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Let’s skip the buzzwords.

AI isn’t just for techies or giant companies — it’s for people who want to spend less time on boring admin and more time on what actually matters.

Here are 7 practical, real-life ways you can use AI (like ChatGPT or Claude) this week — whether you run a business, manage a household, or just want to reclaim a bit of headspace.

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1. Draft emails faster

Tell ChatGPT the context and let it write the rough draft. You tweak it. Job done.

Example:

“Write a friendly but professional reply to a client who missed our last meeting and wants to reschedule.”

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2. Create to-do lists in seconds

Struggling to organise your day? Ask for a to-do list based on your priorities.

Try:

“I’ve got 4 hours today to do deep work, email follow-ups, and prep dinner. Help me break it up.”

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3. Summarise long content instantly

Paste in a long article, report, or blog — and get the key points without the fluff.

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4. Get quick research help

Want to know the best software for invoicing, how to cook tofu properly, or how NFTs work? Ask it. Skip the Googling rabbit hole.

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5. Write social posts or ads

Give it the basics (offer, tone, and audience), and it’ll spit out five rough options you can choose from.

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6. Plan meals or events

From weekly meal preps to birthday parties — AI can help you plan it, shop for it, and even send the invites.

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7. Use it as a second brain

Got a half-formed idea? A draft you’re stuck on? Throw it into ChatGPT. It’s brilliant for unblocking creative or mental clutter.

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Bonus: Learn while you work

The best bit? You’re learning as you go. No courses or jargon — just small, helpful wins that build your confidence.

Want a walkthrough?

The Magnum AI Foundations course shows you how to apply all of this to your job, business, or life. No tech skills required. Just time saved.g soon!