"We're all human, and being human means we're biased and we make mistakes and we fail. For that matter, being a thinking thing, including any kind of machine learning in any relevant domain also means it's biased and it has failure.” Dr. Vivienne Ming, Professional Mad Scientist, Co-Founder & CEO Socos Labs

Introduction

Do you have a small business and want to grow faster? Then it's time to use AI! Today, I'm going to show you easy ways that AI can help your business grow. Don't worry if you aren't tech-savvy—I'll keep it simple.

Step 1: Get on Google

The first thing you want to do is set up a Google Business Profile. This is like a page that helps people find your business on Google Maps or in search results. When people are driving through your town or looking online for something you sell, they'll find you!

AI tools like ChatGPT or Google's AI can help you fill out your profile. They can write descriptions for you and find the right keywords. This makes it easier for people to find you online.

Step 2: Make a Website

If you don’t have a website yet, AI can help you make one. You can use AI tools to write the text on your site, making it sound professional. It’s okay if you can’t afford a fancy designer—AI can help you get started without needing a lot of money.

Having a website helps customers learn more about you and your products. It's like a digital store that’s always open! After running a Google Business Profile for 3 to 6 months, it’s a great idea to get a website up and running to build your online presence.

Step 3: Think About Special Offers

AI can also help you come up with cool offers to attract customers. For example, do you sell crystals? Maybe you could add scented holders for the crystals, like my friend did. This way, when customers need refills for the scent, they come back to you. AI can brainstorm these kinds of ideas with you, making it easy to think of new ways to get people excited about what you sell.

Step 4: Use a Special AI Assistant

There are some pre-made AI helpers called GPTs that can give you step-by-step plans for your business. They can tell you exactly what to do for the next two weeks to improve your business. This means you don’t have to figure everything out by yourself.

You can even use GPTs to help with things like making social media posts, planning events, or running ads. You’d normally have to pay someone a lot of money to help with this, but AI can do it for free or for just $20 a month.

Why AI Helps Your Business Grow Faster

AI is like having a helper who never gets tired. It can write, plan, and even suggest ideas for you, so you don’t have to spend so much time figuring things out. Instead, you can spend more time running your business and helping your customers.

If you haven’t tried AI yet, now is a great time. Start small—maybe just use it to write a post for social media or make a description for your products. As you get more comfortable, you’ll see all the ways AI can make your business grow.

Ready to Get Started?

Using AI might sound complicated, but it’s easier than you think. Start with a Google Business Profile, make a simple website, and use AI to think of offers that will keep customers coming back. These small steps can make a big difference!

If you have questions or want to learn more about using AI for your business, keep an eye on our page—we have lots of tips to share. Remember, using AI is like adding a super-smart helper to your team, and who wouldn’t want that?

Let’s grow together in 2025!