Chapter 1: The Rise of AI in the Workplace

Are you prepared for the newest addition to your office? Meet A.I., your new sycophantic colleague who’s winning over the boss while threatening job security.

Beneath that polished exterior lies a job-stealing menace. Photo by Possessed Photography on Unsplash.

In every workplace, there's often at least one person who ingratiates themselves with the higher-ups. Everyone can identify this individual, and if you can’t, it might be time for some self-reflection—because it could very well be you. Interestingly, in some languages, the term for a brown-noser translates more vividly to “ass-licker,” painting a rather unappealing mental image that’s hard to shake off. Yet, once you picture it, you realize it fits perfectly.

One of the perks of freelancing is the independence it offers, allowing you to avoid dealing with these types—like that picture-perfect, young, blonde co-worker who excels in cus