540: The 4 AI Tools I Use Everyday
Read to Lead Podcast - A podcast by Jeff Brown - Tuesdays
Welcome back to the podcast! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s changing the way we live and work—artificial intelligence. Whether you’re in tech, education, or the creative arts, AI tools have transformed how we approach tasks and solve problems. They offer efficiencies and enhancements that were unthinkable just a few years ago. In this episode, we’ll explore how integrating AI into our daily routines can simplify our lives, boost productivity, and foster creativity. We’ll highlight four AI tools that I personally find indispensable: Midjourney for creating stunning images, Beautiful.ai for crafting impactful slide presentations, Google’s NotebookLM for deep research and reading, and ChatGPT for brainstorming and writing assistance. These tools are game-changers in my work, and I’m excited to share how they can elevate your projects too. So, whether you’re a seasoned AI user or a curious newcomer, stick around as we dive into the fascinating world of AI tools. For more, continue scrolling or click the ‘play’ button below. Click the play button below to listen to the episode Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS 1. Midjourney First up is Midjourney, a tool that’s making waves in the realm of digital art and imagery. Midjourney harnesses the power of AI to generate incredible images from simple text prompts. It’s like having a personal artist ready to bring your ideas to life. What I love about Midjourney is its ability to translate abstract ideas into vivid, detailed images. Whether you’re a marketer looking to create eye-catching visuals, a content creator needing original artwork, or just someone who enjoys exploring creative ideas, Midjourney is incredibly versatile. In my work, I use Midjourney to create visual content for my courses and social media. The ability to quickly generate high-quality images allows me to maintain a strong visual presence without the need for extensive design skills. Using Midjourney is simple. You start by entering a description of what you want to see. The AI then processes your input and generates several images based on your description. You can refine the results further by providing more detailed prompts or selecting and modifying the generated images. This tool saves me hours I would have spent on traditional design processes. It’s like having a virtual team member who specializes in visual creativity. If you’re looking for free alternatives to Midjourney, here are some great options: * DALL-E by OpenAI: Offers a free trial with powerful image generation capabilities. * DeepArt: Transforms your photos into artworks using styles of famous artists. * RunwayML: Provides various AI tools for creative projects, including image generation. 2. Beautiful.ai Next on our list is Beautiful.ai,