Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques 157. Communicating the Future: Defining Where We Want AI to Take Us
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Aug 27, 2024 
Russ Altman, a bioengineering professor at Stanford University and host of The Future of Everything podcast, shares insights on the intersection of AI and communication. He emphasizes that AI is not a threat but a tool to enhance our messages. The conversation touches on how AI can improve clarity in communications, especially for non-native speakers, and its role in crafting compelling grant proposals. Altman highlights the importance of passion in communication, urging us to prioritize understanding our message and audience to foster creativity and connection.
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Authentic Communication in the Age of AI
- If you're worried about AI replacing your communication, examine your communication purpose.
- Ask yourself: Why am I communicating, what's my message, and am I authentic?
AI Feedback on Grant Proposal
- Russ Altman used a large language model to analyze his grant proposal.
- The model pointed out Altman's over-reliance on past achievements.
Effective Proposal Writing
- When drafting proposals, understand the recipient's mission and identify a significant problem.
- Present a focused sub-problem and your unique solution, outlining action items and the envisioned future state.