Unlocking Gen AI’s full potential: The 95% confidence trick

Mar 3, 2025

Unlocking the true potential of AI can be a game-changer. Discover why AI often misses the mark without context and how to fix it by treating AI like a conversation partner. Learn the 95% Confidence Rule for clarifying questions that lead to better results. Hear about crafting persuasive sales emails with AI while ensuring it understands your goals. Plus, get practical tips for navigating tough AI questions, making your interactions smoother and more productive.

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INSIGHT

AI Misconception

Many assume Gen AI understands prompts perfectly and delivers immediately.
It actually needs context to avoid making wrong assumptions and perform well.

ADVICE

Converse with AI

Treat Gen AI like a human colleague, engaging in conversation rather than giving direct orders.
This approach helps AI understand your needs by allowing clarifying questions.

ADVICE

Sales Email Prompting

Begin by stating your goals for the email, not the content itself.
Then, ask the AI clarifying questions until it reaches 95% confidence.

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Ever feel like AI-generated content just isn’t hitting the mark? That’s because most people expect AI to get things right on the first try—but that’s not how it works. In this episode of How I Work, Dr. Amantha Imber sits down with Inventium’s Gen AI expert, Neo Aplin, to reveal a powerful trick that transforms AI from a basic tool into a true collaborator. The secret? Get AI to interview you first before it generates anything. This simple yet game-changing approach ensures better, more relevant results—every time.

What You’ll Learn:

Why AI often gets things wrong without proper context—and how to fix it

The 95% Confidence Rule: How to make AI ask clarifying questions before responding

How treating AI like a conversation partner improves content quality

A step-by-step example of using this method for sales emails

What to do when AI asks a question you can’t answer

How to refine AI-generated content through iterative Q&A

Next time you prompt AI, add this line: Before you respond, ask me any questions you need until you are 95% confident in doing a great job.

Want to master Gen AI? Check out Inventium’s Gen AI Productivity System, a self-paced online course designed to help you work smarter and reclaim hours every week. Get started at https://inventium.com.au/genai/

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Credits:

Host: Amantha Imber

Sound Engineer: Martin Imber

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