How to Talk About Your AI Use Transparently
Being open about using AI doesn’t make your work less valid. Transparency builds trust. Tell people how you used AI—whether it was for brainstorming, outlining, refining, or fact-checking. When AI is part of your process, say so, just like you would credit a collaborator or tool. It doesn’t weaken your work—it shows clarity and integrity.
Showing Your Process to Prove Your Effort
When you can demonstrate your steps—drafts, refinements, prompts, choices—it becomes clear that you're not "cheating." You're collaborating. Screenshots of prompt iterations, side-by-side comparisons, or annotated edits all show that real work went into shaping the output. Don’t just show the final product—show the journey.
Reframing the Value of Modern, AI-Enhanced Work
The stigma around AI often comes from fear, misunderstanding, or outdated assumptions about creativity. But using new tools has always been part of human progress. AI-enhanced work is still human work—it’s just evolved. Reframe it as a sign of adaptability, not dependency. This is the future of literacy and innovation, and you’re helping to define what that looks like.