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== gpt-4o ==
=== User: Create a plan for me to get AI training to make me more productive. ===
Create a plan for me to get AI training to make me more productive.

=== Assistant: Here’s a practical, forward-looking plan to get you AI training focused on productivity enhancement, tailored to someon… ===
Here’s a practical, forward-looking plan to get you AI training focused on productivity enhancement, tailored to someone like you with federal service, analytical duties, and creative interests:

==== Timeframe: 90 days (with ongoing learning) ====
Focus Areas:
* Automation of repetitive tasks (e.g., data entry, summarization)
* AI-assisted writing & documentation
* Prompt engineering
* Tool integration (Excel, Google Sheets, Notion, Zapier, etc.)
* ChatGPT & other GenAI use cases in real-world workflows

===== #### =====
* Understand what AI can (and can’t) do
* Get familiar with core tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini)

====== - Enroll in a beginner AI course: - DeepLearning.AI: ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Beginners (Free) - Alternative: Google’s AI Essentials ======
* Follow a productivity YouTuber focused on AI: - Thomas Frank, Ali Abdaal, or BetterCreating
* Set up your toolkit: - Install/subscribe to: ChatGPT, Notion AI, Copilot (if using MS Office), Google Bard/Gemini - Organize a “Productivity Stack” doc to list use cases (e.g., email drafting, report generation, form filling)

===== #### =====
* Automate basic repetitive tasks
* Create custom prompts and workflows

====== - Prompt engineering practice: - Create prompt templates for: - “Summarize this email chain” - “Generate a weekly work report” - “Explain this IRS policy in plain language” ======
* Automate routine admin tasks: - Use Zapier + ChatGPT to: - Auto-format meeting notes → email draft - Convert form responses into summaries - Use Notion AI to auto-generate task lists from text
* Optional: Join a cohort-based course like a16z’s AI Fundamentals for Everyone or Domestika's AI for Productivity

===== #### =====
* Apply tools to your IRS/analytical/policy tasks
* Train others or document your workflows

====== - Learn Python for automation (optional but valuable) - Harvard CS50P or Automate the Boring Stuff ======
* Create macros with AI tools (Excel/Sheets Copilot): - Automate data cleanup, reconciliation, etc.
* Start a personal productivity knowledge base: - Use Notion or Obsidian to capture: - Prompt libraries - Workflow maps - Time-saved estimates

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* Get official recognition
* Showcase your productivity skills

====== - Get certified: - OpenAI’s Prompt Engineering certificate - Microsoft’s AI Productivity Professional badge (coming soon) ======
* Post about your learning journey: - Write a LinkedIn post showing: - Tools mastered - Tasks now automated - Before/after time savings
* Optional: Build a personal GPT or AI tool with OpenAI’s GPT Builder

===== #### =====
* Subscribing to “The Rundown AI” or “Ben’s Bites” newsletters
* Continuing projects using AI to: - Analyze policy impacts - Automate reports - Support public engagement/education

Would you like me to build this into a visual roadmap, or tailor it more to IRS/federal compliance environments or creative work?

=== User: Tailor this response to creative work and build a visual roadmap. ===
Tailor this response to creative work and build a visual roadmap.

=== Assistant: Here’s your tailored 90-day AI for Creative Productivity roadmap—visually organized into five phases. ===
Here’s your tailored 90-day AI for Creative Productivity roadmap—visually organized into five phases. Each stage helps you harness AI to boost writing, visual storytelling, and content creation. You can use this roadmap to guide your progress as you experiment with tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, DALL·E, and Runway.

Would you like a printable or editable version of this roadmap, or an interactive Notion/Google Doc tracker to go with it?

=== User: I just registered to take Austin Community College's Problem Solving with AI Section: MC0015-001-225U | Online | June 9… ===
I just registered to take Austin Community College's Problem Solving with AI Section: MC0015-001-225U | Online | June 9 - July 14. Would this be a good part of the plan?

https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/microcredentials/

=== Assistant: Absolutely, enrolling in Austin Community College's Problem Solving with AI microcredential Section: MC0015-001-225U | … ===
Absolutely, enrolling in Austin Community College's Problem Solving with AI microcredential (Section: MC0015-001-225U | Online | June 9 – July 14) is a strategic addition to your AI productivity roadmap, especially with your focus on creative work.

