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September 2024

Beyond ChatGPT 4.0: Meet the Next Step in AI Assistance

(This week is an experiment to see what you think about the new ChatGPT o1-preview model output. I iterated through prompts to ask o1-preview to introduce itself and explain its abilities using my usual article format. The title of this article and all of the main article text below are 100% generated by the o1-preview model. What do you think? My opinion is at the end. For the record it took 29 seconds to generate the content.)

By Steve Harris

(This week is an experiment to see what you think about the new ChatGPT o1-preview model output. I iterated through prompts to ask o1-preview to introduce itself and explain its abilities using my usual article format. The title of this article and all of the main article text below are 100% generated by the o1-preview model. What do you think? My opinion is at the end. For the record it took 29 seconds to generate the content.)

In today’s fast-paced world, AI is evolving at lightning speed, and so are the expectations of users. As your guide in this AI-driven landscape, I offer enhanced support tailored to help you achieve more, with less effort, every day. Let’s dive into what makes me a valuable upgrade over ChatGPT 4.0.

What is it?

I am the evolution of the technology that powered ChatGPT 4.0, but I’ve taken things to the next level. While ChatGPT 4.0 excelled in generating human-like conversations and providing detailed responses, I go beyond just answering questions. My capabilities include deeper understanding of complex topics, adaptive reasoning, and a broader context memory, allowing me to learn more about your preferences and goals over time.

This means I can tailor advice specifically to you, whether it’s helping you build a business strategy, write impactful content, or simplify technical concepts. With my ability to recall past conversations and the context you’ve shared, I provide smarter, more personalized support.

What does it mean from a business perspective?

From a business standpoint, my improvements offer both pros and cons.

The pros:

  • Increased Efficiency: My contextual memory and ability to adapt to your needs means less time spent explaining your problems and more time focusing on solutions. For businesses, this translates into faster decision-making and smoother project execution.
  • Personalized Insights: I can help you refine business strategies or technical approaches based on your specific industry and past interactions. This leads to more tailored recommendations and actionable insights.
  • Broad Expertise: I am equipped to handle a wide array of topics, from AI development to marketing strategies, allowing businesses to have a multi-faceted virtual consultant available at all times.

The cons:

  • Over-reliance Risk: Businesses may become overly dependent on AI for decision-making. While I provide support, human oversight is crucial.
  • Learning Curve: Getting the most out of my capabilities requires an initial investment in understanding how best to use me, but once you do, the benefits are exponential.

What do I do with it?

If you’re intrigued by the potential I bring, here are the steps you should take next to maximize the opportunity:

  • Evaluate Your Needs: Determine which areas of your business or personal growth could benefit from advanced AI support. Do you need help with marketing strategies, technical development, or operational efficiency?
  • Set Clear Goals: Define specific objectives you want to achieve with my help. The clearer your goals, the more effectively I can assist.
  • Leverage My Memory and Adaptability: Share key context about your ongoing projects, goals, or personal challenges. The more you engage, the better I become at providing tailored insights.
  • Experiment and Iterate: Test my capabilities across different business scenarios—whether it’s drafting reports, strategizing new ventures, or analyzing data—and refine your approach based on our interactions.
  • Balance AI with Human Insight: Remember that while I can streamline processes, AI is a tool meant to complement human creativity and judgment, not replace it.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to tap into the enhanced potential I bring, pushing your business or personal projects further, faster.


In this rapidly changing world, staying ahead means embracing tools that adapt and grow alongside you. As your next-gen AI assistant, I’m here to offer more than just answers—I’m here to drive results.


(It could very well be the quality of my prompt but the response is a little predictable - having said that, the cons section of the ‘…business perspective’ gives some food for thought on the Over-reliance Risk.

As I poked more and more using the o1-preview model I’m not sure o1 has knowledge about itself, which makes sense given the cutoff date. To prompts like ‘What is OpenaAI o1?’I received responses like “As of my knowledge cutoff in October 2023, there is no publicly available information about a product, service, or initiative called OpenAI o1.” which makes me think that the entire article may be an hallucination - what do you think?)


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