Alastair McDermott

AI Business Consultant

Author · Speaker · Podcaster

I help business leaders and employees use AI to automate repetitive tasks, increase productivity, and drive innovation, all while keeping a Human First approach. This enables your team to achieve more, focus on strategic initiatives, and make your company a more enjoyable place to work.

How we can help

With over 17 years of experience running a business, and consulting with other business owners on technical and business challenges, Alastair McDermott brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen.

He has a deep background in software development and an understanding of both technology and business challenges that is uniquely paired with strong communication skills. He regularly speaks about business strategy, marketing, and AI, and offers business leaders actionable, strategic advice on practical AI integration.

Services and Solutions

AI-Powered offers a comprehensive range of services designed to address the key challenges business owners face with AI integration:

AI Readiness Assessment: Evaluate your current processes, systems, and data quality, and identify areas ripe for AI automation.
AI Training and Literacy Programs: Conduct workshops to build AI understanding among your team and foster a culture of innovation.
AI Strategy and Policy Development: Craft an AI strategy and develop robust policies covering data privacy, IP, and transparency.
AI Solution Implementation: Integrate AI tools for data entry, document drafting, and analytics, and deploy AI assistants to streamline workflows.
Ongoing AI Optimization: Continuous evaluation of evolving AI models and technologies, with regular audits for data quality, privacy, and compliance.

Working with AI-Powered helps you:

Translate AI complexity into an actionable strategy.
Identify optimal areas for AI integration.
Set up effective systems, processes, guidelines, and policies.
Address team concerns and improve communication.
Streamline workflows and increase productivity.
Enhance decision-making capabilities.

Ready to transform your business with AI?

Books: Expert Authority Builder Series

Alastair has written a number of books, workbooks and practical guides, including the Expert Authority Builder series.

Quick-Win Content [2023] – published by Authority Press
Efficient Content Creation [2023] – published by Authority Press
Your Podcast Launch Workbook Podcast [2022] – published by Authority Press
33 Ways Not to Screw Up Your Business Podcast [2022] – published by Networlding
How to Sound & Look Good on Zoom & Podcasts [2022] – published by Oak Tree Press
Running a Website with WordPress [2015] – published by WebsiteDoctor

Coming soon:

Recognized: How to Become Known as a Recognized Authority in Your Field so You Can Command Premium Fees., Work Less Hours, and Never Have to Suffer a Bad-Fit Client Again [Late 2024]
Niching Down: How to Grow Your Consulting Business Through Specialization [Spring 2025]

Recent AI Speaking Appearances

Speaking Engagement: AI Beyond the Hype – May 10, 2024
Workshop: Mastering AI and ChatGPT for LEO Roscommon – March 5, 2024
Speaking Engagement: AI in Sustainable Tourism for Udáras na Gaeltachta – October 20, 2023
Workshop: Mastering AI and ChatGPT for LEO Mayo – October 17, 2023
Podcast Appearance: Leveraging AI on the Unbillable Hours podcast – October 14, 2023
Workshop: Mastering AI and ChatGPT for LEO Roscommon – July 11, 2023