AI Skills for the Real World
Learn practical AI tools, computer skills, and automation strategies that help entrepreneurs and professionals work smarter and grow faster.
Meet Ted Olson
Ted Olson is the Founder of Your Neighborhood Tech and author of The AI Advantage: How Small Businesses Win Big in the Intelligence Economy.
With over 25 years of experience in technology consulting, Ted has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and professionals cut through the noise and actually use modern AI tools to save time, automate tedious work, and grow their businesses with confidence.
Ted's approach is refreshingly practical — no jargon, no hype. Just real strategies that work for real business owners who are ready to gain their edge in the intelligence economy.
Why Ted?
- 25+ years in technology consulting
- Published author on AI for small business
- Plain-English teaching style
- Trusted by entrepreneurs nationwide
- Hands-on, results-driven approach
What You'll Learn
Inside the AI Advantage ecosystem, every lesson is designed to be immediately actionable — no fluff, no theory overload. Just practical skills you can apply to your business today.
AI Basics in Plain English
Demystify artificial intelligence with clear, jargon-free explanations that actually make sense for business owners.
ChatGPT & AI Tools
Master ChatGPT and a curated suite of AI tools to write faster, research smarter, and solve problems in minutes.
AI Productivity Systems
Build workflows and systems that save hours every week — freeing you up to focus on growth, not grunt work.
AI Marketing Strategies
Create content, run campaigns, and engage customers using AI-powered marketing tools built for entrepreneurs.
Automation Workflows
Reduce manual, repetitive tasks with automation workflows that run your business behind the scenes, 24/7.
Who This Is For
The AI Advantage is built for anyone who wants to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world — no technical background required. If you're ready to work smarter, you're in the right place.
🚀 Entrepreneurs
Launch, run, and grow your business faster using AI as your always-on strategic partner.
🏪 Small Business Owners
Automate operations, market smarter, and compete with companies twice your size.
💼 Professionals
Advance your career by mastering the AI skills employers and clients are actively seeking.
🌱 AI Beginners
Start from zero with approachable lessons designed for those with no prior AI experience.
📡 Future-Focused Anyone
Stay ahead of the technology curve and turn AI from a buzzword into a real business advantage.
Programs Built for Your Growth
Whether you're just starting out or ready to go deep, the AI Advantage ecosystem has a program that meets you where you are and moves you forward.
AI Advantage Community
Join a vibrant, members-only learning community where entrepreneurs and professionals share AI tools, real-world workflows, and breakthrough ideas. Stay current, stay connected, and grow alongside others on the same journey.
AI Advantage Masterclass
A comprehensive, structured training program designed to take you from AI-curious to AI-confident. Learn how to use artificial intelligence for productivity, marketing, and business growth — step by step, at your own pace.
AI Tools & Automation
Get hands-on with practical AI systems and automation frameworks that handle your marketing, content creation, and daily workflows. Work less on the repetitive stuff — and more on the work that actually grows your business.
Free Resource
21 AI Tools Every Small Business Should Use
Stop guessing which AI tools are actually worth your time. This free guide cuts through the noise and delivers a curated, practical list of the 21 best AI tools for small businesses — covering marketing, productivity, content, customer service, and more.
Each tool is explained in plain English with real-world use cases, so you can start getting value on day one.
Curated for small business owners
Plain-English tool breakdowns
Ready to implement immediately
100% free — no catch
Start Learning AI Today
The intelligence economy is already here — and the gap between those who use AI and those who don't is growing every day. Join the AI Advantage Community and begin building the skills, systems, and strategies that will give you a real, lasting competitive edge.
"The best time to start learning AI was yesterday. The second best time is right now."
Learn
Master practical AI skills in plain English
Automate
Build workflows that save hours every week
Grow
Use AI to accelerate your business forward