Top 10 Things to Know to Drive Your AI Journey Forward in 2026

1) Using Voice

What: AI voice features enable hands-free interaction with AI tools through natural language conversation, voice commands, and real-time audio responses.

Why: Voice interfaces reduce response times, enable 24/7 availability, and make AI more accessible for multitasking professionals who prefer verbal communication over typing. This is particularly powerful for ADHD-friendly workflows where speaking feels more natural than writing.

Example: Use voice with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Perplexity to draft a LinkedIn post while you walk: speak your rough ideas, let the model structure them, then ask it to tighten the copy for a carousel.

2) AI Search

What: AI-powered search engines that understand context, synthesise information from multiple sources, and provide direct answers rather than just links. It simply shows in google now.

Why: Traditional search requires sifting through multiple pages, whilst AI search delivers researched, contextual answers instantly, saving hours of information gathering for busy entrepreneurs.

Example: Use AI search in google to research something related to your job or business. Eg “Find me X topics in this X industry to achieve X result”

3) Image & Video Creation

What: AI tools that generate professional images and videos from text descriptions, enabling multi-modal content creation without design skills.

Why: Create social media content, marketing materials, and presentation visuals in seconds rather than days, dramatically reducing content production costs and eliminating dependence on designers.

Example: Turn your recent Linked In post into a 30‑second vertical video by feeding the key points into an AI video tool, then generate a matching thumbnail image for LinkedIn and YouTube. I use Gemini- VO3. OR use Nano Banana via gemini to turn the content into an infographic

4) Agent Mode

What: AI systems that can autonomously plan, execute, and complete multi-step tasks without constant human guidance, acting as proactive digital assistants.

Why: Agent mode transforms AI from reactive (waiting for prompts) to proactive (anticipating needs), handling complex workflows end-to-end whilst you focus on strategic work.

Example: Set up an AI in agent mode to (eg Chat GPT): 1) read your last 10 newsletters, 2) extract themes, 3) draft 5 LinkedIn posts per theme, and 4) organise them into a 30‑day content calendar

5) GenSpark (do you know about it?)

What: An AI platform featuring a "Mixture-of-Agents" architecture that queries multiple AI models (GPT-5, Claude, Gemini) simultaneously and delivers the best output, plus integrated tools for calling, presentations, and multimedia.

Why: Eliminates "LLM ping-pong" between different AI tools, providing comprehensive results from one prompt at a fraction of the cost of multiple subscriptions.

Example: Use GenSpark to explore a new offer idea: ask it to act as a “panel of AI strategists” that critiques your offer, suggests pricing, and drafts a sales page outline in one g

6) Claude Skills

What: Reusable instruction packages that teach Claude specific workflows, brand standards, or processes that it can apply automatically whenever needed.

Why: Stop repeating the same prompts and context in every conversation—create Skills once and Claude applies your organisation's unique processes consistently across all interactions.

Example: Create a “My LinkedIn Voice” Skill that includes your tone, ideal client, and offers, then use it every time you say: “Draft a post about AI agents for overwhelmed founders using my LinkedIn voice.

7) Vibe Coding

What: A programming approach where you describe what you want in natural language and AI generates complete applications, transforming ideas into working prototypes without traditional coding.

Why: Democratises software creation, enabling non-technical founders to validate concepts and build MVPs in hours rather than weeks, accelerating innovation cycles dramatically.

Example: Describe an “X Industry readiness audit” app in natural language (inputs, questions, outputs), then use vibe coding tools to generate a working prototype you can demo in workshops without writing traditional code. MY go to is loveable.dev

8) AI Agents

What: Autonomous AI systems that can execute complex tasks independently, make decisions, and interact with multiple tools and platforms on your behalf.

Why: Free up your team from repetitive workflows by deploying agents that handle everything from data analysis to customer communications, allowing humans to focus on high-value strategic work.

Example : (with Zapier + agent mode + Comet)

• Use agent mode to let an AI plan and prioritise your weekly content tasks.

• Connect that to Zapier so the agent can automatically create Trello/ClickUp tasks, schedule posts, or send drafts to your VA.

• Use an AI agent platform like Comet to orchestrate multiple agents (research, copy, repurposing) so they collaborate on bigger projects, such as launching a new programme.

9) Connectors

What: Integration tools (like Zapier and Make) that connect AI applications to your existing tech stack, enabling automated data flow between systems. PLUS add access to your email, and drive folders for the LLM

Why: Transform standalone AI tools into powerful workflow components, eliminating manual data transfer and creating seamless automations without coding expertise.

MY personal example-

• Connected my email inbox so the AI (chat gpt, claudem perplexity & gemini all have access so they can:

• Connect Google Drive/Docs folders so the AI can:

10) NotebookLM + Repurpose Content

What: Google's AI tool that aggregates multiple content sources (docs, videos, transcripts) and transforms them into different formats through intelligent prompts.

Why: Take one core piece of content and effortlessly repurpose it across multiple channels—turn a video transcript into email sequences, blog posts, or social content, maximising ROI on every piece you create.

Example: Upload a workshop recording, slides, and your sales page into NotebookLM, then ask it to produce: 3 LinkedIn posts, 2 nurture emails, 1 webinar outline, and 10 hook ideas tailored to UK service‑based founders.

Which of these 10 ‘needle moving’ tasks are have you tried or will try?

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