The Funny Truth About Every AI Laggard

When AI first hit our ears and eyes, the reactions were wild. Some people panicked and said, “That’s it, work is over!” Others shook their heads, insisting, “AI is not good. It will ruin everything.” But for freelancers, it was a different story. Instead of running from it, many ran toward it; curious, excited, and a little unsure, but ready to experiment.

Suddenly, the ones who once joked about “robots stealing jobs” were secretly asking ChatGPT for help writing emails and creating designs. The brave ones moved ahead fast. The laggards, though? They stood back, arms crossed, waiting for proof that AI wasn’t a passing trend. Spoiler alert—it wasn’t.

Laggards are the ones still saying, “I prefer doing things the traditional way.” They’re cautious, maybe even a little scared. Most fear spending money on AI tools or worry they’ll “lose their personal touch.” They ask friends or neighbors for opinions before trying something new instead of testing it themselves. You’ll find them watching tutorials months after everyone else has already mastered the tool. Their resistance isn’t laziness! It’s comfort. Change feels risky, and debt feels dangerous. But in freelancing, that hesitation costs them more than they think: slower delivery, outdated methods, and clients who move on to AI-driven competitors.

The truth is, AI isn’t here to replace freelancers! It’s here to multiply their power. The sooner laggards understand this, the faster they’ll grow. Every major shift in history had its skeptics, but progress always wins. Those who adapt early build stronger careers, work smarter, and create more value in less time. Laggards eventually join in, but by then, the world has already moved to the next level. So if you’re still doubting, don’t wait for permission. Start exploring. Learn the tools. Experiment with ideas. Because in the new world of freelancing, AI isn’t the enemy, it’s the edge!