How to persuade your team to use AI

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You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve watched the demos. Maybe you’ve even played around with some AI tools yourself and thought: “Wow, this could really change how we work.”

But then you look around the table—or the Zoom call—and realize your team isn’t exactly jumping on board. They’re skeptical. Maybe even a little uneasy. And honestly? You get it.

Introducing something new, especially something as complex and buzzword-heavy as “artificial intelligence,” can feel like walking into unknown territory.
People start to wonder: Will this make my job harder? Is it going to replace me?
Do I really need to learn yet another tool?

Here’s the truth: your team doesn’t need more tech. They need more trust.

If you want your people to embrace AI, it’s not just about convincing them that it works. It’s about helping them see how it fits—into their daily routines, into the work they care about, and most of all, into a vision of a better, more meaningful work life.

This isn’t about turning your business into a tech lab. It’s about giving your team the kind of support that makes their jobs easier, not heavier.

"Change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end."

Robin Sharma

Let’s talk about how to do that—step by step, and in a way that feels real.

How to do it

  1. Start with why

  2. Make it about them

  3. Start small

  4. Offer support

  5. Lead by example


Start with why:
(Because logic follows meaning)

Don’t start with what the tool does—start with why it matters. Help your team connect AI to the things they already care about: less stress, fewer repetitive tasks, and more time for the work that actually makes a difference.

When people see the purpose, the resistance starts to fade.

Make it about them:
(Because people listen when they feel seen)

Let your team know you’re not just trying to boost productivity. You’re trying to protect their time and sanity.

Frame AI as a support system for them—not another top-down decision. Make it personal, practical, and empowering.

Start small:
(Because progress builds trust)

Pick one task or project where AI could make a noticeable difference.
Let the results speak for themselves.

Once your team experiences success—even on a small scale—they’ll start to trust the process.

Offer support:
(Because no one wants to feel dumb)

Adopting new tools can be awkward at first. And that’s okay. Normalize the learning phase. Offer support, encouragement, and a judgment-free zone for questions.

When your team feels safe to explore, they’re more likely to grow.

Lead by example:
(Because culture starts at the top)

If you’re asking your team to use AI, make sure you’re walking the talk.
Share how you’re using it, what you’re learning, and where you’re stumbling.

When you’re open and curious, you invite them to be, too.

In conclusion

Here’s the thing—AI isn’t the hero of your business story. Your people are.

Technology can support them, empower them, and free them from draining tasks.
But it’s your leadership—the way you introduce it, the way you listen, the way you guide—that will shape whether AI becomes a trusted partner or just another abandoned tool.

So don’t focus on selling features. Focus on building belief.

Invite your team into the process. Let them ask questions. Let them try, stumble, and learn. Celebrate their progress. And most importantly, remind them that AI isn’t here to replace their value—it’s here to help them shine more of it.

When you lead with empathy and vision, your team won’t just adopt AI. They’ll own it. And when that happens?
You’re not just using a smart tool. You’re building a smarter, more human business.


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