Published on 2024-12-08 14:00
A good friend asked me about an interesting “No AI” policy. Anthropic, an AI company, told candidates not to use AI when completing its job application form.
The timing matters. Many people are in transition, some from layoffs and others pursuing a new path.
Company policies reflect underlying values. Most just say “no AI” to assess raw talent, but I thought there might be a deeper message here.
So I asked Claude, Anthropic’s own AI assistant, what it thought. Here’s my POV that I shared, which I think better explains the policy:
“As AI democratizes IQ, efficiency, reach, content, and capability, more human superpowers like EQ, purposeful outcomes, deep community, authentic experiences, and human judgment become increasingly valuable.
As a result, AI becomes a potential skill leveler. Our human traits that can’t be easily replicated by AI become our most valuable assets.”
Swipe the carousel below to see Anthropic’s policy, Claude’s rationale, and its response to my take.
This goes beyond policy. It reflects how companies view the relationship between humans and AI. I believe every company should clearly communicate these beliefs in their mission, values, and even job posts.
What’s your take on Anthropic’s policy? And how is your company communicating its vision for human-AI collaboration?
UPDATE (Dec 9):
Added “potential” to AI being described as a skill leveler to reflect a more nuanced view of the future.
I’m truly appreciating the comments and discussion here. We’re engaging in meaningful conversation about AI’s role in society, how we use it responsibly, and its impact on work.
It shows we need more spaces for open discussions about AI, both its opportunities and challenges. While these conversations aren’t always comfortable, they’re important for figuring out how to move forward with AI thoughtfully. Love learning together.
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