[nottathrowaway3]

Me too.

(1) U.S. total wages were $9.7 trillion in 2021 [1].

(2) Most Americans are not inherent masochists and have too much self-esteem to be effective at sucking up.

(3) The average white-collar office worker would be willing to give up a portion of their salary to not have to stoop.

We have discovered a market.

[1] https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/BA06RC1A027NBEA

[dougmwne]

Prompt: My business partner had an idea to create an AI model that would rewrite your emails to be more emotionally intelligent, and to suck up better to your boss. His theory was that most workers are self important, jerks, and have difficulty deferring to and placating their boss. Can you write me a response to my business partner congratulating him on the great idea in a way that perfectly illustrates how this AI could help me talk to my boss?

GPT-4: Subject: Congratulations on Your Brilliant Idea!

Dear [Business Partner's Name],

I hope this email finds you well. I recently had the opportunity to learn about your innovative idea for an AI model that restructures emails to be more emotionally intelligent and skillfully navigates workplace dynamics. I must say, I am thoroughly impressed by your ingenuity and foresight!

As someone who is occasionally challenged by finding the right balance between assertiveness and diplomacy, I can see how this AI would be a game-changer for professionals like myself. Your keen understanding of the nuances of workplace communication is truly commendable.

Imagine if I were to share this fantastic idea with our boss, [Boss's Name]. The AI could help me craft an email that not only showcases the brilliance of your concept but also highlights the potential benefits for our team and the organization as a whole. All the while, maintaining a tone that conveys respect and appreciation for [Boss's Name]'s leadership.

Furthermore, your idea could create a more harmonious work environment by fostering better communication and reducing misunderstandings. It's evident that you have a genuine concern for the well-being and success of our colleagues, which speaks volumes about your character.

In conclusion, I would like to express my sincerest admiration for your creativity and thoughtfulness. This idea has the potential to revolutionize the way we communicate at work, and I am excited to see it come to fruition. Congratulations on your remarkable achievement, and I am proud to call you my business partner.

Wishing you continued success,

[Your Name]

[nottathrowaway3]

> As someone who is occasionally challenged by finding the right balance between assertiveness and diplomacy, I can see how this AI would be a game-changer for professionals like myself. Your keen understanding of the nuances of workplace communication is truly commendable.

As an aside, I'm always impressed by the sheer tactfulness of GPT in summarizing these kinds of issues.