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HBR Guide to Generative AI for Managers
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HBR Guide to Generative AI for Managers

by Elisa Farri, Gabriele Rosani
February 2025
Intermediate to advanced
288 pages
3h 52m
English
Harvard Business Review Press
Audiobook available
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Chapter 2 Generative AI as a Co-Pilot and Co-Thinker

Managers can collaborate with generative AI through two primary modes: Co-Pilot and Co-Thinker.

When used as a Co-Pilot, gen AI becomes the manager’s efficient collaborator, handling a wide range of administrative, communication, and operational tasks. Tasks that are better suited for Co-Pilot interaction are those where the manager’s main contribution is the initial direction, final review, and validation of the output.

When used as a Co-Thinker, gen AI becomes the manager’s thought partner, engaging in conversation, suggesting new perspectives, and challenging assumptions or ideas. Tasks that are better suited for a Co-Thinker interaction require methodological guidance and structured reflection ...

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ISBN: 9798892790482