ChatGPT and Other AI Copilots as Knowledge Partners for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners: A Study of AI Copilots’ Adoption as a Medium of Entrepreneurial Training
Abstract
ChatGPT and other AI copilots can be described as transformative tools for entrepreneurs and small business owners, providing real-time insights, strategic guidance, and operational support. By being virtual knowledge partners, these AI systems enable users to facilitate more streamlined decision-making, improve productivity, and tap into volumes of information hitherto available only to far-flung consultants or extensive research. In fact, intuitive interfaces and the ability to give personalized recommendations have lately become pretty popular in entrepreneurial circles. Adopting AI copilots as a medium for entrepreneurial training: how AI copilots assist business acumen and operational efficiency.
This paper explores in-depth case studies, user feedback, and scholarly research into the benefits of cost-effectiveness, scalability, and accessibility, as well as challenges such as data security concerns and over-reliance. The purpose of this study, therefore, is to understand adoption trends and user experiences that can provide actionable information for entrepreneurs and developers who want to capture the full potential of the digital copilots in the business ecosystem.Keywords
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