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This is an example of the ‘capability overhang’ phenomenon I’ve been talking about re language models for a while – existing LLMs are *far more capable than we think*. All it takes is some experimentation and finding experts to find new ways to phrase questions and you can wind up with extraordinarily powerful capability jumps *without retraining the model*.
Import AI 314: Language Models + Text-to-Speech; Emergent Cooperation in Wargames; ICML Bans LLM-written Papers
Jack Clark
That said, much like [internal communication](https://lethain.com/internal-comms-execs/), networking is a relatively mechanical skill. Building a large network doesn’t require genius socialization skills, it only requires ongoing focus and attention.
Building Your Executive Network.
lethain.com
Asking for help with shame says: You have the power over me.
Asking with condescension says: I have the power over you.
But [[asking for help with gratitude::highlight]] says: We have the power to help each other.
The Art of Asking: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Let People Help
Startupy
...catch up on these, and many more highlights
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