Why showing more of you is a smart move in the AI era
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AI is now better than us at almost everything: writing code, analysing data, even creating content.
But there’s one thing it still can’t replicate: being you.
I definitely grew up thinking that straight A’s and academic success was the golden ticket. But in this new world, that’s simply not enough anymore.
Companies are becoming increasingly:
- Hyper-agile
- Decentralised
- Community-driven
- Remote-first (mostly)
- Autonomously tracked
Soon, AI will run in the background 24/7, and many roles won’t be full-time jobs at all.
The future of business in 2025 and beyond will be built on three pillars:
- Your skills,
- your systems,
- and your personal brand.
In a world that feels more and more synthetic, trust is the new currency—and your personal brand is the only thing AI can’t automate.
It’s your moat, the best way to stay relevant and valuable. Now's the time to show more of yourself than ever before, and here’s how to get started in five practical steps:
1. Pick one skill and go deep on it
Lifelong learning isn’t optional anymore, it’s the baseline. Choose a skill you enjoy and that has long-term value, and chip away at it daily. It could be writing, video editing, storytelling, public speaking—whatever energises you. These creative and communication skills won’t be replaced by AI, they’ll be enhanced by it.
Action: Find something you want to master and commit to consistent progress. A little each day builds up fast.
2. Make AI your co-pilot, not your competition
I believe AI isn’t here to take your place, it’s here to give you leverage. So many still underestimate its power, but the real opportunity is in learning to use it as a tool to multiply your output. The ones who thrive won’t be those who resist itm but those who partner with it.
Action: Start small, use AI to streamline your work, generate ideas, or improve your speed. Adapt or risk being left behind.
3. Turn skills into income
I’ve realised over the past year that the real power play in today’s world is solving problems for others, and getting paid for it. It’s not about mastering everything; it’s about packaging what you know in a way that creates value—products, services, content, or community.
Action: Start something of your own—a podcast, digital product, masterclass—anything that helps others and builds your leverage.
4. Curate your environment
The people you surround yourself with shape your mindset and momentum. There’s so much noise out there, which makes it even more important to be intentional about who you listen to. I try to follow people who are living the future, not those stuck in the past.
Action: Follow people who build things, embrace change, and inspire action.
5. Build your personal brand
I truly believe your online presence is no longer a “nice to have”, it’s a strategic asset. It’s how people find you, trust you, and decide to work with you. It’s not just about social media posts, it’s about showing your values, experience, and perspective in different ways. It builds connection, and ultimately, opportunity.
Action: Share your journey, teach what you know and start building trust through content that educates, inspires, or entertains.
The bottom line
The future is uncertain, and we’re all figuring it out as we go—but by taking these five steps, you’ll give yourself real leverage in a world that’s moving fast.
Hope that helps!
Speak soon,
Dupé
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