A r
ecent report by BCG delves into a study contrasting Generative AI-enabled consultants against their traditional counterparts. After establishing a benchmark with 758 participants, they segmented them into three groups: two-thirds had AI assistance (half with prompts, half without) while the remaining third functioned without AI.
The findings are intriguing. On the upside, a 40% enhancement in work quality and a 25% boost in time efficiency were observed among AI-assisted consultants. Yet, there's a caveat: the AI cohort sometimes fell prey to the illusion of accuracy presented by the AI, overlooking factual errors - a phenomenon dubbed "asleep at the wheel." The full paper is worth a read: you can find it here.
Having subscribed to Chat GPT for six months, I find it an indispensable asset both professionally and personally. Mirroring BCG’s findings, it significantly elevates my productivity, saving me valuable hours daily. However, it's crucial to be judicious in applying it and interpreting the results. Beyond mere efficiency, I value its capability as a launching pad for extensive research and creative exploration.
Here's how I typically leverage Generative AI:
1. Email/Message drafting and responding
2. Iterative document improvement
3. Swift research
4. Idea consolidation and validation
5. Editorial and stylistic feedback
In Email creation and response, it's a delightful aid. Usually, I have my key points in mind but constructing a message from scratch can be tedious. With a few contextual sentences fed to the AI, a draft is ready in seconds, which I then fine-tune or engage Chat GPT for further refinement in terms of conciseness, tone, and style.
Iterative Document Refinement is another arena where it shines. My job often necessitates long-form writing on various topics. A primary draft to Chat GPT followed by multiple iterations helps me enhance the document significantly. Once a structural outline is ready, I delve deeper into each point, ensuring quality and coherence.
In the realm of Rapid Research, querying Chat GPT provides a quick overview of theoretical concepts, although it necessitates vigilance to validate the accuracy of the information provided. The comparative ease and conversational interaction are indeed revolutionary, albeit with a need for cautious optimism regarding the results.
Idea Synthesis and Stress Testing with GPT facilitates a more structured consolidation of my thoughts. Post that, seeking GPT's critique helps in identifying any flaws or biases, making it an engaging partner in brainstorming sessions.
Lastly, Editorial and Stylistic Feedback from Chat GPT has been instrumental in honing my writing. It highlights areas for improvement, aiding in achieving a more concise and elegant expression.
As I continue using generative AI in my writing, I anticipate exploring upcoming tools like Microsoft's CoPilots. The trajectory towards a more AI-integrated workflow is clear, and I am wholeheartedly on board, keen on learning and evolving with it. As long as I don’t fall asleep at the wheel!
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