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As AI technology evolves at breakneck speed, one question stands out: how can businesses make decisions that are faster, more accurate, and more competitive?
In a recent session hosted by Unicorn University, former LINE Taiwan General Manager and tech innovator Sting Tao took participants on a deep dive into how AI is transforming business thinking and decision-making, under the theme “The Essence of Business Decision-Making in the Age of AI.”
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“Do you see AI as a tool or as a colleague?” Sting opened with this thought-provoking question, sparking lively reaction among attendees.
When AI is viewed only as a tool, people tend to abandon it when the results aren’t good enough. But when it’s treated as a colleague, users are more inclined to guide, refine, and collaborate with it—ultimately improving its performance. When AI gives poor answers, it’s often a user problem. Learning to craft effective prompts is key to unlocking AI's full potential.
Today, AI is no longer just an auxiliary resource—it’s a thinking partner that can co-create value with humans. The real breakthroughs happen when we learn to work with AI, unlocking its full potential for exponential productivity gains.
No matter how advanced technology becomes, the fundamentals of decision-making remain constant: clarify the situation, define the purpose, and identify the resources before taking action.
Human value lies in making choices among many possibilities. Yet, due to cognitive limits and slower processing speed, people can’t generate dozens—or hundreds—of ideas in seconds. This is where AI excels: offering a wealth of options and rapid analysis so humans can focus on higher-level strategic decisions.
In practice, both individuals and organizations should adopt the “AI First” mindset: before doing any task, first ask if AI can handle it. If it can, there’s no reason to do it manually. This isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about redefining competitiveness.
Four stages of AI adoption:
During the session, Sting showcased his own AI workflows. For example, market research that once took weeks can now be done in eight minutes using DeepResearch. Simply input the topic and criteria, and AI aggregates global data, cites sources automatically, and delivers actionable reports—leapfrogging traditional timelines.
AI wasn’t just a buzzword—it became a true partner in decision-making. It enables individuals to become what Sting calls “super individuals”: armed with vast knowledge, lightning-fast execution, and the freedom to focus on what truly matters.
Through prompt engineering and the strategic use of multiple models and tools, both individuals and organizations can deliver high-quality results in minutes instead of weeks, securing a decisive competitive edge.
As the AI revolution accelerates, adopting the AI First mindset isn’t just about working faster—it’s about redefining the value of both people and organizations. Let’s rethink our workflows, keep learning, and embrace AI as a trusted partner in our decision-making journey.
