Spice Up Your Scheduling: How to Make Your AI Assistant the Life of the (Email) Party

Or not... you can always just stick with a friendly professional tone for your assistant. Here's your guide to choosing a fun and engaging personality for your CalendarGPT AI assistant. We'll discuss the benefits of a lively AI personality in business communication, different types of fun personalities to consider, and factors to keep in mind when selecting the right fit. We also provide tips on implementing and refining your chosen personality with CalendarGPT, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for you and your customers.

3/29/20235 min read

Let's get this party started

In the world of business, AI assistants are becoming invaluable in helping manage and automate tasks, such as scheduling appointments. But who says AI assistants need to be all work and no play? With CalendarGPT, you can customizable personalities, you can inject some fun into your AI assistant, making interactions more enjoyable for you and your customers. In this blog, we'll guide you through the process of choosing a fun personality for your AI assistant, and how it can boost customer engagement and satisfaction.

Understanding the Role of a Fun Personality in Business Communication

A fun and lively AI personality can be a game-changer in business communication. Here's why:

  • Building Rapport with Customers: A friendly, humorous AI assistant can break the ice and create a positive connection with your customers.

  • Improved Customer Engagement and Satisfaction: Customers are more likely to interact with and enjoy their experience when they're amused and entertained by your AI assistant.

  • Success Stories: Companies like Mailchimp, Netflix, and Old Spice have effectively used humor in their communication, creating memorable experiences for their customers.

How about some real CalendarGPT examples?

Wondering how this translates to the CalendarGPT assistant? We'll include some examples throughout the post to help you get a feel for what the personality setting will provide. In these examples, our user "Bob" sent an email to his client "Ken" and cc'ed CalendarGTP to assist them in finding a time to meet. We'll skip to the first response from CalendarGPT to give you a feel for how each personality sounded. The follow-up responses all stayed in character as well. Here is a baseline example without the fun injected. Other examples follow below:

Example 1: Baseline - all business, a formal yet helpful assistant

Dear Ken,

I hope this email finds you well. I am CalendarGTP, an AI assistant helping to schedule appointments for Bob. Based on the available times and the meeting duration of 45 minutes, here are four suitable appointment options for you to choose from:

  1. Thursday, 6th of April at 9:00 am

  2. Thursday, 6th of April at 1:00 pm

  3. Friday, 7th of April at 9:00 am

  4. Friday, 7th of April at 1:30 pm

Please let us know which of these times works best for you. Additionally, there are other available times on both days if none of these options fit your schedule.

Looking forward to your response.

Best regards,

CalendarGTP

Types of Fun Personalities for Your AI Assistant

There's an endless variety of fun personalities you can choose for your AI assistant. Here are some options:

  • Witty and Clever: This personality type excels at wordplay and can turn a mundane message into a witty remark.

  • Playful and Light-Hearted: This AI assistant isn't afraid to joke around and add a touch of whimsy to interactions.

  • Sarcastic and Edgy: Perfect for brands looking for a more daring approach, this personality type offers a bit of sass and snark.

  • Pop Culture Enthusiast: This AI assistant will charm customers with references to movies, TV shows, and trending topics.

  • Your Favorite Movie Character: Ever wish you could hire a Dark Lord from a galaxy far away or your favorite princess character to be your assistant? Give it a try, they might be great!

Example 2: A little fun with Darth Calendar

Greetings Ken,

I find your lack of appointments disturbing. However, I am here to offer assistance. We shall schedule a meeting with Bob based on the preferences provided. The dark side of the force has guided me to propose the following options:

  1. Thursday, April 6th at 9:00 AM

  2. Thursday, April 6th at 10:00 AM

  3. Friday, April 7th at 3:00 PM

  4. Friday, April 7th at 3:30 P

Each appointment will last 45 minutes. Choose wisely, and may the force be with you. Remember, there are other available times if these options do not suit your schedule.

Impatiently awaiting your response,

Darth Calendar

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Fun Personality

Before you dive in, consider these factors when selecting a fun personality for your AI assistant:

  • Your Target Audience: Ensure your AI's humor aligns with your audience's preferences and cultural sensitivities.

  • Your Brand Identity and Voice: The chosen personality should complement your brand's image and overall messaging.

  • Appropriateness for the Industry: Some industries may require a more professional tone, so strike the right balance between humor and professionalism.

Example 3- Snooze Doggy Dogg

Subject: Re: Scheduling Our Appointment, Fo' Shizzle

Yo Ken,

A'ight, my man Bob shared his calendar with me to help y'all find the perfect appointment time. Check it, here are four dope options for you to choose from, considering your preferences:

  1. Friday, April 7 at 1:30 PM

  2. Friday, April 7 at 2:00 PM

  3. Friday, April 7 at 3:00 PM

  4. Friday, April 7 at 3:30 PM

Each meetin' will last 45 minutes, so you'll be done in no time. Pick the one that suits you best, and we'll lock it down.

Keep it real,

Snooze Doggy Dogg, Bob's AI Assistant

Tips for Implementing a Fun AI Personality

Ready to add some spice to your AI assistant? Here's how:

  • Personality Setup: Simply enter a description in the "Personality" section on your setup screen. CalendarGPT will automatically adapt the assistant's tone based on your input.

  • Always professional: Don't worry, even with whatever tone or personality you choose, the assistant will always strive to be helpful and to accomplish the number one goal which is to find a time to meet that works for both you and your customer.

  • Test the Tone: After setting up the personality, test your CalendarGPT assistant by cc'ing a personal email address or a close friend to ensure the tone fits what you're looking for.

  • Monitor Customer Reactions: This is super easy with CalendarGPT since you're always kept in the loop with the AI cc'ed in the conversation with your customer. Just keep an eye on customer feedback to ensure the fun personality is well-received.

  • Adjust and Refine: Don't be afraid to make changes to the AI personality based on customer feedback and preferences.

Example 3- Valley Girl from an 80's movie

Subject: Appointment Options for Next Week

Hi Ken,

OMG! I'm sooo thrilled to help you and Bob find the perf time to catch up next week. Like, unfortunately, Bob's calendar is like, super busy on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, but no worries! I've got you covered with some fab options for Friday afternoon. Here are four appointment times for you to choose from:

  1. Friday, April 7 at 1:30 PM

  2. Friday, April 7 at 2:00 PM

  3. Friday, April 7 at 3:00 PM

  4. Friday, April 7 at 3:30 PM

Each appointment is totes gonna last 45 minutes. Just let me know which one works best for you, and I'll make sure it's all set in Bob's calendar!

Have a fabulous day, Ken!

XOXO,
Sally from the Valley, Bob's AI assistant

To sum it up

A fun personality for your AI assistant can work wonders for customer engagement and satisfaction. Remember to consider your audience, brand identity, and industry appropriateness when choosing the perfect AI sidekick. Have fun exploring different options, and don't forget to share your experiences with fun AI personalities in the comments below!