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Quick Intro
To understand why this is a game-changer, first, you must understand who I am and what I do for a living. If you are new to my work, my name is Lester, but feel free to call me Les. I’m a founder with a successful exit under my belt. These days, I’m the exec chair for a group of ecom brands, but at my core, I’m an award-winning performance marketer.
What is Operator and why it’s a game-changer
Operator helps US-based PRO users perform browser activities like filling out forms and ordering groceries; it can even help you create memes. It interacts with web pages by clicking, typing, and scrolling like a human. A new AI model powers Operator called Computer Using Agent (CUA), combined with GPT-4’s vision and capabilities for advanced reasoning. This is what allows it to understand what is happening on a website.
How I use Operator
Ah yes, the reason why my biz partner may beat my you-know-what. First, I need to explain the core of any business. Most businesses operate on some form of arbitrage, whether it’s sourcing a product at a lower cost and selling it at a higher price, or offering a service where the cost to deliver is lower than the price charged.
The good, the bad, and the kind of ugly
The good 👍
- I like the fact that I can operate independently without having to wait for a coworker or a developer to help. If you are anything like me, you know exactly what I mean by that. I would rather wash my eyes with bleach than wait for someone.
- I also love that I can speak, and it appears. I do not have to write a fancy brief or send ten gazillion emails to get what I want.
- I love the fact that it is centralized. I don’t need ten apps and integrations to do one thing. I allow it to log into things like Google Sheets and copy the info.
The bad 👎
- It’s not all the way there. It is AI. It does weird AI stuff, like hallucinating and providing incorrect and nonsensical information. I stay patient and keep it pushing.
- It’s slow, but still faster than me at getting the job done. Honestly, I can’t even call that a real complaint.
- It was asking me for confirmation way too much. This meant Operator would stop and sit there waiting for my input while I was off living my best life. Time wasted. To combat this, I turned on notifications to see if that improves the time between confirmations. I will let you know how it goes.
The kinda ugly 🥴
Sure, there are flaws and things that could be better, but at this moment, the real issue is me. I wish I could think of even more creative ways to use it.
How to make money with OpenAI Operator
With any emerging technology, there will always be a group of people who: need help implementing, do not have the time to do it themselves. There’s potential to build a business around either of these scenarios.
How to turn Operator into a side hustle
- AI automation as a service – Offer automation services to businesses that want to streamline repetitive tasks like data entry, email responses, or customer support.
- AI-powered lead generation and sales automation – Use Operator to send personalized messages to potential leads on LinkedIn about your product or service.
- AI-powered e-commerce – Use Operator to automatically list, update, and optimize product listings on eBay, Amazon, or Shopify.
Conclusion
Operator is a tool that makes us more efficient and provides an opportunity to win back some of our time. The real opportunity is looking within and asking yourself, what can AI help me do?
My Two Cents
So, is Operator worth it? Like most things in life, it depends. The price of $200 is relative and depends on how you use it. If you are using it to book your Airbnb or something like that, I am hard-pressed to find any reason to justify paying $200 for the luxury of not doing it yourself (unless this is your job).
FAQs
Q: Is Operator worth the $200 price tag?
A: It depends on how you use it. If you are using it to book your Airbnb or something like that, it may not be worth it. However, if you are using it to automate repetitive tasks and increase efficiency, it may be a good investment.
Q: What are some potential use cases for Operator?
A: Some potential use cases include automating data entry, email responses, customer support, and e-commerce tasks.
Q: Is Operator limited by its technology?
A: Yes, Operator is limited by its technology. However, it is still a powerful tool that can help automate repetitive tasks and increase efficiency.
Q: Can I use Operator for free?
A: No, Operator is a paid service that requires a subscription.
