I've Spent 20 Years Studying Focus. Here's How I Use AI to Multiply My Time and Save 21 Weeks of Work a Year AI is supposed to save time, but 77% of employees say it often costs more time due to all the editing it requires. Instead of helping, it can become a distraction. But don't worry — there's a better way.

By Ben Angel

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Your time is worth $50, $100 or even $200 an hour. Then why is AI costing you hours instead of saving them?

Here's the irony — a recent Upwork study shows 77% of employees say AI is actually hurting their productivity. Why? They're stuck revising AI-generated content. AI gets you part of the way, but you end up spending even more time tweaking and fixing than you save. Frustrating, right?

It's not just a time drain—it creates cognitive overload, pulling your focus away from what really matters. But there's a way to use AI that can actually save you weeks of work a year. In this week's video, I'll show you how in three simple steps.

Download the free "AI Success Kit" (limited time only). And you'll also get a free chapter from Ben's brand new book, "The Wolf is at The Door - How to Survive and Thrive in an AI-Driven World".

Ben Angel

Entrepreneur Network Contributor

Tackle AI's toughest questions with Ben Angel, mapping the business terrain for 20 years. Master the AI landscape and reach peak productivity and profits with insights from his latest work, "The Wolf is at The Door — How to Survive and Thrive in an AI-Driven World." Click here to download your 'Free AI Success Kit' and get your free chapter from his latest book today.

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