===== 1. Comprehensive AI Foundations =====

This microcredential offers a solid introduction to AI, covering:
* The history and categories of AI
* Machine learning fundamentals, including supervised and unsupervised learning
* Applications of AI in various industries and daily life
* Principles of Generative AI, its models, techniques, and applications
* Ethical considerations and societal impacts of AIGuidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/problem-solving-with-a-i/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>

These topics will deepen your understanding of AI's capabilities and limitations, enabling you to apply AI tools more effectively in your creative endeavors. 
# Practical, Hands-On Learning

The course includes interactive modules and real-world case studies, allowing you to engage with AI tools directly. This hands-on approach is invaluable for integrating AI into your creative workflows, such as:
* Automating repetitive tasks
* Enhancing content creation processes
* Developing innovative solutions to creative challengesGuidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/category/microcredentials/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>ACC Facstaff Infohub<ref>{{cite web|title=ACC Facstaff Infohub|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/problem-solving-with-a-i/|publisher=ACC Facstaff Infohub|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>
# Flexible and Supportive Structure

Designed to be completed in approximately 20–26 hours over five weeks, the course is self-paced and online, providing flexibility to fit your schedule. Additionally, you'll have access to a dedicated Digital Navigator for support and feedback throughout the course. Guidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/registration/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>Guidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/systems-thinking/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>
# Credential Recognition

Upon successful completion (achieving 80% or above), you'll earn a portable digital badge. This credential can be showcased on platforms like LinkedIn, demonstrating your proficiency in AI problem-solving to potential employers or collaborators. Guidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/systems-thinking/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>Guidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>

===== Incorporating this microcredential into your existing AI learning plan can be highly beneficial. Here's how it aligns with your roadmap:Guidelines and Technical Tutorials<ref>{{cite web|title=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|url=https://sites.austincc.edu/digital-fluency/problem-solving-with-a-i/|publisher=Guidelines and Technical Tutorials|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref> =====
* Phase 1: Foundation (Weeks 1–3) - The course's foundational AI concepts complement your initial learning phase, reinforcing your understanding of AI tools and their applications.
* Phase 2: Workflow Integration (Weeks 4–6) - Practical exercises in the course can directly inform your efforts to integrate AI into your creative workflows, such as using AI for content generation or task automation.
* Phase 3: Skill Expansion (Weeks 7–10) - Insights gained from the course can inspire advanced applications of AI in your creative projects, like developing personalized AI tools or exploring new AI-driven creative techniques.
* Phase 4: Certification + Showcase (Weeks 11–12) - The digital badge earned from the course adds to your portfolio of AI credentials, enhancing your professional profile and credibility in the field.

===== - Prepare for the Course Start on June 9 - Ensure you have the necessary resources and schedule time to engage with the course materials. =====
* Leverage Course Learnings in Real-Time - Apply concepts and tools from the course directly to your creative projects, reinforcing your learning through practical application.
* Document Your Progress - Keep a record of how you're integrating AI into your workflows, noting successes and areas for improvement. This documentation can be valuable for future reference and for showcasing your skills.

If you'd like assistance in creating a customized study plan to align this course with your creative projects, or if you need help integrating the course content into your existing AI productivity roadmap, feel free to ask!

=== User: Transform this plan into summary for my resume. ===
Transform this plan into summary for my resume.

=== Assistant: Got it — here’s how to transform this AI training plan into a sharp, resume-ready summary, highlighting your initiative… ===
Got it — here’s how to transform this AI training plan into a sharp, resume-ready summary, highlighting your initiative and alignment with creative productivity:

Resume Summary Line (Professional Development Section)

: 

OR, expanded version for a “Professional Development” bullet:

: 

If you want it in a “Certifications & Ongoing Learning” section:

: 

Key points:
✅ Highlights your initiative and planning
✅ Names the credential + timeframe
✅ Emphasizes creative and practical AI use
✅ Uses clear, quantifiable language

If you’d like, I can adapt this for your LinkedIn, USAJobs resume, or turn it into a punchy one-liner for your Professional Summary — just say the word.

=== User: Create 2 adaptation. ===
Create 2 adaptation. One for my LinkedIn and another for my USAJobs resume.

=== Assistant: Excellent — here’s how to adapt your AI training plan into two targeted versions, each matching the style and expectati… ===
Excellent — here’s how to adapt your AI training plan into two targeted versions, each matching the style and expectations of LinkedIn and USAJobs.

==== Where to use it: About section, Featured Skills, or a Professional Development snippet. ====

Example:

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Tone: Forward-looking, conversational, value-driven — shows initiative and practical application.

==== Where to use it: Professional Development or Additional Training section — factual, concise, aligned with federal resume style. ====

Example:

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Tone: Formal, clear, focused on training content and job-relevant skills — suitable for automated resume parsing and human review.

==== - LinkedIn: Emphasizes personal initiative + future goals → good for networking and showcasing your mindset. ====
* USAJobs: Emphasizes training specifics + relevance to duties → good for HR reviewers and keyword scanning.

If you want, I can plug these directly into a full resume draft, a LinkedIn About section, or help you shape a matching bullet point for your federal Duties/Responsibilities — just say “Yes, do it.”

