July 21, 2025

Have AI be your own graphic artist

Confession time: I can’t draw. My brain doesn’t lean at all in the artsy direction. I’ve tried to teach myself Photoshop, but every attempt ends with me whisper-screaming “flatten layer” like it’s going to summon help from the Adobe gods.  But now? I create stunning, professional-looking images in seconds. And I don’t lift a finger […]

July 20, 2025

AI won’t fix your grief, but it can help manage it

“Hi, Kim, I’ve been taking care of my dad since his stroke. Your story about using ChatGPT to map out questions for our doctors has actually truly helped me feel a little more in control. It’s not perfect, but it’s been a lifeline.” — Maya in Ohio Thanks for your kind note, Maya. Being a […]

July 14, 2025

AI’s doing the interviews now, good luck out there

Imagine prepping for your first big job interview, only to find out you’re chatting with someone named Jamie, who turns out to be less “recruiter with a solid LinkedIn” and more “Siri with a superiority complex.”  If you’re looking for a job or know someone who is, this is critical intel. How it works Once […]

July 13, 2025

Your calm, clear, AI-powered action plan

That’s my son Ian with me and my amazing mother. When my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and given three months to live, I was devastated. But I did what I always do when life gets tough. I focus on the problem.  I read every clinical study I could get my hands on, studied […]

July 7, 2025

Survive Zoom, thrive IRL

That meeting that could have been an email? You’re on it, eyes glossing over rambling updates, Todd’s screen share failing for the fourth time (use a mouse, Todd) or what appears to be a seance: “If you can hear me now, make a sign.” AI can be your saving grace. I’m talking about short, sweet […]

July 5, 2025

AI-powered home gadgets that lower your bills

Every time my energy bill arrives, I swear it looks more like a ransom note: “$412 or the AC gets it.” But guess what? Some good (actually smart) tech can help liberate you from this hostage situation, with real savings. Here’s your Kim-approved guide to the best smart home tech that pays for itself. And […]

June 16, 2025

White-collar jobs, meet your match

I hear from some of you who say, “Kim, I don’t care about AI, it’s not my thing.” I get it. But AI does matter. You’re using it even when you think you’re not. Ever yell, “Speak to a real person”?  AI is not just here, it’s taking names and unpaid lunch breaks. As much […]

June 10, 2025

The bots are coming for your 401(k)

One question I get all the time is, “Kim, can AI help me pick stocks?”  Spoiler: Not only can it help, it might do a better job than a guy in a Patagonia vest yelling about yield curves. A finance professor from Canada tested the stock-picking skills of ChatGPT, Elon Musk’s Grok and communist China’s […]

June 6, 2025

Make a movie in a minute

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, AI is changing everything. And now it’s coming for video. This is the future, and it’s so fun to play around with these new tools. Forget editing software, green screens or even a camera. Now your keyboard is the director, the producer and creative partner. All […]

June 2, 2025

The jobs AI can’t steal (yet)

Larry from Louisiana writes: “Kim, what jobs are safe from AI and don’t need a college degree? I’m losing sleep worrying about my future and how I’m going to support a wife and three teenagers.” Larry, you’re spot-on to be thinking about this. Supporting a family of five in this economy is basically a full-contact […]

May 25, 2025

AI isn’t just stealing jobs, it’s also fighting death

When people hear “AI,” they think of deepfakes, bogus essays or robots stealing jobs. But there’s something way bigger happening behind the scenes: AI is low-key helping doctors beat diseases that terrify us. Like actually saving lives.  ❤️ Heart disease Still the world’s #1 killer … but AI has entered the chat, and it’s scanning […]

May 23, 2025

Loneliness? There’s an AI for that

Zuckerberg might be onto something … and it’s not just world domination this time. A listener wrote to me recently, and I haven’t stopped thinking about his story. This man has been married to his wife for 56 years. She now has dementia and no longer remembers him, their children or their lifetime of memories. […]

May 19, 2025

Make money using AI prompts

So you want to start making money using AI, but you’re not trying to build Skynet or learn 15 coding languages first? Good, because neither am I.  I’ve pulled together five powerful prompts you can throw into ChatGPT (or any AI tool you like) that could help you earn some extra cash this week. These […]

May 18, 2025

Don’t embarrass yourself in your next AI conversation

AI is everywhere: your inbox, your apps, your Zoom calls where Kyle keeps saying, “Let’s run it through chat-jeept.” If you’re going to drop those AI buzzwords, here’s how to not sound like a malfunctioning toaster and keep your smart-person street cred intact. Say them out loud as you go. Bonus points if you quiz […]

May 16, 2025

How AI is reshaping stock photography

Photographers and illustrators ask me this question a lot: “Kim, is AI going to take my job?” The answer? It’s tricky. Yes, there’s growing competition between AI and human artists. But if you’re smart about using AI, it can become your secret weapon. Take stock photo companies like Dreamstime. They’re using AI as a helpful […]

May 6, 2025

Get paid to prove you’re human (don’t)

Would you let someone scan your eyeball in exchange for some free cryptocurrency?  Yes, your actual eyeball. This isn’t an audition for Season 4 of Black Mirror. It’s the premise behind OpenAI founder Sam Altman’s new project called World.  Before you roll your eyes, let me break it down for you. What’s the deal? Sam […]

March 5, 2025

Tech how-to: Turn off built-in AI on your computer and phone

Ever feel like your apps are trying a little too hard to be helpful? Maybe they’re suggesting cringy replies, summarizing things you actually wanted to read, or just getting way too pushy. Let’s dive into how to turn off those AI features that just aren’t working for you. Start in the settings Look for the […]

February 5, 2025
AI how-to: 10 prompts to try with ChatGPT or your favorite bot

AI how-to: 10 prompts to try with ChatGPT or your favorite bot

Are you using AI yet? I wrote a great list of 10 prompts to try, and I’m giving away an e-book with 50 more for free.

January 30, 2025

DeepSeek told me some weird things

I asked Chinese AI DeepSeek a bunch of questions, and I have a few privacy and security tips if you want to try it, too.

January 10, 2025

Looking for a job? How to get past ATS and hiring AI

Humans don’t look at resumes anymore. AI does! I’ll share some insider tricks to get your resume past the AI bots.