might be stuck in the automation gap — spending hours on repetitive tasks that software could handle for you.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, we’re diving into Asana (my favorite projec...

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Episode #132: Canva’s 2025 Redesign: The Top 5 Features That Streamline Your Content Creation Process

Spoiler alert: Canva didn’t just get a glow-up — it got a whole new brain.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m giving you the full rundown of Canva’s 2025 redesign — and showing you the five smartest new features that’ll completely change the way you create content for your business.

From ...

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Episode #131: Is Jasper AI the Ultimate Solution for Marketing Content Creation?

If writing content is eating up hours of your week, Jasper might just be your new favorite time-saver.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m breaking down exactly what Jasper is, how it works, and why so many entrepreneurs are using it to write high-quality marketing content in minutes, not hours.

Whether you&ap...

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Episode #130: Gemini vs ChatGPT: Which AI Is Better for Visual Content?

If you’ve ever wished ChatGPT could see what you’re talking about… it might be time to meet Gemini,  Google’s multimodal AI assistant.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, I’m giving you a full walkthrough of Gemini and comparing it to ChatGPT to see which tool comes out on top.

You’ll learn how Gemini works, what makes it different,...

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Episode #129: [AI in Action] How to Use Perplexity AI: The Complete Guide for Cutting Your Research Time in Half

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Let’s be real: digging through dozens of Google tabs just to find one solid stat or update? Exhausting. And time-consuming.


 That’s where Perplexity AI comes in: a next-gen search and research assistant designed to save you hours every single week.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 10...

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Episode #128: SOPs Made Simple: How to Organize and Automate Your Business Operations

Let’s be honest… “create SOPs” probably isn’t the task you’re most excited to check off your to-do list. But if you’ve ever wished you could clone yourself or hand off work without explaining it a million times… this episode is for you.

Whether you’re a solopreneur wearing all the hats or you’ve got a small team already, clear and usable SOPs (Stand...

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Episode #127: [AI in Action] Claude vs. ChatGPT: Which AI Tool Is Best for Your Business? 

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If you’ve only been using ChatGPT… you’re missing out.

This episode kicks off a brand-new AI Essentials mini-series, and we’re starting with one of my favorite underrated tools: Claude.

Claude is smart, simple to use, and incredibly good at things like writing, summarizing documents, and sounding like a real human

I...

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Episode #126: How to Revive Old Content for More Traffic & Sales (5 Easy Steps)

PRO TIP: You don’t always need new content to grow your business… sometimes, your best stuff is already sitting in your archives.

Most entrepreneurs are stuck in constant content creation mode, thinking they have to keep churning out more, more, more to stay relevant. 

But what if I told you that updating your old content could actually bring faster, b...

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Episode #125: [AI in Action] Stop Guessing! How to Find the Best Keywords for SEO & Start Ranking

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SEO doesn’t have to be a guessing game. If you’re tired of spending hours on content that never gets seen, it’s time to start using data-driven keyword research to get your business in front of the right audience.

In this AI in Action episode of Tech Savvy 101, I’m walking you through a live demo of Ubers...

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Episode #124: How to Use AI-Powered Email Sequences to Boost Sales 24/7

Your content might be amazing… but if you’re not following up, you’re leaving money on the table.

A potential customer lands on your website, reads your content, and thinks, This is exactly what I need!

But then… nothing. No follow-up. No next step. No sale.

This is where so many business owners lose potential revenue. But today, we’re fixing that.

In this episode o...

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Episode #123: [AI in Action] Headline Hacks – The AI Tool That Helps You Skyrocket Engagement & SEO

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If your content isn’t getting clicks, it’s not your content… it’s your headlines.

Did you know 80% of people read headlines, but only 20% actually click? That means your headlines have one job: grab attention and make people want more.

So, how do you write headlines that stop the scroll, boost engagement...

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Episode #122: SEO Made Simple – How to Get Found on Google Without Being an Expert

If you’ve ever felt like SEO is too complicated, too technical, or just one more thing on your never-ending to-do list, this episode is for you.

Your dream clients are searching for what you offer right now. But if your content isn’t optimized for search, they might never find you. The good news? You don’t need to be an SEO expert to start ranking on G...

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Episode #121: [AI in Action] ChatGPT vs. Custom GPT: The Secret to Faster, Better Results

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If you’ve ever felt frustrated tweaking AI-generated content over and over... there’s a better way!!

Typing out new prompts every time you use ChatGPT is fine… until you realize you’re wasting time rewriting instructions, adjusting tones, and re-explaining the same things over and over.

Enter: Custom GPTs.

In...

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Episode #120: Custom GPTs 101: How AI Assistants Can Save You Hours Every Week

What if you could create your own AI assistant, designed specifically for your business? 

A Custom GPT is like having a virtual team member that understands your brand voice, automates repetitive tasks, and helps you scale without burnout.

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101, we’re diving into Custom GPTs: what they are, how they work, and how you can create ...

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