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Introduction

In the fast-paced world of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), efficiency is key to staying competitive. Tackling administrative tasks such as document creation, reporting, and research can be overwhelming for teams with limited resources. Recognizing this challenge, Leach, a Tokyo-based company, has launched a cutting-edge 12-hour training program focused on generative AI aimed at optimizing workflow and improving productivity across various operational areas.

The Problem at Hand

Many SMEs juggle a plethora of non-core tasks, including note-taking, report writing, and social media management, with insufficient manpower and time. Despite the promising capabilities of generative AI to automate routine tasks and swiftly generate decision-making data, many organizations hesitate to implement this technology fully. Common barriers include:
1. Lack of understanding regarding how to use AI safely and effectively.
2. Difficulty in completing existing training materials due to uneven video length and lack of visible progress tracking.
3. Inability to develop a clear implementation strategy from proof of concept (PoC) to internal rollout.

These obstacles have left many enterprises stalling in their AI adoption, unable to capitalize on the technology’s potential.

The Concept Behind Leach's Training

Leach has meticulously crafted a practical, hands-on 12-hour training program designed to be immediately relevant. The program enables learners to:
1. Maintain Focus with Short Videos: All training materials are divided into 5-minute segments, in line with the Pomodoro technique—25 minutes of focused work followed by 5-minute breaks—to minimize learning fatigue.
2. Visualize Progress: Utilizing Jira for gantt and sprint management allows participants to see their daily workload and achievements tangibly.
3. Engage in Hands-On Practice: Every chapter contains practical exercises, ensuring that learners consistently apply what they learn, from designing prompts to validation and structuring.
4. Complete Implementation Plans: Participants will draft departmental case studies and PoC presentations as part of the training, further reinforcing their skills.
5. Receive Ongoing Support: A community platform (like Slack) and anonymous Q&A boards facilitate constant communication between instructors and participants, ensuring no one gets stuck.

Program Breakdown

The training program spans 12 hours and consists of online videos supplemented by community engagement. It caters to various roles within SMEs, such as management, administration, and planning. Learners can expect to achieve:

• - A solid understanding of generative AI’s mechanisms and limitations.
• - Proficiency in designing prompts tailored to their specific departments.
• - A preliminary draft of their PoC plan and internal guideline documentation.

Curriculum Overview

• - Part 0: Introduction to the Course (Setting up Jira, using the Pomodoro technique, visualizing the learning plan)
• - Parts 1-4: Historical background, machine learning basics, ChatGPT operations, and safety considerations.
• - Parts 5-8: Sessions on document creation, information gathering, analysis, idea generation, marketing, and social media strategies.
• - Part 9: Department-specific case studies, applying learned principles to practical situations.
• - Parts 10-11: Developing implementation strategies and guidelines while projecting future actions (PoC planning and internal deployments).

The training includes the usage of various tools, including ChatGPT, Napkin, Gamma, Recraft, and Runway, among others.

Key Benefits

Participants can expect significant advantages, such as:

• - Accelerated Document Generation: Creating templates for minutes, reports, proposals, and emails.
• - Faster Decision-Making: Instant summarization and extraction of key points from large amounts of information.
• - Enhanced Marketing Efficiency: Rapid production of landing page elements, catchy headlines, and social media posts.
• - Practical Application: Hands-on training using real data to create useable templates for immediate implementation.
• - Safe Operations: Understanding risks and limitations while developing governance procedures for their organizations.

Pricing and Enrollment

The program is offered online and comprises 12 hours of content, including practical hands-on training. Pricing plans vary based on the number of participants and the size of the company. Interested individuals can sign up through the official link here.

For organizations considering reskilling support through government subsidies, consultations can be arranged with partnered labor and social security specialists, as detailed on our landing page.

Final Thoughts

According to Takuya Tominaga, CEO of Leach, "AI must be utilized effectively rather than merely understood. It’s imperative to design training in a way that promotes actionable learning." Many businesses encounter challenges where AI systems are implemented but fail to function effectively within their environments. This training program uses brief video segments, hands-on engagement, and visual progress tracking to create a seamless learning experience. Generative AI brings high efficiency, particularly in document-related tasks, and Leach aims to guide SMEs in thriving through practical implementation.

About the Instructor

Takuya Tominaga, a former software architect at Toshiba, founded Leach with a focus on the transformative potential of generative AI. With expertise in AI product development and practical training, Tominaga has gained recognition for his engaging seminars at prestigious conferences, including the Japan Society for Software Science and Technology.

Company Overview

• - Name: Leach Co., Ltd.
• - CEO: Takuya Tominaga
• - Established: November 2024
• - Services: Generative AI product development, educational content provision, and business automation consulting.
• - Website: Leach Official Site

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out through our contact form on the landing page here. Media representatives interested in interviews should specify in their request through the same form. We can provide various media assets, including training images, curriculum diagrams, and instructor photos upon request.