I'm tired of AI advice that's all theory and no execution. These five automations are fast and useful.
1) Instant lead responder
- Setup time: 20 minutes
- Outcome: replies to new leads in under 60 seconds
Template
Hi , thanks for reaching out! Here's my calendar: [link]
2) Meeting prep brief
- Setup time: 15 minutes
- Outcome: pre-meeting research generated in minutes
Pro Tip
Set a calendar reminder 30 minutes before each meeting to run your prep prompt.
3) Weekly report generator
- Setup time: 30 minutes
- Outcome: concise report from your weekly metrics
4) Content repurposer
- Setup time: 15 minutes
- Outcome: one long-form asset becomes multiple social/email assets
5) Smart FAQ bot
- Setup time: 45 minutes
- Outcome: handles repeat support questions while escalating edge cases
Implementation pattern
Identify repetitive task → Create template once → Automate trigger → Refine weekly.
