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AI Resources by Phil Gee.
No Jargon. Just Truth.

Plain English guides to help Merseyside business owners make sense of AI — one no-jargon article at a time.

Meta Muse: What Is It and What Should You Expect?
October 2026

Meta Muse: What Is It and What Should You Expect?

Meta's new Muse doesn't just answer questions, it goes off and does things for you. Here's what it is, what it can do, and what to watch out for.

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OpenAI Dots: What Is It and What Should You Expect?
October 2026

OpenAI Dots: What Is It and What Should You Expect?

OpenAI's new Dots are AI agents that live inside ChatGPT and keep working when you're not there. Here's what that means in plain English.

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Why Your Content Needs to Sound Like You, Not Like AI
October 2026

Why Your Content Needs to Sound Like You, Not Like AI

Everyone can now produce content in seconds. That's exactly why the businesses that sound like real people are the ones that will stand out.

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The Future of Website Design in a World of AI
October 2026

The Future of Website Design in a World of AI

You can now describe a website in plain English and have it built in minutes. So is traditional web design finished? My view might surprise you.

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Nano Banana 2: How to Get Great AI Images Without the Jargon
October 2026

Nano Banana 2: How to Get Great AI Images Without the Jargon

AI image tools used to need a secret handshake. Nano Banana 2 doesn't. Here are six simple ways to get brilliant images by just describing what you want.

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Start With One Boring Task: The Easiest Way to Begin With AI
October 2026

Start With One Boring Task: The Easiest Way to Begin With AI

The biggest mistake people make when setting up AI for the first time is trying to do everything at once. Here's the simpler way in.

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Tell Your AI Who You Are (It Makes Every Answer Better)
October 2026

Tell Your AI Who You Are (It Makes Every Answer Better)

If your AI keeps giving you generic answers, the fix is probably five minutes in your settings. Here's what to write.

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Never Accept the First Answer: How to Get Better Results From AI
October 2026

Never Accept the First Answer: How to Get Better Results From AI

If you've ever thought 'AI isn't that good', you may have stopped after the first reply. The magic happens in the follow-ups.

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Let AI Interview You: The Trick for When You Don't Know What to Say
October 2026

Let AI Interview You: The Trick for When You Don't Know What to Say

Blank page syndrome is real. This one prompt turns AI into an interviewer and gives you something far more personal than a generic draft.

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Check Before You Send: Why You Should Never Trust AI Blindly
October 2026

Check Before You Send: Why You Should Never Trust AI Blindly

AI is brilliant, but it isn't perfect. Here's the quick check that protects your reputation.

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What Not to Paste Into AI: A Simple Rule for Staying Safe
October 2026

What Not to Paste Into AI: A Simple Rule for Staying Safe

When you're new to AI it's easy to paste in something you shouldn't. Here's a simple rule that keeps you safe.

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AI Connectors Explained: How Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot Plug Into the Tools You Already Use
September 2026

AI Connectors Explained: How Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot Plug Into the Tools You Already Use

If you've heard the word 'connector' thrown around in AI conversations and nodded along without quite knowing what it means, you're not alone. Here's the plain-English version.

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Why Claude Is the Best AI Tool for Serious Business Writing
September 2026

Why Claude Is the Best AI Tool for Serious Business Writing

If your business lives or dies on the quality of your proposals, emails and reports, there is one AI tool that consistently comes out on top. Here is why it's Claude.

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How Claude Projects Can Run Half Your Business Admin
September 2026

How Claude Projects Can Run Half Your Business Admin

Most people use Claude one chat at a time and start from scratch every time. Claude Projects change that completely — here's how.

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Claude vs Everything Else: Why It's Still My Number One Recommendation in 2026
September 2026

Claude vs Everything Else: Why It's Still My Number One Recommendation in 2026

I've put every major AI tool in front of small business owners over the last two years. Here's why Claude is still the one I recommend most for businesses that live and die on their writing.

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The ICO Is Renaming Itself. Don't Panic — But Don't Ignore the Real Story Either
September 2026

The ICO Is Renaming Itself. Don't Panic — But Don't Ignore the Real Story Either

On 30 September 2026 the ICO becomes the Information Commission. Your legal obligations don't change — but the AI data protection story hiding behind the rename is the bit worth paying attention to.

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AI, GDPR and Your Small Business: What You Actually Need to Know
August 2026

AI, GDPR and Your Small Business: What You Actually Need to Know

If you've started using AI tools or sending outreach emails, you've probably wondered if you're accidentally breaking data protection law. Here is the plain-English version.

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Nobody Starts a Business Dreaming About a Colour Palette. Here's Why You Need One Anyway
August 2026

Nobody Starts a Business Dreaming About a Colour Palette. Here's Why You Need One Anyway

Brand guidelines feel like a 'nice to have, once we're bigger' thing. I thought the same when I started out. Here's why I was wrong, and why it matters most when you're small.

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Why AI in Google Search Changes Everything for Your Business
July 2026

Why AI in Google Search Changes Everything for Your Business

Google doesn't just list websites anymore — it reads them and answers questions itself. Here is what that means for your business and how to stay visible.

