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In today's tech-driven world, the debate over using AI tools for writing is more intense than ever. Critics argue that relying on AI for crafting LinkedIn posts, blogs, resumes, emails, and presentations can undermine authenticity, credibility and raise ethical concerns. However, as a technologist and a community contributor, I find it essential to dissect this debate and see if these concerns hold water.
LinkedIn Posts, Articles, and Blog Posts
Consider why we write LinkedIn posts or blogs. Often, it’s to share insights from complex topics we've unraveled through various sources like YouTube, blogs, and hands-on experience. For me, AI tools like ChatGPT have been invaluable in this learning process. They help break down intricate topics into digestible pieces, structuring my understanding in a way that serves as a long-term reference.
When I compile my learning snippets and prompt ChatGPT to generate a post, I get a clear, concise, and impactful output in seconds. Sure, it requires some proofreading and tweaking, but the heavy lifting is done. If the final content is useful and well-received, does it matter if AI helped create it? My focus has always been on the content quality and the intent behind sharing knowledge - not "who" or "what" wrote them.
Writing and Curating Resumes
Using AI for resume writing is a contentious issue. Some recruiters advise against it, suggesting that AI-generated resumes are easily spotted and potentially rejected. This stance is ironic given that AI skills are now expected in many roles, and recruiters themselves use AI to screen candidates.
If AI can help craft a more effective, aligned, and polished resume, boosting a candidate’s productivity, why should it be frowned upon? As long as the resume accurately represents one's skills and experiences, using AI should be seen as leveraging a tool to enhance presentation and productivity, not as a dishonest shortcut.
Emails and Presentations
In the workplace, AI tools have significantly improved my communication. I used to receive feedback about my lengthy emails. Now, I jot down all my raw thoughts and use ChatGPT (of-course by eliminating sensitive information or anonymizing them) to refine them into concise, impactful messages. This process not only saves time but also teaches me new vocabulary, phrases, and clearer communication techniques in a corporate setting.
Some might argue this approach hampers self-learning. On the contrary, it has enhanced my language skills and communication effectiveness. By analyzing how AI refines my drafts, I learn new ways to convey my ideas more clearly and succinctly.
"What about Plagiarism", you ask?
Honestly, this word, which wasn't used so frequently as before, has been doing the rounds more than ever. Came across one of the videos which probably explains it in the most clear way possible -
The Bottom Line
There are numerous other examples where AI tools prove beneficial. While publishing books or patents might require more meticulous attention, AI can still handle bulk work, provided proper attribution is given for verbatim and image references.
Like any technological advancement, AI has its pros and cons. It's like a copilot; its for your help. It cannot (and never will) make decisions - it's an aid to help humans arrive at the point of decision making, faster. It’s up to individuals to use it wisely, applying the often-overlooked skill of common sense. The key is to ensure that the content's quality and intent are never compromised, regardless of whether AI is involved.
I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!
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