How do I train my team to use AI?
Short answer
Train your team on their real work, not generic prompt courses. Run short, hands-on sessions using AI on the actual tasks they do, meet each person at their skill level, agree on a few simple guardrails for what's safe to put in, and document a shared way of working so the whole team levels up together.
Updated June 16, 2026
Most AI training fails because it's generic and one-off. People learn AI by using it on their own work, with a little guidance, not by watching a video about prompts.
What works
- Hands-on sessions on the actual tasks people do every day.
- Starting where each person is, from nervous beginner to curious power-user.
- A few clear guardrails: what's fine to put in, what needs a human check.
- A shared, documented approach (saved prompts, simple rules) the team can reuse.
What to avoid
Avoid a single two-hour course and the assumption that it sticks. Avoid leaving people to figure it out alone, which is how a couple of enthusiasts race ahead while everyone else hangs back. Consistent, practical practice beats a one-time event.