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How to Use AI to Make Your Website Work Harder
July 2026

How to Use AI to Make Your Website Work Harder

Your website is your 24/7 salesperson — but most small business websites are underperforming. Here is how AI can fix that without costing you a fortune.

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How to Use AI for Your Social Media Content (Without Sounding Like a Robot)
July 2026

How to Use AI for Your Social Media Content (Without Sounding Like a Robot)

AI can write your social media posts in seconds. But if it sounds like a robot, you are doing it wrong. Here is how to get it right.

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AI for Your Email Marketing: Write Better Emails, Get More Replies
July 2026

AI for Your Email Marketing: Write Better Emails, Get More Replies

Email is still the most underrated marketing tool for small businesses. Here is how AI makes it easy to write emails people actually want to read.

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AI for Your Social Media Ads: Better Targeting, Better Copy, Less Waste
July 2026

AI for Your Social Media Ads: Better Targeting, Better Copy, Less Waste

Most small business ads waste money because the copy is weak and the targeting is vague. AI can fix both — here is how.

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AI for Local SEO: How to Rank Higher on Google Maps
July 2026

AI for Local SEO: How to Rank Higher on Google Maps

The Google Maps top 3 gets most of the clicks. Here is how AI can help you climb into those spots and stay there.

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How to Use AI to Write Blog Posts That Actually Get Read
July 2026

How to Use AI to Write Blog Posts That Actually Get Read

Blogging is one of the best things you can do for your business — and AI makes it easy. Here is how to write posts that get found on Google and read by customers.

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AI for Customer Service: Answer Questions Instantly Without Hiring Staff
July 2026

AI for Customer Service: Answer Questions Instantly Without Hiring Staff

Customers expect instant answers — but you cannot be available 24/7. AI can handle the common questions for you. Here is how to set it up properly.

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AI for Lead Generation: Find More Customers Without Cold Calling
July 2026

AI for Lead Generation: Find More Customers Without Cold Calling

Nobody enjoys cold calling. AI can help you find warm leads instead — and nurture them until they are ready to buy. Here is how.

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AI for Sales Proposals: Write Winning Proposals in Minutes, Not Hours
July 2026

AI for Sales Proposals: Write Winning Proposals in Minutes, Not Hours

Writing proposals is one of the biggest time-drains in small business. AI can turn hours into minutes — and write better proposals than you would manually.

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How to Use AI to Supercharge Your Google Business Profile
July 2026

How to Use AI to Supercharge Your Google Business Profile

Your Google Business Profile is the first thing local customers see. Here is how AI can keep it fresh, optimised, and pulling in enquiries.

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Claude vs Gemini: Which AI Is Right for Your Business?
August 2026

Claude vs Gemini: Which AI Is Right for Your Business?

Claude and Gemini are both brilliant AI tools — but they are built for very different jobs. Here is a plain English breakdown of which one is right for your business.

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Claude vs ChatGPT: A Plain English Comparison for Business Owners
August 2026

Claude vs ChatGPT: A Plain English Comparison for Business Owners

Claude and ChatGPT are the two biggest names in AI. But which one should your business actually use? Here is a plain English breakdown from someone who uses both every day.

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Claude vs Copilot: Which AI Should You Be Using at Work?
August 2026

Claude vs Copilot: Which AI Should You Be Using at Work?

Claude and Copilot both use AI to help you work — but they suit completely different businesses. Here is a plain English guide to which one is right for you.

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AI for Video Content: Create Professional Videos Without a Camera Crew
July 2026

AI for Video Content: Create Professional Videos Without a Camera Crew

Video gets more engagement than any other content — but most small businesses avoid it. AI makes video easy, fast, and affordable. Here is how.

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Why franchising is one of the smartest ways to start a business in 2026
June 2026

Why franchising is one of the smartest ways to start a business in 2026

Starting a business from scratch is one of the hardest things you can do. Franchising flips that on its head — here is why the numbers back it up.

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Why an education and training franchise is different from every other kind
June 2026

Why an education and training franchise is different from every other kind

Not all franchises are the same. A sandwich shop franchise and a training franchise have almost nothing in common except the word franchise.

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Take your love of AI to a whole new level — and get paid for it
June 2026

Take your love of AI to a whole new level — and get paid for it

There is a certain kind of person who, when AI comes up in conversation, cannot help themselves. If that sounds like you, keep reading.

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The AI skills gap is the biggest business opportunity of the decade — here is how to be on the right side of it
June 2026

The AI skills gap is the biggest business opportunity of the decade — here is how to be on the right side of it

Every decade or so, something comes along that changes how business works. We are in one of those periods right now. And this time, the technology is AI.

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What a day in the life of an AI Academy franchisee actually looks like
June 2026

What a day in the life of an AI Academy franchisee actually looks like

One of the questions people ask most often about franchising is a simple one. What does the day actually look like? Not the brochure version — the real version.

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Five reasons why now is exactly the right time to start an AI training business
June 2026

Five reasons why now is exactly the right time to start an AI training business

Timing matters in business. The right idea at the wrong time goes nowhere. Here is why the timing for an AI training business right now is as good as it gets.

