Making Sense of AI at Work
A facilitated pilot workshop hosted by New Oaks College
Venue
Radisson RED Waterfront
Cape Town
Date
Saturday
7th of March 2026
Pilot Workshop Fee
R1,500 per participant
Incl: Refreshments & 2 Course Meal
Time
09:00 – 14:00
Lunch served after 14:00
Format
In-person - Max 10 Participants
Why This Workshop Exists
- Curious, but unsure
- Interested, but cautious
- Overwhelmed by hype
- Unclear about what AI should and should not be used for
What This Session Is (and Isn’t)
- A practical, facilitated exploration of AI in the workplace
- Focused on understanding, judgement, and responsible use
- Grounded in real workplace decisions and trade-offs
- A certification programme
- A technical or coding course
- A tool-specific training
- A long-term commitment
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The Entrepreneurship courses offered by New Oaks College is your gateway to launching a successful business. Tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs, this course equips you with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to identify opportunities, develop sustainable business ideas, and navigate the challenges of starting and managing a venture.
With a focus on practical learning, you’ll explore key concepts such as market research, financial planning, and operational management. The course is designed to empower you to make informed decisions and craft a strong foundation for your enterprise. Whether you’re new to entrepreneurship or seeking to formalize your skills, this course provides the tools you need to thrive in today’s competitive business landscape.
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Why is Entrepreneurship so important in South Africa
Many people believe that in our world, there are just so much uncertainty. However, it is vital that we bear in mind the following: “While change can cause uncertainty, even anxiety, it also provides great opportunities for renewal and progress.” There is so much proof of this. All of this evidence points to the reality that there are more prospects for entrepreneurs in developed economies, and that higher numbers of opportunity-driven entrepreneurs are joining the sector.
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Ryan Jacobs is the creator of The Art of Being, a reflective programme designed to help professionals and leaders develop clarity, presence, and judgement in complex environments.
His work focuses on an often-overlooked dimension of professional effectiveness: how people think, decide, and show up when there are no simple answers.
Ryan has worked closely with senior leaders through Mentally Fit South Africa, part of the globally respected Mentally Fit Institute, who support organisations as they navigate questions of culture, leadership readiness, and decision-making.
Through this work, a consistent pattern emerged: while organisations invest heavily in technical skills and performance metrics, the quality of human judgement is rarely addressed directly — even though it plays a critical role in risk, ethics, and sustainable outcomes.
This insight now informs Ryan’s work with AI in the workplace.
Rather than treating AI as a technical challenge, he approaches it as a human and organisational one — where clarity, responsibility, and discernment matter more than tools or speed.
This session is designed to create that clarity.
Who This Is For
- Professionals and managers
- HR practitioners
- Consultants and business owners
- Anyone navigating AI at work and wanting clarity
What We’ll Explore Together
Separating reality from hype and fear
Overconfidence, misuse, and quiet adoption
What cannot (and should not) be automated
Where AI can support work — and where caution is needed
Thinking clearly about when to use AI, and when not to
Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring a real work context or question.
What’s Included
- Facilitated workshop session
- Interactive, small-group discussion
- Arrival coffee & refreshments
- Mid-session break
- Two-course lunch & beverages
- Venue, AV, and materials
You simply arrive and participate.
Why This Is a Pilot
- Future workshops
- Organisational offerings
- Deeper learning programmes
Pricing
- A small-group format
- Half-day venue and catering
- Facilitated engagement
Exploring thoughtful learning for a changing world of work
What You’ll Leave With
- A clearer mental model of what AI is — and isn’t — at work
- Language to discuss AI confidently with teams and leadership
- Better judgement about when to use AI, and when not to
- Reduced anxiety and clearer boundaries around responsibility
Reserve Your Place
Important Notes
- This is a pilot workshop
- It is not an accredited programme
- Places are limited to 10 participants
- This session is exploratory by design