Microsoft & AI Article Series
Get More Done at Work with Copilot & AI
Simple ways to use built-in AI tools to save time, reduce stress, and boost productivity in your everyday work.
Microsoft Copilot is changing how people work. It’s like a smart helper that can save you time, reduce stress, and make your day easier. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by email, spreadsheets, or meetings, Copilot can give you a helping hand.
But there’s more than one kind of Copilot—so let’s break it down.
Two Ways to Use Microsoft Copilot
Copilot.Microsoft.com – Free for anyone with a Microsoft account
This is Microsoft’s web-based AI chat tool, similar to ChatGPT or Google Gemini. You can:
- Ask it questions.
- Create summaries or outlines.
- Get help writing, planning, or brainstorming.
This version is free and easy to try. Just sign in with your Microsoft account. It works best in Microsoft Edge or Chrome. Try it here: https://copilot.microsoft.com.
Microsoft 365 Copilot – Built into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
This version is built directly into the apps you already use. It helps you:
- Write emails or reports in Word or Outlook.
- Create presentations in PowerPoint.
- Analyze data in Excel.
- Catch up on meetings in Teams.
These tools require a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, which your company may need to purchase separately.
Why Learn to Use Copilot?
Many people have access to these tools—but they don’t use them. Why? Because they don’t know how. That’s where training can help.
With just a few lessons, you’ll be able to:
- Save time on everyday tasks.
- Avoid typing everything from scratch.
- Get help organizing your ideas or data.
- Feel more confident using Microsoft tools.
And you don’t have to be a tech expert. You just need to know where to click.
How We Make AI Easy to Learn
At Virtual Instructor, we focus on simple, friendly training made for real people. No tech talk. No long lessons.
We offer:
- Quick 60-second videos.
- Step-by-step guides.
- Workshops and 1-on-1 sessions.
- Tools to help you get started in under 5 minutes a day.
Whether you work in healthcare, education, HR, finance, or just run your own business, we’ll show you how to make AI work for you.
Real-World Success Stories
Businesses across industries are using Microsoft’s AI tools to boost results:
- A translation company cut project time by 30% using Copilot for text and image work.
- A finance firm sped up trade processes by 75% using AI for document handling.
- A college used AI to flag struggling students early so staff could help faster.
- A logistics company cut email handling time from hours to seconds.
AI isn’t just for tech companies. It’s for anyone who wants to save time and work smarter.