Where is this course held?

In person at Network Hub, 300 Kensal Road, London W10 5BE. Nearest stations: Kensal Green and Kensal Rise (London Overground).

How many people are in each group?

Sessions are capped at 10 participants to keep the training practical and ensure every participant gets direct attention from the trainers.

Who delivers the training?

Sessions are typically delivered by two trainers from Strategic Agenda. Fola Yahaya lead the majority of courses.

Is there a bursary or reduced-price option?

Yes. Every public cohort has at least one bursary seat reserved for participants from small charities or individuals who could not otherwise afford to attend. Contact SA Training before booking to discuss availability.

Can SA Training run this course for my team?

Yes. Bespoke team days are available in person at your office or online, designed around your team's specific work. Contact SA Training to arrange a free 30-minute scoping call.

Hybrid

Using AI Effectively

A practical, hands-on online workshop for beginners — from barely tried it to confident enough to use it tomorrow.

Using AI Effectively is a practical, small-group training course held in person at Network Hub, 300 Kensal Road, London W10 5BE, led by Fola Yahaya of SA Training (Strategic Agenda). The course runs as a 2-hour session with a maximum of 10 participants and is designed for General office workers through to middle managers who are new to AI tools. No technical background or prior AI experience needed — designed for complete beginners, though participants who are further along will be paired with less confident colleagues to help everyone..

AI tools are now part of everyday working life, but most people have never been shown how to use them well — and for beginners they can feel intimidating or underwhelming. This session removes that barrier. We start from scratch, building a clear, jargon-free picture of what these tools actually are, so participants understand where they help, where they fall short, and why. The bulk of the time is hands-on and gentle: how to ask for what you want clearly, give the right context, and improve a disappointing answer rather than giving up on it. Participants practise on real tasks from their own roles, so they leave with something they can use the same day. We also cover the essentials of using AI responsibly — protecting confidential information and spotting when an AI has simply made something up. The aim is for everyone, whatever their starting point, to leave more confident and more capable than they arrived.

What will I leave with?

The ability to write clear, effective prompts and improve weak results through iteration. Practical experience using AI on real tasks from your own role. Knowledge of how to use AI safely and responsibly. A concrete action plan for the week ahead.

Who is this course for?

General office workers through to middle managers who are new to AI tools. No technical background or prior AI experience needed — designed for complete beginners, though participants who are further along will be paired with less confident colleagues to help everyone.

Prerequisites

No technical background or prior AI experience required. Access to an AI tool (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude or Copilot) and a laptop or desktop computer.

Practical details

Location: Network Hub, 300 Kensal Road, London W10 5BE. Nearest stations: Kensal Green and Kensal Rise (London Overground).
Format: In-person, hands-on, small group.
Group size: Maximum 10 participants per session.
Trainers: Typically two trainers per session — Fola Yahaya.
What to bring: A laptop with the relevant tool accounts active. Full details sent with your booking confirmation.
Included: Refreshments and scheduled comfort breaks for in-person sessions.

Your trainer

Fola Yahaya

AI, Digital Transformation, AI Strategy, AI workflows

Dr Fola Yahaya is an AI expert, published author and the Founder of Strategic Agenda, a global strategic communications consultancy which for more than 20 years has been helping clients like the UN share compelling stories so that the right people do the right things.