I’ve spent more than thirty years in IT, most of it in business analysis: standing between new technology and the people who have to use it. I’ve watched a lot of technology arrive with big promises. Some of it helps. Some of it doesn’t. And some of it creates problems nobody saw coming.
So I write straightforward guides that show you what AI is actually good for, what to watch out for, and what you can do with it this week. No technical background required.
— Leland
No buzzwords. No scare tactics. Just what works.
Works with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot or whatever assistant you already use.
Every book ends in three words you can remember when it counts.
If you run a small business
One task. One tool. One week.
AI won’t run your business for you. Used well, it gives back the hours you lose to emails, posts, paperwork and follow-ups.
Buy on Amazon: Real Workflows for Busy Business OwnersWhat’s inside: Real Workflows for Busy Business Owners
If you look out for your family
Pause. Check. Tell.
AI hasn’t invented new scams. It has given old tricks a convincing disguise. Here’s how to see through it, without paranoia.
Buy on Amazon: Simple Habits to Protect Your Family From ScamsWhat’s inside: Simple Habits to Protect Your Family From ScamsLarge Print available
If you’re not a tech person
Ask. Check. Decide.
Bills, insurance letters, doctor visits and forms, with plain-English help, and honest advice on when not to trust the answer.
Buy on Amazon: Everyday Help for the Rest of UsWhat’s inside: Everyday Help for the Rest of UsLarge Print available
If you’re wondering about your job
Learn it. Use it. Show it.
You don’t need to become a tech expert. You need a few smart moves, and a way to make sure the people who decide your future can see your value.
Buy on Amazon: Smart Moves to Protect Your Job and Grow Your CareerWhat’s inside: Smart Moves to Protect Your Job and Grow Your CareerLarge Print available
If you’re watching your budget
See it. Check it. Keep it.
AI can help you see where your money goes, lower your bills and plan your way out of debt. Scammers are using it too. Get the help without the risk.
Buy on Amazon: Simple Ways to Budget, Save, and Stay SafeWhat’s inside: Simple Ways to Budget, Save, and Stay SafeLarge Print available
Not sure where to begin?
A printable starter pack for anyone who wants AI to save them time, not add to their to-do list. Fill in the brackets, paste it into the assistant you already have, and read the answer before you act on it. AI drafts; you decide.
Check your inbox for a quick confirmation, and the PDF is yours. Unsubscribe anytime.
For the money book
The Money Map from Simple Ways to Budget, Save, and Stay Safe, on your computer: your budget and every bill in one spreadsheet that does the adding for you. Works in Excel or free Google Sheets, and your real numbers stay in your own file.
$16.99 one-time, instant download
How I write these
“You’re the victim of a crime, not the author of a mistake.”
Think you’ve just been scammed? Don’t wait. The first steps are on my contact page. And if your library, senior center or business group would like a plain-English talk, I’d be glad to hear from you.
