#57: Margaret Floyd Barry - Smarter with AI: Supporting Your Craft Without Losing Yourself
Release Date: 07/01/2025
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info_outlineIn this solocast episode of RWS Clinician’s Corner, Margaret reflects on the rise of AI—its promise, its pitfalls, and how to use it wisely. She shares personal stories, practical insights, and a key reminder: AI can be a powerful tool, but real growth comes from doing the hard work ourselves. Don’t skip the struggle.
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