Automation for Growth: AI Tools & Strategies for Every Professional (Week 2)

​**This is a paid event. The cost is $1450 per attendee for 5 weeks. Refer a friend and get $150 discount when they sign-up.**

​Week 2

​Unlock the power of workflow automation and AI to boost your productivity and transform the way you work!
Join this immersive, hands-on 5-week series designed for beginners and intermediate professionals who want to master automation, streamline operations, and drive growth—no matter their industry.

​What You’ll Experience

• ​In-Person, Workshop-Style Learning:
  Each session blends clear instruction, live demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Ask questions anytime as you learn and build alongside your peers.

• ​Step-by-Step Progression:
  Start with the foundations of workflow design and automation thinking, then dive deep into leading tools like Zapier and Make.com. By the end, you’ll confidently design, build, and present your own automated workflow.

• ​Capstone Project:
  In the final week, create and present your own automation project—demonstrating your new skills and earning a certificate of completion.

​Series Schedule 📅

• ​Dates: Mondays — June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30

• ​Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

• ​Location: 110 E. Houston St

• ​Class Size: Limited to 13 participants for maximum interaction

• ​Parking: Free street parking after 6 pm

​Weekly Breakdown

• ​Week 1: Foundations of Workflow Design & Automation Thinking (Completed)

• ​Week 2: Zapier Deep Dive – Building Simple to Intermediate Zaps

• ​Week 3: Make.com Deep Dive – Visual Automation Building

• ​Week 4: Workflow Design Patterns & System Thinking

• ​Week 5: Capstone Project – Design, Build, Present

​What You’ll Need

• ​A working laptop with internet access and an up-to-date browser

• ​Willingness to commit to all 5 sessions

• ​Your own snacks and drinks, if desired

​What You’ll Gain

• ​Practical, hands-on experience with today’s top automation tools

• ​The confidence and knowledge to automate processes for any business or personal workflow

• ​A certificate of completion for finishing the program and capstone project

• ​A supportive, professional environment to ask questions and grow your skills

​Registration & Payment

• ​Cost: $1,450 per student (split payment: half up front, remainder per session)

• ​How to Register: Sign up on Luma and pay in person before each class begins

• ​Commitment: Attendance at all 5 sessions is required, no skip classes allowed.

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​Week 2: Zapier Deep Dive – Building Simple to Intermediate Zaps

​Take your first big step into workflow automation with Zapier, the leading no-code automation platform trusted by professionals worldwide. This session is designed to give you hands-on experience building automations—called Zaps—that connect your favorite apps and eliminate repetitive tasks.

​What You’ll Learn

• ​Zapier Fundamentals:
  Get a guided tour of the Zapier platform and understand how it integrates with thousands of popular apps to automate your daily work.

• ​Building Your First Zap:
  Learn step-by-step how to create a Zap, starting with triggers (the event that starts your automation) and actions (the tasks Zapier performs for you).

• ​Multi-Step Zaps:
  Move beyond the basics and discover how to chain together multiple actions for more powerful, multi-step workflows.

• ​Using AI in Zaps:
  See how to supercharge your automations by integrating AI tools and chatbots for smarter, more dynamic workflows.

• ​Best Practices & Troubleshooting:
  Explore tips for organizing your Zaps, managing app connections, and troubleshooting common issues to keep your automations running smoothly.

• ​Real-World Examples:
  Build practical Zaps to automate tasks like data entry, notifications, file management, and more—no coding required.

​How the Session Works

• ​Interactive Instruction:
  Follow along with live demonstrations and ask questions as you go.

• ​Hands-On Practice:
  Build your own simple and intermediate Zaps with support from the instructor, and leave with automations you can use right away.

​What to Bring

• ​Your laptop with internet access and an up-to-date browser

• ​Your list of apps or tasks you’d like to automate

​By the end of Week 2, you’ll have the skills and confidence to automate everyday processes with Zapier, saving time and boosting your productivity.