Personal Readiness & Skills Assessment Checklist
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a “future skill”, it’s a present necessity. Whether you are a leader, manager, or team member, your ability to adapt, learn, and collaborate with AI will directly influence your relevance and success in the years ahead.
At AgileWoW, we believe that AI-readiness starts with self-awareness. Before organizations can embrace AI-driven transformation, individuals must first assess their own preparedness, their skills, adaptability, and understanding of AI use.
This checklist is designed to help you:
- Identify your strengths and areas for improvement in working with AI.
- Understand the digital, ethical, and collaborative competencies required for the future of work.
- Create a practical, actionable plan for upgrading your skills and mindset.
It’s not just about learning AI tools, it’s about becoming a future-ready professional who can thrive in a hybrid world where humans and machines work together.
So, before you leap into AI adoption, start here. Assess. Learn. Adapt. Lead.
Score “1” for each item you mark as “Yes”
- I have identified which tasks in my current role are repetitive or rule-based and could be automated.
- I have researched how AI is being used in my specific industry or department.
- I regularly read AI adoption case studies relevant to my field.
- I can list at least 3 AI tools that could help in my day-to-day work.
- I have attended at least one AI-related workshop, webinar, or training in the past 3 months.
- I can perform basic prompt engineering (e.g., refining AI queries to improve output quality).
- I am comfortable using AI for data analysis, summarization, or automation in my work.
- I know how to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of AI-generated outputs.
- I have experimented with at least two AI-powered productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Jasper, Midjourney, Notion AI).
- I have taken at least one online course or certification related to AI, data analytics, or automation.
- I understand the concept of AI bias and can spot potential risks in outputs.
- I know how to handle sensitive or personal data when using AI tools.
- I follow a clear review process before implementing AI-driven decisions.
- I am familiar with my organization’s AI governance policy (or industry regulations).
- I encourage transparent communication with my team when AI is used in decision-making.
- I am open to retraining or shifting responsibilities as AI transforms workflows.
- I have identified future skills I will need in the next 2–3 years to stay relevant.
- I allocate at least 2 hours a week for learning about AI and digital innovation.
- I actively seek feedback from peers and mentors on how I can improve my AI readiness.
- I am part of a professional community or forum discussing AI trends.
- I can explain how AI can enhance, not replace, human work to my team.
- I have facilitated team discussions on AI opportunities and risks.
- I know how to integrate AI tools into collaborative workflows without reducing human creativity.
- I have a personal AI adoption plan aligned with my organization’s strategy.
- I mentor or support team members in learning and using AI tools.
- 21–25 points: AI-Ready Professional
- 16–20 points: Strong Potential, Needs Focused Upskilling
- 11–15 points: Emerging Awareness, Needs Structured Learning Path
- Below 10 points: Start with Foundational AI Awareness & Skills
