AI Is Like Hiring an Intern: How SMBs Can Use It Safely

AI Is Like Hiring an Intern: How SMBs Can Use It Safely

Here’s the easiest way to think about AI: it’s an intern. Not a seasoned pro, not a manager — an intern. Eager? Yep. Fast? Sure. Smart in some ways? Absolutely. But also: clueless, unproven, and in desperate need of supervision. If you treat AI like a fully trained...
3 Practical Ways SMBs Can Use AI Today (Without the Hype)

3 Practical Ways SMBs Can Use AI Today (Without the Hype)

AI is everywhere — and if you believe the headlines, it’s either saving the world or destroying it. Neither is true. For small and mid-sized businesses, AI is just another tool. Handy in spots, dangerous in others, and completely overhyped most of the time. So let’s...
What the Right IT Partner Actually Looks Like

What the Right IT Partner Actually Looks Like

After all the red flags we’ve covered, let’s finish strong—with what good looks like. Because the goal isn’t just to avoid disaster. It’s to find a partner who helps you grow, adapt, and lead with confidence. 1) Clear, upfront expectations—including how they’ll...
More Red Flags: The Checklist You Didn’t Know You Needed

More Red Flags: The Checklist You Didn’t Know You Needed

Some warning signs are obvious—slow response times, surprise charges, tools that keep breaking. But others are easier to miss until they’ve already cost you time, money, or trust. This isn’t about nitpicking. It’s about giving you a sharper lens to spot providers who...