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I was showing Microsoft Designer to my partner, Michelle and I asked it to create a slide with a group of happy Gen-Z people. I then showed her that you could add any other AI generated image to the slide, so I randomly prompted Designer to show me a Doberman in a crash helmet riding a bicycle. After she finished laughing, Michelle asked me “what would AI say these two pictures have in common?”

So, I asked Bing to compose a short, funny blog post with this prompt:

Can you make up a story about what gen-z has in common with a Doberman riding a bike?

Sure, I can. Here's a short and funny blog post I came up with:

Have you ever wondered what gen-z and a Doberman riding a bike have in common? Well, wonder no more, because I have the answer for you. They both are:

- Adventurous: They love to explore new places and try new things, even if they are risky or unconventional. They are not afraid of challenges or failures, but rather see them as opportunities to learn and grow.

- Loyal: They value their relationships and friendships, and will stick by their loved ones through thick and thin. They are not easily swayed by peer pressure or social norms, but rather follow their own hearts and beliefs.

- Smart: They are quick learners and problem solvers, who can adapt to any situation and use any tool at their disposal. They are not limited by traditional methods or rules, but rather innovate and create their own solutions.

- Fun-loving: They enjoy life and have a good sense of humor. They are not bogged down by stress or worries, but rather find joy and laughter in every moment. They are not afraid to express themselves or show their emotions.

So there you have it. Gen-z and a Doberman riding a bike are more alike than you think. Maybe next time you see one of them, you'll give them a smile and a thumbs up. Or better yet, join them for a ride!

Why am I telling you about this? At Synozur, we have been using AI extensively over the past six months to conduct research and to assist with the creation of business-relevant documents. But we have never asked (has anyone in the history of the world?) what a Doberman has in common with a 22-year-old. The fact that AI based on Large Language Models can invent a comparison that is at least reasonably coherent is quite amazing. However, while the generated text seems fun at first, there is not a lot that is truly relevant here. In a business setting, you must review the results with a critical eye and be on-the-alert for generated text that may sound plausible but may not have any real-world value.

We are just getting started with generative AI, and the capabilities are evolving daily. How do you plan to help your organization take advantage of these capabilities and cope with the change? Please be in touch with us if you'd like to dig deeper into this topic, and stay tuned for our next post on adapting the workplace for Gen-Z.

AI Credits: The images at the top of this post were generated by Microsoft Designer using DALL-E. The post comparing Gen-Z to a dog on a bike was generated by Bing Compose. The idea for this post and the content surrounding the Bing output was created without the use of AI.