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Where AI should not decide first, in practice

October 7, 2026

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"Where humans have more context, AI should not decide first" is true, and it's broad. What does it look like on a Tuesday?

My co-host Trisha Merriam pushed for specifics on the show. She asked Erin Wiggers where people repeatedly start with AI and it doesn't pan out.

Erin's answer started with a reframe.

"I think don't let it decide, let it surface the decision."

And what it buys you:

"Having it where you're in the driver's seat all the time and not just letting it make decisions. You're in a better spot. And you at least are aware that those decisions were made."

Set yourself up for the moment AI asks you a question, and you're still the one deciding.

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Where this came from

What AI Should Never Decide First — AI Readiness, Part 1

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