I’ll say it: Generative AI isn’t some mystical, complex differentiator…

I'll say it: Generative AI isn't (anymore) some mystical, complex differentiator that requires special know-how in prompt engineering for L&D professionals.

These days, it's just another tool--one that I think our clients and stakeholders are right to expect us to have basic competency in.

Just like MS Office, Storyline, Rise, Vyond, Trint, Visio... have all become part of our expected skillset in L&D, I'll posit that knowing how to craft basic AI prompts to generate "relevant" content (however that's defined) isn’t a specialized skill anymore; it’s table stakes.

What’s more interesting for me these days is how/where LXDs are embedding AI into learning experiences in ways that go beyond productivity hacks.

Broadly speaking, here are some thoughts.

• AI-powered roleplay interactions.
  Think: GPTs for leadership training, coaching difficult conversations, or even practicing negotiation skills with an AI-driven character that adapts to the learner’s responses.

• On-the-job performance support.
  Think: Instead of a static job aid, AI can act as a contextual assistant—guiding employees in the moment, answering real-time questions, and providing dynamic feedback.

• Conversational learning.
  Think: Leveraging AI's natural language capabilities to create interactive, adaptive learning experiences rather than just using it to generate content faster.

I think the real conversations aren't about whether AI will replace us anymore (*tired sigh...*). More compelling for me is how we, as learning professionals, can evolve from using AI as a content generator to an enabler of rich, interactive, and meaningful learning experiences.

How is your L&D team integrating AI beyond just content generation? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear what’s working for you.