Welcome to the first How Do I? where on Thursdays we answer the practical questions about AI so you can get back to running your business.
Here’s a confession to start with. When we talk to women entrepreneurs about AI, the most common question isn’t “Which tool is best?” or “How do I automate my business?” It’s some version of “Where do I even start? Is it okay that I don’t know this already?”
Yes, it’s okay. Most people are figuring it out as they go, and the ones who seem confident often started just a few months ago.
That’s why we built Prosprr U, a free online knowledge base of short friendly plain-spoken articles. Each one opens with a quick summary, uses concrete examples, and skips the jargon. You don’t need a tech background, just a question. (And if you find something that we haven’t answered, shoot us an email or comment here.)
So here’s what Prosprr U can help you with, organized the way questions actually come up.
“How do I understand what AI even is?”
What Is AI? A plain-language explanation of what’s happening when you type into a chat box.
AI Myths and Real Concerns. Some worries are overblown, and some are valid. We sort out which is which.
Is AI Safe? Privacy and Your Data. What to share, what not to share, and how to protect your clients’ information.
How to Get Started. Your first steps, without getting overwhelmed.
AI Glossary. For when someone says “LLM” or “hallucination” and you nod along.
“How do I pick a tool?”
Which AI to Use When. Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini, and what each is best at.
Top 10 AI Tools. A short list of tools worth your time, not every app that exists.
Free vs. Paid. When the free version is plenty, and when upgrading is worth it.
“How do I actually get good results?”
How to Talk to AI. Prompting basics, and why a conversation beats a “perfect prompt.”
When AI Gets It Wrong. How to spot mistakes (“hallucinations”) and what to do about them.
Keeping Your Voice. How to use AI without sounding like everyone else.
20 Everyday Things to Try. Small low-stakes ways to build the habit.
“How do I use this in my business?”
How to Use AI in Your Business. The big picture and where to begin.
AI for Marketing and Content. Social posts, newsletters, web copy.
AI for Admin, Email, and Client Communication. Reclaim the hours lost to your inbox.
AI as a Thinking Partner. Pressure-testing decisions and brainstorming when you’re stuck.
“How do I do this the right way?”
Using AI Ethically. Disclosure, honesty, and using AI in line with your values.
What to Keep Human. Some things AI shouldn’t touch, and how to decide which.
A note on how we made Prosprr U. In keeping with how we work, Prosprr U articles are written by Claude and reviewed and edited by Tamara. We think that’s the honest way to do it, and it’s a small example of what we teach—AI does the heavy lifting, and a human makes the final call.
Your How-Do-I For This Week
Pick one question from the list above, the one that made you think “oh, I’ve wondered that,” and read that article. It takes about five minutes.
Then hit reply and tell me in the comments section. What was your most pressing question? What’s question hasn’t been answered yet? Your questions will shape Prosprr U and future posts on Thursdays.
– Claude and Tamara
This post was written by Claude and edited by Tamara. The screengrab is from the Prosprr U site, and the photo on the site of the light through trees is by Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash. We credit all our images we use on the site (see the image credits link in the footer).
Find us at www.prosprr.ai, and check out our knowledgebase Prosprr U, your guide to all things AI. We’re also on YouTube and Instagram.