AI Training for Irish SMEs & Teams

AI training that actually works for your team

Practical, hands-on AI skills for business professionals. No tech background needed. Save time, automate admin, and use AI with confidence, including its limits.

500+ professionals trained · 50+ organisations

Trusted by leading organisations

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About

Led by Jonathan McCrea

We’re on a mission to help busy professionals use AI to their advantage. Through Get Started With AI, we provide consultancy, implementation, and training to SMEs and individuals looking for a competitive edge through AI.

Founded by Jonathan McCrea, award-winning science and technology broadcaster, host of Futureproof on Newstalk, and Silicon Republic columnist on the challenges and opportunities of AI in Ireland.

Host: World Summit AI, Deloitte Fast 50, Techfest
Broadcaster: Futureproof (Newstalk) and RTÉ
Columnist: Silicon Republic
Founder: Whipsmart Media
Why it works

Fun, engaging, practical

Not jargon-heavy. Not all theory. AI training that busy people actually enjoy and use.

No tech background needed

Every session is designed for busy professionals who want results, not jargon. You don't need to code or understand algorithms.

Hands-on, real-world

You work with your own documents and real tasks. Not generic demos, practical skills you use the next day.

Honest about limits

We teach you what AI does well and where it falls short. No hype, no nonsense, just practical guidance.

Small groups, big impact

Intimate sessions where you can ask questions, get tailored guidance, and work through your specific challenges.

AI policy & safe use

Guidance on risks, privacy, and how to set guardrails. Especially relevant for regulated industries.

Immediate ROI

Attendees consistently report saving hours per week within days of training. That's time and money back in your business.

How it works

Your team works on their own tasks

Teams don’t lack tools, they lack understanding. Our sessions are built around your actual workflows. You bring your documents, your challenges, your processes. By the end, you’re not just aware of AI, you’re using it.

Use your own documents and real work tasks
Learn to automate admin, content, and research
Build a custom AI assistant for your role
Understand risks, privacy, and guardrails
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What people actually say

The most impactful training course that I have done in years. It has opened my eyes to the opportunities and risks associated with AI in a really practical, hands-on way.

Claire Lyons

Three weeks after the course I have to say AI is an integral part of my day and has reduced my stress levels, improved my deadlines, and also given me insight into the pros and cons.

DD

SME Owner

Jonathan has a real gift for cutting through the jargon. The training was grounded in real-life workflows, and we could use our own documents and processes to follow along.

Jennifer L.

University Lecturer

Real results for real teams

500+

Professionals trained

4.93

Trustpilot rating

50+

Organisations served

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Book a free 30-minute AI strategy call. We’ll learn about your team, your challenges, and whether AI training is the right fit. No hard sell.