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The ChatGPT Lab

Train AI to Think Like You
and Transform Your Law Practice

You already know this:
You can’t do everything yourself.

But hiring help?
It’s costly. Time-consuming. And usually more work than it’s worth.

Here’s the better option

Train AI to be your most reliable team member.

Inside the ChatGPT Lab, I’ll show you exactly how to fine-tune ChatGPT so it doesn’t just spit out generic answers—it gives you next-level insights and invaluable guidance.

This is not about “prompt engineering.”
It’s about strategically shaping AI to understand your goals, your workflows, your decision-making process.

And when you get it right?
AI becomes faster, cheaper, and more consistent than 99% of human hires.

But here’s the truth most people miss:

If you don’t know how to train AI, it won’t know how to help you.

That’s what the ChatGPT Lab is for.
I’ll walk you through it—live, step-by-step, every week.

What You’ll Learn

  • Build your own AI “master blueprint”
  • Fine-tune your AI bot to act like a high-level advisor
  • Leverage key AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Notebook LM
  • Create AI workflows that eliminate the need for human labor

Why This Matters

Hiring help sounds great—until you’re managing deadlines, drama, or disappearing acts.
AI has no sick days, no payroll, and no attitude.

But you have to invest in training it—or it won’t deliver.

The ChatGPT Lab gives you that edge. It’s the difference between using AI and making it your competitive edge.

How to Join

The Lab is part of Copilot—my high-level group coaching program for solo and small firm lawyers who want to work smarter, not harder.

Here’s what you need:

  • An active Copilot membership ($179/month)
  • ChatGPT Plus subscription ($20/month)

That’s it. No extra fees. No fluff.
Just focused weekly coaching that will radically improve how you get work done.

Ready to Join?

After you apply, I’ll review your answers to the 5 questions about your familiarity with ChatGPT and use of it. Then I’ll send you an email with a link to join Co-Pilot (which includes the ChatGPT Lab).

After you join, we’ll schedule a 30 minute Zoom session so I can help you get started using the available resources so you can start making progress right away.

Common Questions about the Lab

Am I too old to learn this stuff?

No. Age isn’t a barrier to learning ChatGPT or AI.

What matters is curiosity and willingness to experiment. Many of the most insightful users are seasoned professionals who bring years of expertise to the table—and this tool helps them get more done with less effort. Think of it less like “learning to code” and more like “learning how to ask better questions to a smart assistant.”

How much time will this take each week?

Just one hour per week.

The live Zoom sessions are hands-on: you’ll be doing the work during the call, not leaving with homework. Open your ChatGPT tab, follow along, try things live. You’ll learn by doing, together.

What if I’m not very tech-savvy?

No problem. We’ll start with the basics and build up.

You’ll get guided help during sessions, and you’ll benefit from hearing others ask the same questions you might have. Everyone is in the same boat—this isn’t about technical expertise, it’s about learning practical habits.

Do I need to buy anything special?

Just a $20/month ChatGPT Plus subscription from OpenAI. That gives you access to GPT-4, which is far better than the free version. You’ll use that throughout the lab. The lab membership is part of my Co-Pilot program which is normally $179/month (but a special discount may be available for early applicants).

Is this only for legal work, or does it apply more broadly?

Both.

The focus is on lawyers, but the skills you build apply to anything—writing, research, planning, learning, even personal productivity. Legal tools that claim to be “AI-powered” are often just wrappers around the same tech we’ll be learning to use directly—so you’ll be better prepared to evaluate and use those tools too.

Why not focus on legal-specific AI tools first?

Because ChatGPT is the foundation. Nearly all legal AI tools are just simplified interfaces built on top of frontier models like ChatGPT or Claude.

When you learn how to use ChatGPT well, you can do much of what those tools do yourself—faster, cheaper, and with more flexibility. This lab teaches you to think in AI, which gives you leverage everywhere. We will discuss legal-specific tools, and I’ll show you where to find those resources in the Co-Pilot area if you want to check them out.

Won’t this be overwhelming?

Not when it’s broken down week by week.

Think of it like learning the internet in 1995 or getting your first iPhone in 2007—there’s a learning curve, but it’s easier with others. And it’s exciting once you see what’s possible.

The structure of this lab keeps everything focused, practical, and easily digestible.

What will we actually do during the sessions?

You’ll learn how to:

  • Fine-tune your ChatGPT setup for maximum benefit across the board
  • Prompt ChatGPT more effectively (i.e. ask better questions)
  • Get personalized guidance on how to use ChatGPT in ways that suit you.
  • Discover new ways that AI can help you do legal work with minimum friction
  • Compare AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and NotebookLM for different tasks

Each session has a specific focus, and most of the value comes from practicing live, seeing examples, and discussing how to apply what you’ve learned.

What happens right after I join?

You’ll schedule a 30-minute Zoom call with Ernie to learn how to get the most out of the Co-Pilot program and all of the resources available to you. Specifically, the resources in the ChatGPT Lab.

What happens if I join and decide it’s not for me?

You’re not locked in. It’s a monthly membership—you can cancel any time. But odds are high that once you’ve seen how it can change the way you work, you’ll stick around.

Is it worth learning AI if I’m only practicing law for a few more years?

Yes, absolutely.

This isn’t about future-proofing 10 years from now—it’s about making your practice easier and more effective right now. AI can help you write faster, think more clearly, save time, and make better decisions with less friction.

You’ll get a big return on your time investment within a few weeks.

Want to talk it over with Ernie?

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