Beyond Productivity: Using AI for Personal Self-Development [ukr]
Most people use artificial intelligence primarily as a productivity tool — to complete tasks faster and more efficiently. But can AI also help us grow faster and become better versions of ourselves?
On the one hand, AI as a plan designer helps define the steps needed to achieve personal goals. AI as a reflective partner can analyze your voice journal — structuring chaotic thoughts, identifying patterns, and uncovering unexpected insights — and enables deeper reflection on articles, books, and videos. AI as a sparring partner creates a safe space to practice skills in simulations — from job interviews and difficult conversations to improving your English. AI as a tutor allows you to acquire new knowledge and skills at your own pace.
On the other hand, there is a risk of the illusion of competence — how can you know that you have truly mastered knowledge and skills with the help of AI if you are not an expert in the field? Moreover, some studies suggest cognitive atrophy caused by outsourcing thinking and using AI as a crutch for reasoning.
So, is using AI about accelerated growth or gradual degradation? During the talk, the speaker will present the results of a practical experiment with real cases and explore whether AI can help us become better versions of ourselves.
- Consultant on generative AI implementation and adoption. Clients include DTEK, Vodafone, Philip Morris, Ukrainian Ministries, the EU Delegation to Ukraine, the EU Advisory Mission to Ukraine, UNICEF, OSCE, Starlight Media, 1+1 Media, and dozens of other organizations
- Lecturer of the “Artificial Intelligence for Business” course in the General MBA program at the International Institute of Business
- Expert of the “Artificial Intelligence for Business” course by Google
- AI education partner of Prometheus, Diia.Education, and Laba
- Collaborated with Master of Code Global, a global leader in AI-powered conversational solutions. Previously worked at the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine (2019–2022)
- Co-host of the YouTube show “What’s Up with AI?”
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