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title: "Melissa Thompson's Top Tips on Using AI | SocialTalent"
description: "Ford's Global Head of TA on using AI as a thought partner to think better, not just faster. A SocialTalent field guide."
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last_modified: "2026-07-06T15:52:44+00:00"
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Field guide · Hiring Excellence

# Melissa Thompson’s Top Tips on Using AI

Ford's Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Melissa Thompson, on using AI as a thought partner — not a decision-maker — to think better, not just work faster.

- Get your mindset right — move from automation to elevation
- Prompt like a pro: structure, iterate, and use the right tool for the job
- Lead your team into AI and keep getting smarter

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