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The 7 Things AI Can Actually Do For Your Business (And Why Most People Only Use One)
June 2026

The 7 Things AI Can Actually Do For Your Business (And Why Most People Only Use One)

Most small business owners who start using AI do the same thing — ask a question, get an answer, carry on as before. Here are the 7 things AI can actually do for your business.

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Why I Teach Two AI Tools — and Which One is Right for You
May 2026

Why I Teach Two AI Tools — and Which One is Right for You

I get asked this a lot. Should I use ChatGPT? Gemini? Claude? After teaching AI to small business owners for years, here's my simple answer.

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Finding Your Perfect Customer Without the Headache
May 2026

Finding Your Perfect Customer Without the Headache

Trying to figure out exactly who is going to buy from you can feel like finding a needle in a haystack — while wearing a blindfold. Here's how AI fixes that.

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The AI Heavyweights: Which One Should Power Your Business?
April 2026

The AI Heavyweights: Which One Should Power Your Business?

Choosing an AI is like hiring a new team member — you wouldn't hire a master chef to fix your plumbing. Here's the lay of the land for 2026.

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Stop Wasting Your Windshield Time: How I Build My Business On The Move
April 2026

Stop Wasting Your Windshield Time: How I Build My Business On The Move

Phil Gee on turning driving time, gym time, and dog walks into business strategy sessions using voice AI. Stop wasting your windshield time.

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Your 5-Minute Setup Guide For Gemini | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee
April 2026

Your 5-Minute Setup Guide For Gemini | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee

Stop treating AI like a search engine. Set up Gemini properly in 5 minutes and it'll work for you every single day.

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Why I Pay For Two AI Subscriptions | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee
April 2026

Why I Pay For Two AI Subscriptions | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee

Phil Gee explains why he pays for both Gemini and Claude — and how using them as a tag-team turns a one-man business into an agency.

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Why Google Reviews Are Your Secret Salesman | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee
April 2026

Why Google Reviews Are Your Secret Salesman | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee

Google Reviews aren't just nice to have — they're your hardest-working salesperson. Phil Gee shares how to get more reviews without the awkward ask.

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The Secret Ranking Signal: Google Business Profile Updates | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee
April 2026

The Secret Ranking Signal: Google Business Profile Updates | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee

Your Google Business Profile is probably gathering dust. Phil Gee explains why regular updates are a secret ranking signal — and how to do it in 10 minutes.

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Don't Fear The AI Shift | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee
April 2026

Don't Fear The AI Shift | AI Academy Southport — Phil Gee

Phil Gee on why AI isn't killing jobs — it's changing them. A plain English take from someone who's lived through every marketing shift since 2007.

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ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini: A Plain English Guide for Business Owners
April 2026

ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini: A Plain English Guide for Business Owners

Confused by ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini? Phil Gee breaks down the three big AI tools in plain English, with real examples for small business owners in Merseyside.

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Have You Met Your Digital Twin?
March 20, 2026

Have You Met Your Digital Twin?

Why the future of small business isn't just AI — it's an AI that actually knows you.

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Why I Just Rebuilt the "Engine" of the AI Academy
March 20, 2026

Why I Just Rebuilt the "Engine" of the AI Academy

How automating 12 core processes is giving me 17 hours back every week to focus on YOU.

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Why You Must Go All-In on AI Now
November 21, 2025

Why You Must Go All-In on AI Now

I've seen a lot of changes in the digital world since 2007. But this AI shift is the biggest opportunity of our lifetime.

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STOP DEBATING AI: Why You're Either Winning or Losing in 2026
November 21, 2025

STOP DEBATING AI: Why You're Either Winning or Losing in 2026

What's happening with AI right now is the biggest opportunity we've seen since the internet first hit retail.

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Writing a Business Plan Using AI
October 2025

Writing a Business Plan Using AI

Using Gemini to Draft Your Business Plan — when you're just starting out, writing a formal business plan can feel like climbing Mount Everest.

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The Future of SEO: What Independent Businesses Need to Know About AI
2025

The Future of SEO: What Independent Businesses Need to Know About AI

The world of online search is changing. Here's what AI means for your business visibility and how to stay ahead.

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Top 6 Tips for Using AI in Your Startup Business
2025

Top 6 Tips for Using AI in Your Startup Business

6 fantastic AI tools that can give any startup clear focus, make your life easier, and your workflow much smoother.

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Unleash Your AI Smart Assistant
2025

Unleash Your AI Smart Assistant

What if AI could do more than write a quick post? What if it could think and manage entire sequences of tasks for you?

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Stop Chasing AI "Vibes": Build a Real Social Media Strategy
2025

Stop Chasing AI "Vibes": Build a Real Social Media Strategy

AI on its own won't fix your marketing. What makes the real difference is having a solid system — with AI working as a powerful tool within it.

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Supercharge Your Social Media: Unlock Growth with AI Training
2025

Supercharge Your Social Media: Unlock Growth with AI Training

What if you could achieve better social media results with less effort? AI is revolutionising how businesses approach social media marketing.

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