Introducing the ChatGPT for small business program

OpenAI has introduced the ChatGPT for small business program, an initiative designed to help entrepreneurs harness artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and scale their operations. The program provides a comprehensive suite of resources, including hands-on virtual training webinars demonstrating how to utilize ChatGPT Work for daily tasks like accounting, marketing, and e-commerce. It also features in-person AI academies across the United States, offering guided instruction and exercises for local business owners. Additionally, new guides, customer stories, and interactive content are available to facilitate easy adoption of AI workflows. The program integrates with various partners such as Dropbox, Shopify, Intuit, and Slack, offering tools and promotions tailored for small business needs. ChatGPT Work, powered by GPT-5.6, is central to the program, enabling businesses to automate complex, multi-step tasks, from drafting communications to analyzing market trends and customer feedback. Past AI Jam events indicated significant productivity gains, with many participants building functional AI workflows and saving hours weekly.