The next BUSINESS BITES block of courses is in BLENHEIM on 9 October at the Scenic Circle Hotel. The four two-hour modules for the day include Business Continuity and Risk, A.I. for Business Productivity, Governance 101 and Strategy 101. We are once again offering our koha (Pay what you think it’s worth) model. Come to one or all the modules. Booking are essential.
NEW INTRODUCTORY AI 2-Hour Micro-Courses
Contact us for Course Options and next Dates/Locations – Attend one or both courses.
8.30 – 10.30am: AI FOR THE TERRIFIED 👉 Walk in worried. Walk out confident.
Who it’s for: Anyone who feels anxious about AI, thinks it’s too technical or just doesn’t know where to start.
Course Overview:
AI doesn’t have to be scary. This session is your first safe step into understanding what AI is — and what it isn’t. We’ll strip away the jargon, show simple, real-world examples, and help you build confidence without pressure.
What you’ll learn:
- What AI really means (in plain English).
- Everyday uses that make life easier.
- How to stay safe and in control.
- Confidence, not code.
11am – 1pm: AI FOR THE CURIOUS 👉 From dabbling to doing — make AI work for you.
Who it’s for: Anyone who has tried ChatGPT or similar tools and wants to use them better, smarter, and with real purpose.
Course Overview:
If you’ve already played around with AI, this course helps you take the next step. Learn how to write better prompts, explore new tools and understand how AI can support your work, creativity and decision-making.
What you’ll learn:
- Prompt-writing that actually works.
- How to spot the best AI tools for your needs.
- Using AI to save time and spark ideas.
- How to avoid the common pitfalls.
“[The workshop] encouraged me to further engagement on boards and opened my mind to further reading” – June 2022 attendee
“Open, approachable presenters – felt comfortable asking questions” – June 2022 attendee
“Simon and Heather are both very knowledgeable and great to learn from” – November 2023 attendee
“Mock/Real scenarios were a great way to learn – great practice, especially the merger and festival scenarios” November 2023 attendee