Is Using AI Cheating? Let’s Set the Record Straight.

Let’s talk about a myth that needs to be shattered.

Some people say using AI is “cheating.” That it’s a shortcut. That it’s not real work.

I call BS.

AI isn’t cheating—it’s a productivity tool. Just like calculators for math, Photoshop for design, or Grammarly for editing. It doesn’t replace your brain—it amplifies it.

Here’s the truth: AI is only as smart as the input you give it. If you’re feeding it bland, generic prompts, you’ll get bland, generic results. But if you give it your unique perspective, your expertise, your bold takes? AI becomes a game-changer.

Want proof? I’ll give you mine.

I have a learning disorder. Writing has never been easy for me. My brain moves in 10 different directions at once, my words get mixed up, and what I mean to say doesn’t always come out the way I want it to.

But guess what? That doesn’t mean I don’t have value to share.

So I built a custom GPT trained on my thoughts, my brand, my experiences, and my voice. It doesn’t create for me—it helps me clarify, refine, and speed up my process.

And that’s not cheating. That’s working smarter.

So let’s stop shaming people for using AI and start having real conversations about how to use it effectively. AI isn’t here to take away originality—it’s here to help us execute on our ideas faster and better.

So tell me—where do you stand?

Do you think using AI is cheating?

Or do you see it as a tool to work smarter, not harder?