Ditching Perplexity & Comet: A Guide to Ethical AI Alternatives
A practical, scored guide to ethical AI alternatives after ditching Perplexity and Comet. Covers 14 research and in-browser AI tools ranked by ethics, capability, and real-world usability for values-led businesses.
Why I Cancelled ChatGPT
In February 2026 I cancelled my paid ChatGPT subscription after OpenAI’s Pentagon deal. This is why Claude became my primary AI, and how I moved my work across.
My 2026 AI Stack: AI Tools for Calm, Human-Led Digital Operations
The AI tools I use in my digital operations business, organised by thinking, making, and running. Assessments of Claude, Mistral, Leonardo AI, Make, Zapier, and more.
How I Made a 90-Second AI Animated Reel Using 9 Tools (and What I Learned)
A reflection on creating the "Timing, Not Time" animated reel using 9 AI tools. What worked, what didn't, and what I learned about creative collaboration with AI.
When AI Gets It Wrong: Why Human Oversight Still Matters
AI human oversight turns quick AI outputs into reliable decisions. This real-world case shows where tools fall short and how a simple human-in-the-loop workflow adds context, checks coverage, and makes results usable.
Protecting Your Business in 2025: AI Prompt Injection Risks and Why No AI Browser Is Fully Safe
Recent headline breaches reveal that AI agents face significant security threats, particularly prompt injection attacks. Discover how browser-based AI tools like Comet offer superior protection.
Tiny AI and Edge AI for Small Businesses
Fast, private AI on your own computer: what Tiny AI and Edge AI mean, when to use them, the easiest tools to install, and a starter workflow anyone can run.
Why AI Still Needs a Human Virtual Assistant (Like Me)
In this mid-2025 update, I share how I use AI in my VA business - what it’s great at, where it still fails, and what I’ll always keep human.
AI Strengths & Weaknesses Assessment
If you use ChatGPT regularly in your business, it may know your working style better than you think. Download this AI-powered Strengths & Weaknesses Assessment prompt to find out what it sees in you.
Will AI VAs Replace Human VAs? The Surprising Truth (and How to Capitalise on It)
Is AI about to replace Virtual Assistants? The reality is far more exciting - AI is transforming VAs into high-value, strategic experts. Discover how to embrace AI and future-proof your VA business.