A rewarding career is something that every youth yearns for. Technology has today equipped millions to explore and find their own paths, something that was not possible a hundred years ago. Thanks to OpenAI’s sensational chatbot ChatGPT, a lot of things have changed for good. While earlier, the normal course of action after graduating was to seek expert counsel to help decide on one’s next career move. However, now, AI seems to have come up with a viable alternative that not only offers guidance but also motivates users in the right direction. Recently, an AI enthusiast took to his Twitter account to share the responses from GPT-4. Rowan Cheung asked GPT-4, “what career advice would you like to give young people today.” And according to Cheung, the response is ‘scary good’. Response from GPT-4 1. Discover your passion: Explore interests and related career paths. 2. Develop a growth mindset: Embrace learning and challenges. 3. Build a strong foundation: Develop core skills like critical thinking. 4. Cultivate a professional network: Connect with people in your field. 5. Connect with people in your field. Pursue internships: Gain practical experience to build your resume. 6. Seek mentorship: Find experienced professionals for guidance. 7. Stay updated: Follow industry trends, news, and developments. 8. Invest in continuous learning: Take courses, workshops, and certifications. 9. Develop a personal brand: Showcase expertise through online presence. 10. Build a diverse skill set: Acquire complementary skills for an edge. 11. Set SMART goals: Establish focused and achievable career objectives. 12. Be open to change: Adapt to the evolving job market. 13. Practice time management: Prioritize tasks and personal development. 14. Learn from failure: Embrace setbacks as valuable lessons. 15. Emphasize soft skills: Develop interpersonal skills like teamwork. 16. Seek feedback: Request constructive criticism for improvement. 17. Maintain work-life balance: Prioritize self-care and set boundaries. 18. Be proactive: Actively pursue career opportunities. 19. Develop resilience: Cultivate the ability to bounce back from adversity. 20. Stay true to values: Align career choices with personal ethics. The prompt and its above responses show how GPT-4 understands the intent behind users' questions. The AI bot came up with some of the most practical and sensible tips that are usually imparted by experienced career counsellors. Amid the chatter about AI taking jobs, this goes on to suggest that there is one more job profile that has a threat looming - career counsellors. GPT-4 is a multimodal large language model created by OpenAI that was launched on March 14. A predecessor to GPT-3, the GPT-4 is faster in response and able to handle much more nuanced instructions. As of now, the premium ChatGPT Plus offers access to ChatGPT powered by GPT-4. The Plus subscription is priced at USD 20 per month.
