{"id":48188,"date":"2025-09-28T05:55:33","date_gmt":"2025-09-28T05:55:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/48188\/"},"modified":"2025-09-28T05:55:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28T05:55:33","slug":"is-ai-the-hero-or-villain-louths-female-business-leaders-look-to-the-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/48188\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Is AI the hero or villain?\u2019 Louth\u2019s female business leaders look to the future"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">Is AI a \u2018game changer\u2019 for business leaders or something to approach with caution? Concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in everyday operations were just some of the issues raised by Louth businesswomen who attended the seminar in Dundalk.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">\u2018AI on Your Terms\u2019 was an interactive led by marketing strategist and consultant Tamara Howard, who gave a no-jargon, practical introduction to how artificial intelligence can be used to boost productivity and marketing impact in everyday business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">Rather than presenting AI as a distant, expert-only technology, she reframed it as \u201ca navigator\u2019s toolkit\u2014something any business owner can use with confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">The event focused on a range of topics including; writing stronger, clearer prompts to get useful results; how to repurpose content across platforms to save time and; using AI tools to improve research, productivity, and marketing campaigns.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">The importance of applying \u201csimple guardrails around privacy, accuracy, and tone of voice\u201d were also highlighted.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">The workshop mixed live demonstrations with hands-on exercises, giving participants a chance to experiment with tools directly from their phones.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">Tamara outlined shifts expected in the next 12\u201318 months, including more integrated AI in everyday apps, agentic AI systems that can execute tasks with light oversight, and the growing importance of data accuracy and governance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">Network Ireland Louth President, Nicola Connolly Byrne, said: \u201cOur members are curious about AI but also cautious. This event gave them clarity, confidence, and a set of practical tools they can use immediately. It was about empowerment, not overwhelm.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">Network Ireland is a progressive, dynamic organisation supporting the professional and personal development of women. With over 1,200 members and a strong nationwide presence, the group holds regular events, workshops, and networking opportunities that promote empowerment and leadership for women in business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">They are always open to new members joining, who can avail of all the supports and benefits available, whether they are an established businesswoman or just starting out on their entrepreneurial journey.<\/p>\n<p class=\"indo-ebe0ecc6_root indo-ebe0ecc6_paragraph indo-300db776_none indo-91174671_primary indo-1d70522a_marginbottom5 indo-1d70522a_margintop0 indo-b48c4984_inherit\" style=\"color:var(--color-primary-80)\">To join Network Ireland, go to: www.networkireland.ie and \u2018become a member.\u2019<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Is AI a \u2018game changer\u2019 for business leaders or something to approach with caution? 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