The Token Count Illusion

High token usage doesn't mean high output.

Watching the number climb feels like working. That's the trap.

I've seen this pattern a lot lately. Tokens fly. The session feels productive. The actual value? Obvious the moment you step back.

A smart employee given low-value tasks still produces low-value output. AI is no different.

The task sets the ceiling. Not the token count.

The real question: what decisions did AI help you make? What did you do with the time it freed?