Complaint: AI Gives Too Much Power to the "Yes Men"
feregri_no · x · 2026-09-02
A relatable tweet suggests that the proliferation of AI tools may be empowering unassertive "Yes Men" in the workplace. The text cites a bad experience where a boss hired an overconfident AI consultant, reflecting concerns that exaggerated or misused AI capabilities could lead to mediocre advice dominating.
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