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Unique Ways to Use AI (That Aren’t Just “Write My Email”)

Unique Ways to Use AI (That Aren’t Just “Write My Email”)

Most people use AI like they use a microwave: quick, convenient, and only when they’re hungry.  Although with AI, if you quickly put something in the chat box, hit the button, and instead of getting a hot meal, you get lukewarm, meh results.

If you’re only asking ChatGPT to write a social post or spit out a cold email… you’re missing the real magic –>

Custom GPTs—your personalized, AI-powered sidekick trained on you.

Custom GPT’s help you ditch the microwave type of AI-usage, and lean into fully trained (by you) bots that create results that impress:

  • Less mental clutter
  • More creative flow
  • A voice that sounds like you, not an AI  bot

Here are a few of the unexpected ways I’m using custom GPTs (and how you can too):

1. The Confidence Whisperer

Ever wish you had someone to talk you off the ledge before a big presentation? Or mid-networking spiral? I trained a GPT to remind me who I am when I’m not spiraling.

It pulls in my values, my wins, my goals, and yes—my tendency to Canadian-apologize for existing.  It channels grace-led therapy, coupled with my badass future self audacious goal-slayer.

2. Your Inner Editor (Without the Ego)

Custom GPTs can learn your voice quirks (like how I hate the phrase “Let’s be honest”) and help you punch up posts or emails without washing out your personality.

It becomes your favorite editor, minus the red pen and guilt-laden drama.

3. Personal Hype Coach

Sometimes you don’t need strategy. You need someone (or something) to say “you’ve got this.”

Train your GPT with your testimonials, accomplishments, even affirmations. Next time imposter syndrome shows up? Boom. Instant pep talk.

4. Brand Brain on Demand

Forget flipping through old docs. Your GPT can remember your positioning statements, audience pain points, content pillars—and help you brainstorm or outline ideas without the rabbit holes.

5. Accountability Buddy

Custom GPTs can help you set goals, track habits, even coach you through resistance with prompts that sound like your favorite mentor (or your therapist… just saying).

How to Build Your Own Custom GPT (It’s Easier Than You Think)

Want your own AI hype human (minus the human)? Here’s how to get started with a custom GPT inside ChatGPT:

  1. Go to “Explore GPTs”

    In the ChatGPT interface (Pro account required), look for the “Explore GPTs” tab on the left-hand sidebar. This is where the magic lives.

  2. Click “Create”

    Follow the prompts to start building your GPT. You’ll be asked questions like:

    • What do you want this GPT to do?
    • What kind of tone should it use?
    • What should it avoid saying?

  3. Feed it your brain

    You can upload brand guides, bios, LinkedIn posts, testimonials—whatever makes your voice yours. The more relevant context you give it, the better it mirrors your magic.

  4. Test and tweak

    Give it a few trial runs. Ask it to write a pep talk, outline a blog, or help you prep for a client call. If it sounds like a corporate ghostwriter, adjust its instructions.

  5. Name it something fun

    My AI therapist is called “Badass Leanne.” Because why not?

Folks, AI isn’t about outsourcing your thinking. It’s about upgrading your support system.  You’re putting in the time, to save you time, and getting results that are on point.

To making it all about you,
 Leanne

PS – My December 16th workshop, “AI & Thought Leadership for Introverts,” will walk you through how to train your own custom GPTs like these. Go to www.leannecalderwood.com/workshop to learn more!

 

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