=== User: Yes, do it. ===
Yes, do it.

=== Assistant: Perfect — here’s exactly how you can plug these AI training highlights into your LinkedIn About, LinkedIn Experience, U… ===
Perfect — here’s exactly how you can plug these AI training highlights into your LinkedIn About, LinkedIn Experience, USAJobs resume, and USAJobs Duties/Responsibilities — all ready to drop in.

==== Here’s how to weave it naturally into your About summary: ====

About

: 

: 

==== If you want to show this under a current or recent job: ====

: 

==== Add a dedicated training entry: ====

: 

==== Here’s how to embed it directly under a Current Position or Additional Experience to show ongoing development: ====

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==== ✔️ LinkedIn — slightly conversational, show your voice and motivation. ====
✔️ USAJobs — straightforward, keyword-rich, shows training → application → relevance.
✔️ Put these in Professional Development, Training, or Additional Information if your federal resume has those sections.

If you’d like, I can drop this into a full USAJobs resume template for you right now — or generate a polished LinkedIn About + Headline + Experience block for you to copy-paste.
Say “Yes, build it all” and I’ll package it, ready to go.

=== User: A North Star statement is a personal compass for career navigation. ===
A North Star statement is a personal compass for career navigation. It's a clear, concise statement that encapsulates your overarching career goals, values, and the impact you want to make. Your North Star is the “why” behind your journey and is directly connected to how you want to use your strengths and abilities. It also reflects your career priorities. Why is identifying your North Star important? It keeps you grounded and helps you stay true to your bigger goals, even when things feel uncertain. It is okay to take detours in following your North Star. Based on the chat titled "AI training for career transition" create a North Star statement for me.

=== Assistant: Excellent — let’s anchor all the pieces we’ve discussed about your AI training, creative productivity, public service m… ===
Excellent — let’s anchor all the pieces we’ve discussed about your AI training, creative productivity, public service mindset, and forward-thinking approach into a clear North Star statement for your career.

Here’s one that captures your “why”, your direction, and your core values:

==== : ====

===== ✅ It grounds you in impact — using AI to amplify, simplify, make accessible =====
✅ It reflects your public service and advocacy DNA
✅ It includes your creative side — storytelling, imagination
✅ It shows your commitment to continuous learning and adaptability — exactly what your 90-day roadmap and microcredential reflect
✅ It’s flexible — whether you stay in government, shift to workforce development, or lean fully into creative tech, it stays relevant.

If you’d like, I can craft a short version for your email signature, LinkedIn headline, or resume tagline. Want it?

=== User: Find all upcoming events for this website at https://austin-ai.org/events/ and import them into my Google calendar at h… ===
Find all upcoming events for this website at https://austin-ai.org/events/ and import them into my Google calendar at https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/1?cid=MDJjZjI5MDgxN2U0MDY4MzNmNzJhMDkyMGI5YmFmMDE4NGU2ZjlhMTJjZmY0YjczOTRlOTkyM2RhMGE2MDZkYkBncm91cC5jYWxlbmRhci5nb29nbGUuY29t

=== Assistant: Here are the upcoming events from Austin AI Alliance that you can easily add to your Google Calendar: ===
Here are the '''upcoming events''' from Austin AI Alliance that you can easily add to your Google Calendar:

===== #### =====

🗓 July 11, 2025 • 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Hanover Republic Square, 303 W 5th St, Austin, TX
A panel-style event with global tech entrepreneurs on cybersecurity and identity protection. Registration closes July 8 austin-ai.org<ref>{{cite web|title=austin-ai.org|url=https://austin-ai.org/events/|publisher=austin-ai.org|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>.

====== 🗓 July 16, 2025 • 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM ======
📍 Capitol Factory, 701 Brazos St, Austin, TX
A meetup for developers featuring tech talks, workshops, and hands-on labs about generative AI. Register via the event website austin-ai.org<ref>{{cite web|title=austin-ai.org|url=https://austin-ai.org/events/|publisher=austin-ai.org|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>.

====== 🗓 July 23, 2025 • 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM ======
📍 The Center for Government & Civic Service (ACC Rio Grande)
Networking and discussions focused on advancing AI’s impact in Austin. Open to organizations and individuals austin-ai.org<ref>{{cite web|title=austin-ai.org|url=https://austin-ai.org/events/|publisher=austin-ai.org|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>.

====== 🗓 August 4–6, 2025 ======
📍 Austin Community College Rio Grande Campus
An in‑person, 3-day intensive featuring case studies, hands-on workshops, and insights from AI experts. $450 per ticket—limited availability austin-ai.org<ref>{{cite web|title=austin-ai.org|url=https://austin-ai.org/events/|publisher=austin-ai.org|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>.

