Using ChatGPT to supercharge your career - with Ben Gold

Apr 9, 2024

Ben Gold, an AI consultant and the world's first video game champion, dives into the transformative power of ChatGPT for career development. He discusses effective strategies for using AI to enhance job searches, craft standout resumes, and even network on LinkedIn. Gold emphasizes the significance of clear prompts to maximize AI's potential and warns against becoming overly reliant on technology. He also explores the evolving landscape of work, blending AI advancements with the need for genuine human connection in professional settings.

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#177: Ben Gold is an AI consultant, thought leader and speaker. He explains how you can use ChatGPT to further your career, identify your perfect job, and network with other professionals.

What you’ll learn

[2:12] How Ben became a world-renowned video game champion.
[3:18] What generative AI means and the difference between AI algorithms and large language models.
[4:48] The best large language model that currently exists.
[6:45] How to use ChatGPT to help you get a job.
[8:32] What you need to work with large language models successfully.
[9:33] The six areas of work AI can do for you.
[11:06] The benefits of using the paid version of ChatGPT.
[14:59] How to use context effectively in your prompts for ChatGPT.
[16:30] The amount of background information you should use in your prompts.
[18:10] Ways to use generative AI to find the best career for you.
[22:38] How much faith you should put in the output of ChatGPT.
[26:03] How to stop generative AI from replacing your job.
[27:50] How ChatGPT can help you network on LinkedIn.
[33:26] The loss of real online human connection.
[35:01] How to keep up to date with AI advancements in your field.
[37:40] The aspects of career coaching that AI will replace.
[38:51] How to get started with generative AI.

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https://changeworklife.com/using-chatgpt-to-supercharge-your-career/

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