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Forbes
26-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
5 ChatGPT Mistakes That Are Keeping You Broke
One in eight people on earth use ChatGPT, but many are still using it ineffectively ChatGPT crossed over one billion users within a two and a half years since its launch. It's permeated thousands of workplaces worldwide and has been the catalyst to set off the AI revolution. But even though one in eight of the global population are using this generative AI tool, there are still many professionals who are not utilizing it the way it should be. Incorporating AI into your workflow or using it to help you make money as a freelancer is not as simple as plug-and-play and hope for the best. You need to be strategic and ensure that you're avoiding making the common mistakes that others are falling into, so that you stand out in an AI-ridden job market. In this article, we'll explore a few common mistakes that both employed professionals and freelancers make when using ChatGPT, and how to fix them easily. The 5 Biggest Mistakes ChatGPT Users Make No doubt you've heard, 'Generative AI will replace your job,' or 'ChatGPT will make you money.' And while both statements are true to a great extent, here's the part you need to know even more importantly: Here are the mistakes you're likely already repeating every day you use ChatGPT, plus how to remedy them: If you use AI outputs to write your content for you, you have a big problem. Here's what you should do instead: Let AI assist you in outlining, brainstorming, researching, and grammar-checking. Even use it to give you ideas to spruce up your existing content. But never copy-paste ChatGPT word-for-word and pass it off as your own. Also, don't forget to incorporate personal stories and insight into your content. This makes you more relatable, and more trust, connections, and rapport, leads to more partnerships, clients, and job opportunities. People are the currency of business after all. There's nothing wrong in using AI to write your resume, but you must know where your limits are. After all, only you can sell your story honestly. ResumeNow's recent Hiring Trends survey of more than 900 professionals noted that most recruiters and talent managers are cautious about candidates using AI to create their resumes, noting that their should be regulations in place or this can cost them their jobs. 'Workers using AI to write applications should do so thoughtfully,' ResumeNow suggests. "While AI can help with formatting and phrasing, employers still expect authenticity and personalization. An AI-generated skills section should only include skills that the candidate actually has. 'Job seekers should review and edit AI-generated content to ensure it accurately reflects their experience, avoids exaggeration, and includes specific, human details that demonstrate genuine interest in the role,' the report advises, before adding: 'Using AI to apply for jobs is efficient, but it must be done with care.' Stop using AI as a replacement for your own critical thinking skills. While it helps to have a second pair of eyes or an assistant, a fresh MIT study revealed some insight into the fact that repetitively using tools like ChatGPT could potentially negatively impact your critical reasoning skills. So it's essential to allow your expertise to lead the way and allow AI to guide you along the process. Do this instead: Every now and then, practice stepping away and performing cognitive functions without using AI. This helps you in situations like a live negotiation, when you're in a meeting or confronted with a situation that doesn't permit you the time to 'check with ChatGPT.' In times like these, this skill set becomes invaluable and a direct precursor to financial and career success. This shouldn't need to be said but it must be said: stop sending bots into emails and DMs. How would you like it if you received a generic, robotic outreach email or LinkedIn InMail? Cold pitching is already something that puts people's backs up initially, so why make it harder for yourself and place any roadblock in the way? Instead, try this: Use ChatGPT to write the template and research the individual you're reaching out to, then personalize your outreach. Never build your entire freelance business model off AI. It's not worth it. You'll look fake in the end and it will seriously hurt your profits. Instead, focus on: ChatGPT can certainly boost your salary and your income, but you've got to know how to wield this tool ethically, learn the guardrails, and balance with your personal expertise. After all, whether you're freelancing or employed in a traditional job sense, that's why they hired you. Every now and then, exercise your brain and practice independent thinking outside of AI FAQs How do I avoid ChatGPT and Gen AI making me sound fake and robotic? Audit your AI usage, and focus on defining your personal voice and let that shine through. Rewrite in your words, edit the output, and use the AI results as a rough outline. Most importantly, blend your unique insights and stories. Is prompt engineering a high-income skill? Yes it is, but you can only build a high income by combining your prompting skills with your own expertise and domain knowledge, to produce the highest quality results.
Forbes
30-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Why Mental Health Awareness Month Is A Priority For Inclusive Leaders
Mental Health is a priority. getty How many know that Mental Health Awareness Month originated in 1949 by the National Mental Health Association(now Mental Health America)? It started as a week but extended to a month, designed to provide awareness and resources to support mental health. Some 76 years later, we, as a nation as well as workplaces, remain challenged by how to care for and help those with mental health challenges. Consider the many told and untold stories about leaders succumbing to workplace pressures. Conversely, some struggle without care, which causes behavioral outbursts that can impact or harm others. This month provides an opportunity for inclusive leaders to not only reflect and care for their mental well-being but also to educate and raise awareness about integration for those who struggle with mental illnesses in the workplace. This article will highlight how mental health impacts the workplace and provide strategies inclusive leaders can leverage to gain support as they navigate the requirements for a truly inclusive workplace. According to The World Health Organization, mental health disorders include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, neurodevelopmental disorders, and more. The 2025 Work in America Survey cites 82% of workers who say the workplace environment moderately or drastically negatively impacts their mental health. Additionally, 70% report increased stressors around job security amidst policy and economic changes. Mental health is also a concern across generations. A Deloitte Study says Gen Z (39%) and Millennials (33%) are concerned about mental health. These statistics indicate that mental health is a core topic that deserves attention as we strive to create welcoming, productive, and innovative workplaces. Mental health is a priority because of its proximity and impact on the workplace. Employees impacted by mental health can be challenged with work assignments, team dynamics, and communicating values. Equally, leaders can struggle to provide adequate support for those who identify as having mental health issues that require accommodation. Research says several factors can be the cause: inadequate workplace culture, availability of mental health resources, and requisite knowledge from responsible stakeholders. The world at large carries many challenges, and inclusive leaders must be well-equipped to deal with challenges that come their way on an ongoing basis. A while back, I wrote an article about Simone Biles and how she had to prioritize her mental health as she navigated the pressures around leadership and winning in the Olympics. She decided to exit the Olympics and focus on strengthening her mental well-being. A decision that won her praise and changed her career trajectory as she became an ambassador for mental health. Inclusive Leaders, similarly, can face a great deal of pressure around getting inclusion right in the workplace. Consider how many dimensions of diversity make up the workplace and the pressure to be inclusive. Since we're talking about mental health awareness month, let's acknowledge the many complexities involved in better understanding disorders in that space. This is a large task for those who strive to be inclusive leaders. Below are four strategies to help inclusive leaders care for their mental well-being while on the transformative leadership journey.
