Any question answered...

Ok. So. Aura Carver or is that straight to the golf club? I want to avoid subscription services. One off fee. Photos from google or apple.

Others may know more about what’s available. Aura Carver looks to have the same resolution and frame size as Frameo, which is half the price and displays what I’d consider grainy images this day in age. The upload process on their app is a tad clunky, but easy enough once you’ve done it a couple of times.

We got one for grandparents years ago and it was a complete waste of money. They couldn’t work out how to use it, I tried to assist, it got put in a drawer where it probably still resides.

There must be some middle ground?
What does @amey think about them?

Obviously build one out of a Raspberry Pi, a replacement laptop screen and a photo frame. Then simply remotely tunnel to the Pi to add whichever pictures you want.

Which reminds me, I should really get that Raspberry Pi, replacement laptop screen and photo frame out of the box in the loft where they have been for the past five years ...

That's worse than Andy's answer.

We got one and my grandma turned it off every 5 min in case it used up too much power (although the heating is on 24/7).
Then it went in a drawer and never came out again. She was about 82 then, so not really into anything more technologically advanced than Freeview.

We push pics to their frame, so it’s easier for them. It’s something we enjoy, however, so I can see it becoming tedious.

For my team meetings, I often give my reports a chance to prep on something I want to talk about. Either email me thoughts beforehand or bring a clear answer/POVs to the meeting.

It's become apparent to me that my newest starter is using ChatGPT or similar - his answers/POVs are borderline gibberish, but very elaborately written.

It feels to me like I need to call it out because of the risks it brings in our day to day work.

Anyone had a similar conversation? How do I go about this? Do I simply call it out (privately obvs)?

Addressing this issue requires a balance of clear expectations, feedback, and an opportunity for the direct report to improve. Here's a step-by-step approach:

1. Assess the Situation
   Before addressing the issue, understand the extent to which they are relying on AI. Are they using it as a tool to assist them, or are they entirely outsourcing their responsibilities to AI? AI can be a powerful tool for efficiency, but if it's being used to avoid learning or contributing meaningfully, it can lead to a lack of accountability and skill development.

2. Schedule a One-on-One Meeting
   Set up a private meeting to discuss the issue. Make sure it’s a neutral and constructive setting where they feel comfortable discussing their approach.

3. Express Your Concerns Clearly
   In the meeting, begin by explaining that you’ve noticed they’ve been using AI extensively in their work. Frame this as a concern about their development and performance, rather than an attack on their work ethic.

Example:
"I’ve noticed you’ve been relying heavily on AI for tasks that are a significant part of your role. While I appreciate your initiative in adopting new tools, I’m concerned about the long-term impact on your skills development and the quality of the work being produced."

1. Focus on Learning and Growth
   Emphasize that AI can be a valuable tool, but it shouldn’t replace the core responsibilities and personal contributions expected of them. Highlight how relying too much on AI might hinder their growth, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
   
   

Example:
"AI is a tool, and it’s great for boosting productivity, but it’s important to develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. I want to ensure you’re learning and growing in the role, not just automating your tasks."

1. Set Clear Expectations
   Reinforce the expectations for their role. Outline the balance between using AI for efficiency and ensuring they’re still meeting the quality, creativity, and accountability standards that are required.
   
   

Example:
"Moving forward, I’d like you to focus on producing work that demonstrates your personal insight and expertise. Using AI should be complementary, not the primary source of output. Let’s work together to establish how you can integrate AI in a way that adds value to your development."

1. Offer Support and Development Opportunities
   Offer guidance on how they can improve in areas where they might be relying on AI too much. This could involve training, mentoring, or providing resources that help them build the skills they might be missing or avoiding by over-relying on AI.
   
   

Example:
"If you’re feeling unsure in certain areas, I’m happy to support you through training or additional resources. Let’s work together on improving these skills so that you can grow more confident in your role."

1. Follow Up
   After the conversation, continue to monitor their work and provide ongoing feedback. If they adjust and start to contribute more effectively, acknowledge their progress. If the issue persists, you may need to set more formal consequences or further clarify expectations.
   
   

By addressing the issue with understanding and focusing on growth, you can help guide your direct report to a better balance of leveraging AI while still contributing meaningfully to their role.

(Obvious response is obvious)

did lol

I think I was preoccupied with it pertaining to AI / something new, whereas in reality the tactics are entirely transferrable.

EDIT: yes, very good... however no one ever died because of carrying out a mentoring conversation badly.

What's the firm policy on Chat GPT?

Ours is a blanket cannot use public Chat GPT due to security and confidentiality risks which would make the conversation pretty easy.

No real policy has been communicated - thinking what one might seek help on, I envisage the queries being sufficiently general to not pose confidentiality risks. But you never know.

My concern was from a developmental point of view - the best in our team are the true critical thinkers; CnPing ChatGPT answers (which are often wrong, tbh) is not a good way to develop critical thinking skills.

Our professional bodies all vehemently warn against its use.

Top work, MarvGpt

at risk of a thread derail: responses here re. AI work submissions has led me to a small realisation, especially as the other day I had a client submit some content for me to work from recently that was fairly obviously a ChatGPT thing. I don't really give a fuck if people use it at work (climate issues aside), but my concern is inaccuracy.

Maybe it's an undue concern, but I worry if I'm handed something that feels like a pretty unedited AI creation, the person giving it to me also hasn't bothered to read it properly. What I was given the other day had a total logic failure about 2/3s of the way through

With great power...

#rep

I have one ethernet cable traipsing from my router to my desk (obvs this needs tidying because). My printer is a twat and connecting to the fucking wifi is painful.
What splitter do I need to turn this one cable into multiple (maybe 4?) that I can plug my laptop and my printer into.

You need a switch.

You need a switch. Plug your cable into it and then other cables to wherever you need them.
This kind of thing
https://www.amazon.co.uk/NETGEAR-Ethernet-Unmanaged-Internet-Splitter/dp/B07PYSNSDD

Your laptop has no way of directly connecting to the printer? You can’t run another ethernet cable from the router to the printer?

Printer is shared for the whole house, for some reason it won't connect to the wifi reliably.

Ignore the gpt bit and critique like you would as if produced by a human.