AI Won't Replace You—But It Will Expose How You Think

The Rise of AI and the Mentorship Dilemma We live in an era where AI tools can generate code, draft emails, and even provide instant coaching advice with just a few prompts. It’s tempting to think, “Why do I need a mentor when I can just ask ChatGPT?” AI has made knowledge more accessible than ever before. It’s fast, non-judgmental, and always available. You don’t have to worry about rejection, criticism, or human bias. AI is the ultimate people-pleaser—it gives you the answers you seek, no matter how you phrase your questions. But here’s the problem: AI doesn’t replace mentorship—it highlights the gaps in how we think. I often hear mentees in the tech industry say:

Mar 17, 2025 - 22:27
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AI Won't Replace You—But It Will Expose How You Think

The Rise of AI and the Mentorship Dilemma

We live in an era where AI tools can generate code, draft emails, and even provide instant coaching advice with just a few prompts. It’s tempting to think, “Why do I need a mentor when I can just ask ChatGPT?”

AI has made knowledge more accessible than ever before. It’s fast, non-judgmental, and always available. You don’t have to worry about rejection, criticism, or human bias. AI is the ultimate people-pleaser—it gives you the answers you seek, no matter how you phrase your questions.

But here’s the problem: AI doesn’t replace mentorship—it highlights the gaps in how we think.

I often hear mentees in the tech industry say: