From “AI will replace every job” to “Only tech giants can afford it,” myths stop good ideas before they start. Let’s clear the air.
Key Stats
85%
Firms piloting at least one AI use-case
30%
Average productivity lift in early projects
0%
Projects that succeed without data prep
Top Myths vs. Reality
| Myth | Reality |
|---|---|
| AI is too expensive | Cloud tools start at a few dollars per month. |
| You need a PhD team | Modern platforms use low-code drag-and-drop. |
| It replaces humans | It frees people from busy-work so they can focus on customers. |
“The biggest risk is waiting for a perfect plan while competitors learn by doing.”
Start with a small, high-value process—like automating invoice entry—measure the win, and scale from there.
References
Denis Panjuta, "Still avoiding AI because of myths?", Notion, 2025. https://www.notion.so/Still-avoiding-AI-because-of-myths-Denis-Panjuta-22c78fb86bc58140bd18d0820ea4ed4b