By Mike Decides As an IT executive with over 30 years in the industry, I’ve seen countless “next big things” come and go. But as we enter 2026, it’s clear that Artificial Intelligence isn’t just another buzzword—it’s the new operating system for a productive life. The challenge for most professionals isn’t finding AI tools; it’s deciding which ones actually move the needle and which ones are just noise. Based on my experience leading tech teams and my own deep dives into AI learning models, here is the “decided” tech stack I’m using to kick off the new year. 1. The Personal “Second Brain”: Advanced LLMs I don’t just use AI…