How I Turned AI Into a Teammate, Not Just a Tool — and How You Can, Too by Aytekin Tank
One of the biggest missed opportunities of casual AI dabblers is using it sporadically instead of systematically. With just a little bit of upfront time investment, AI has the capacity to streamline nearly every aspectof your daily workflow. These days, even those without any coding knowledge can easily build customized AI assistants designed to lighten the load of repetitive tasks. From Claude’s “Project” to Gemini’s “Gem,” these platforms enable users to store data like detailed instructions and tone guidelines to keep from having to write the same prompt over and over. Vague prompts beget vague answers. But with clear direction, including the tone, structure and style you want, you’ll unlock much more powerful results. My advice? Start small. Choose one recurring task — something low-lift but time-consuming — and assign it to your AI assistant. Give it structure, test it out and offer feedback as you go. Before long, these automated assistants will start to feel like invisible team members working behind the scenes to keep you focused on what matters most. How I Turned AI Into a Teammate, Not Just a Tool — and How You Can, Too