====== 🗓 August 15, 2025 ======
📍 Austin, TX
A full-day expo showcasing the latest in AI trends, tools, and industry innovation .

====== 🗓 September 25, 2025 • 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM ======
📍 Austin, TX
A forum exploring the professional and practical applications of generative AI across industries austin-ai.org<ref>{{cite web|title=austin-ai.org|url=https://austin-ai.org/events/|publisher=austin-ai.org|access-date=2025-11-14}}</ref>.

===== Austin AI Alliance supports direct calendar exports and subscriptions. Follow these steps: =====
# Go to the Events page: austin-ai.org/events/
# Click Google Calendar under “Subscribe to calendar” to add all events directly.
# Alternatively, download the .ics file and then: - In Google Calendar, click Settings → Import & export. - Choose the .ics file and select your calendar to import.

This will automatically schedule all upcoming events on your calendar. You can also manually add any specific events using the details above.

Let me know if you’d like help customizing reminders (e.g., prep 2 days prior), creating a shared calendar invite for collaborators, or integrating these events into Notion or Outlook.

=== User: How can AI help me on LinkedIn? ===
How can AI help me on LinkedIn?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlwebb/

=== Assistant: AI can significantly boost your impact on LinkedIn — especially with your background in public service, creative work, … ===
AI can significantly boost your impact on LinkedIn — especially with your background in public service, creative work, and career transition into AI. Based on your profile at linkedin.com/in/carlwebb, here’s a personalized breakdown of how AI can help you:

==== 🚀 Top 7 Ways AI Can Help You on LinkedIn ====

===== 1. Optimize Your Profile for Search & Engagement =====

Use AI tools (like ChatGPT or Resume Worded) to:
* Improve your headline to include target keywords like “AI-driven content creator” or “Federal Tech Innovator”
* Rewrite your About section with a compelling narrative (based on your North Star)
* Tailor each job description to highlight achievements + impact

: ✅ Need help? I can rewrite these sections based on your current resume, training, and goals.

===== 2. Generate Posts that Build Authority =====

Use AI to:
* Draft weekly content about your AI learning journey (e.g. “Week 3 of my 90-day AI roadmap — here’s what I’ve learned using Midjourney for storyboarding…”)
* Turn your IRS/public service experience into LinkedIn-native storytelling posts
* Generate carousel posts summarizing AI tips or creative tools you’re testing

: ✅ Great for growing a following in AI, tech, or civic innovation spaces.

===== 3. Create a Personal AI-Powered Content Calendar =====
* Use ChatGPT to brainstorm and schedule 1–2 posts per week around: - AI training updates - Use cases from your work - Spotlight on union or advocacy work tied to tech
* Repurpose the same content for Twitter, Threads, or Medium

===== 4. Draft Custom Connection Requests and Messages =====

Use AI to:
* Write personalized intros for networking with people in AI, creative tech, or workforce development
* Automate “thank you” messages, follow-ups, and informational interview asks
* Create outreach templates for Healthcare for All Texas, unions, or job leads

: Example AI-generated opener:
: “Hi [Name], I noticed your work intersects AI and public policy — I’m currently transitioning into AI-driven workforce and advocacy solutions. Would love to connect and learn more about your work!”

===== 5. Analyze Job Descriptions & Tailor Your Profile =====
* Paste any AI or civic tech job description into ChatGPT and ask: - “What are the top skills in this posting?” - “How can I tailor my LinkedIn experience to align with this?”
* Then use that to tweak your profile, even temporarily, to match your next target role

===== 6. Build an AI-Enhanced Portfolio Section =====

Use tools like:
* Notion AI to build a visual portfolio of your projects
* Scribe AI to auto-document your workflows
* Decktopus to create pitch decks or case study summaries for your AI journey

You can link these directly in your “Featured” section on LinkedIn.

===== 7. Train Your Own Personal GPT =====

Use Custom GPTs from OpenAI to:
* Help you write smarter LinkedIn posts based on your voice
* Recommend content ideas weekly based on your goals
* Summarize trends in AI for you to discuss in posts

==== 📌 Pro Tip: AI-Boosted LinkedIn Routine (1 hour/week) ====

| Task                          | Tool                   | Time |
| ----------------------------- | ---------------------- | ---- |
| Write a weekly post           | ChatGPT                | 15m  |
| Connect with 3 new people     | AI draft + edit        | 15m  |
| Comment on 5 AI-related posts | None or AI suggestion  | 10m  |
| Update profile every 2 weeks  | Resume Worded, ChatGPT | 20m  |

==== Want Me To… ====

✅ Rewrite your LinkedIn headline + About
✅ Generate 3 personalized LinkedIn post ideas
✅ Create AI-generated connection message templates

Just say “Yes, give me the LinkedIn kit.”

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