Why AI Prompting is the New Power Skill of the Future

An AI-First Mindset

In one of his recent interviews Jeremiah Owyang shared a fascinating perspective on the "AI First" mindset!

Adopting an "AI-First" mindset goes along with the growth mindset now and is the key to staying ahead. But what does this mean? AI-First means you consult an AI system before seeking human intervention, getting down to a new task, brainstorming a business, pretty much any personal or work task. This approach allows you to save costs and time! If a suitable AI solution doesn't exist, then that's an idea for a startup. Not the other way around.

The value in turning to AI for efficiency is immense and at the same time it is crucial to remember the irreplaceable human touch because at the end of the day we still do business and other interactions with human.

Your intuition, creativity, and empathy skills - your power skills - combined with your ability to use AI on the daily will make you thrive as a professional.

Mastering AI Prompting: The New Power Skill

Did you feel discouraged the first time you used ChatGPT because the result didn't meet your expectations? Did you think, "That's lame, technology isn't there yet"? But let's be honest, as humans, we're a bit selfish. We often don't want to admit that maybe we're the issue, not them. Here's my take: if you're not happy with the results ChatGPT gives you, it's probably because your prompts suck.

AI prompting is not just about giving commands; it's about understanding the capabilities of the AI and tailoring your prompts to get the desired output. Here are three tips to boost your AI prompting skills:

1. Practice: interact with AI daily, learn from any mistakes, and refine your prompting technique.
2. Refine your questions: be specific in your prompts. If you're too vague, the AI might not provide the desired answer. For instance, instead of asking "Tell me about animals," you could ask, "What are the primary differences between mammals and reptiles?"
3. Iterate and learn: if the initial response isn't satisfactory, refine your question based on the AI's answer, or ask follow-up questions. Talk to it as if it's a human. Build a dialog. Be very specific with your wants. That's how you actually improve your communication skills overall.

Embracing ChatGPT for Professional Growth

Integrating ChatGPT into daily tasks is no longer optional; it's a MUST. If I'm hiring and a candidate says they don't use ChatGPT, I'll pass on them. It indicates they're lagging behind. I want to collaborate with people who are determined to stay ahead.

The fact is, by leveraging ChatGPT, professionals can automate mundane tasks, get insights from vast data sets, and improve decision-making processes.

I want to work with individuals who can do all that! Those proficient in using ChatGPT will undeniably stand out, demonstrating not just their adaptability but also their progressive, growth mindset - super important power skills every professional has to boast.

In a competitive workforce, don't fear AI taking your job; fear those professionals who've mastered AI and power skills.

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