Knac
Proficiency & learning

Level up your AI

You're a Level 4 Automator. Here's the ladder, what each rung takes, and the lessons that move you up.

Proficiency ladder

  1. Done

    Assisted

    Needs reminders, prompts, or direct instructions to use AI. AI is optional and rarely part of their workflow.

  2. Done

    User

    Uses AI when assigned or encouraged. Completes tasks faster but remains focused on individual execution.

  3. Done

    Integrator

    Identifies opportunities to apply AI without being told. Incorporates AI into daily work and creates personal workflows.

  4. Done

    Orchestrator

    Designs AI-assisted processes for others. Creates prompts, workflows, and playbooks that improve team output.

  5. 4You

    Automator

    Builds automations, agents, and systems that eliminate repetitive work. Focus shifts from doing work to removing work.

  6. 5Locked

    Architect

    Creates reusable frameworks that allow others to build AI systems. Multiplies capability across entire organizations.

Next: Level 5 — Architect

Creates reusable frameworks that allow others to build AI systems. Multiplies capability across entire organizations.

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What it takes to reach Level 5

  • Multiple high-value, widely-reused Knacs
  • Built a workflow or agent deployment
  • Mentoring peers up the ladder

Where you are now — Level 4 Automator

Builds automations, agents, and systems that eliminate repetitive work. Focus shifts from doing work to removing work.

  • Promoted a Knac beyond personal scope
  • Contributed improvements to others’ Knacs
  • Consistent high-frequency usage

Recommended to reach Level 5

Short lessons picked for your next step.

12 min

Design an AI workflow

Learning video

14 min

Ship your first agent

Learning video