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AI Builder Sprint / Day 2

Day 2: Observe a Real Workflow Problem

Practice observing a small workflow problem before choosing an AI tool.

20-30 minutes beginner

Objective

Practice observing a small workflow problem before choosing an AI tool.

Small Practical Activity

Watch or remember one repeated workflow and list the steps, delays, and pain points.

Reflection

Which part of the workflow actually needs help?

Portfolio Artifact

A simple workflow observation note.

LinkedIn/Public Learning Prompt

Day 2 of my AI Builder Sprint: I observed a workflow before jumping to tools. The friction I noticed was...

Responsible AI Reminder

Observe without collecting private information. Describe patterns, not personal details.

Small Practical Activity

Pick a real workflow you can safely observe or remember. Examples: answering repeated questions, preparing a form, organizing notes, scheduling a meeting, or finding a document.

Write the workflow in five steps. Mark where the delay, confusion, or repeated effort happens.

Reflection

Which part of the workflow actually needs help? Is it information, organization, drafting, translation, reminders, or decision-making?

Portfolio Artifact

Create a workflow observation note with:

  • Setting
  • User
  • Current steps
  • Pain point
  • What should stay human-led

LinkedIn/Public Learning Prompt

Day 2 of my AI Builder Sprint: I observed a workflow before jumping to tools. The friction I noticed was…

Responsible AI Reminder

Observe without collecting private information. Describe patterns, not personal details.

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