The AI Field Guide

AI is not inconsistent.
Your approach is.

Sharpen gives you a repeatable system to direct AI with clarity, control, and predictable results.

The real risk is not AI replacing you. It is not knowing how to use it.

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Most people are not bad at using AI. They are just using it without a system.

This is for you if...

Just Getting StartedYou haven't done much with AI yet, or you're not sure where to start. You feel like there's a right way, but you haven't found it yet.

Getting Results… SometimesYou've seen AI work, and you've also seen it fall flat. It feels inconsistent, and you're not sure why.

Overthinking Every PromptYou pause, rewrite, and second guess before hitting enter. You feel like there's a better way, but no one's shown it clearly.

Using AI, But Not StrategicallyYou use AI often and get value from it. But there's no system behind it, just habits.

Wherever you are with AI, Sharpen will meet you there —
and show you what's next.

The real problem

Maybe you have tried AI, or maybe you have not. If you have, you have seen both sides of it. When it works, it is impressive. When it does not, it feels like a waste of time. The issue is not your intelligence or your technical skill. You have been given tools and tips, not a repeatable process.

If you have not, there may be hesitation about where to start or concern about doing it wrong. Without a system, it becomes guesswork for those using it and makes getting started feel heavier than it should for those who have not used it yet.

And without a system, there is no way to make it consistent.

Sharpen is that system.

Built on the U.S. Department of Labor's AI Literacy Framework (released February 2026), Sharpen gives you a lightweight, four-part mental model that works in under 60 seconds. You'll learn when to use AI, how to verify what it gives you, and when to keep a human in the loop.

This isn't a course. It's a 104-page guide you can read in an afternoon and apply immediately, at work, at home, anywhere you need reliable AI output.

Why a system beats a toolkit

This is not about what AI can do. It is about what you can control.

Most AI resources give you prompts → Sharpen shows you how to get the result you intended the first time

Most AI resources give you tools → Sharpen gives you a repeatable way to make AI respond the way you want

Most AI resources teach you what AI can do → Sharpen teaches you how to direct AI and make results predictable

There's a difference between using AI and directing it.

Sharpen is built for the second one.

One of the only systems built on this foundation

Aligned with the U.S. Department of Labor's
AI Literacy Framework, February 2026.

Built on the same research used to analyze how AI is reshaping jobs worldwide, and applied systematically to give you a practical, repeatable fluency system.

U.S. DOL O*NET Research DOL AI Literacy Framework

25+

Years Experience

Written by Cisca A. Van Dunk-Wheatt, 25+ years spanning eight industries, from legal and energy to pharma and financial services, as an IT specialist and L&D professional.

Expert Reviewers

Every framework and prompt was reviewed and tested by industry professionals before a single page went to print.

All Levels

One System

Beginners get a foundation. Experienced users get the structure they've been missing. Either way, the system works.

What a lack of system costs you

⏱️ Hours wasted

You've spent more time wrestling with AI than it has saved you. Rephrasing, re-prompting, fact-checking manually. That's not an AI problem, it's a process problem.

🔒 Privacy risks you don't see coming

Every paste into an AI tool is a decision. Most people don't know what's stored, what's trained on, or what should never be typed. Sharpen gives you clear rules for protecting sensitive data.

⚠️ Bad outputs you act on

AI sounds confident even when it's wrong. Without a verification system, you're one hallucination away from a costly mistake. The 4-Part Evaluation Framework stops that.

📉 Falling behind without knowing it

The people building AI fluency now are the ones who will lead in two years. Every week without a system is a week of ground you're not gaining.

Try it right now, before you buy anything

Your First Win Takes 60 Seconds

Open ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity, or any AI tool you have access to. Pick the prompt that fits where you are right now and type it exactly as written.

For your work life

"I need to present [topic] to [audience]. Here's what I know: [key points]. Build me an outline I can actually work from and flag any gaps in my thinking."

For your financial goals

"I want to ask for a raise. I've been in my role for [time], and here's what I've accomplished: [list]. Help me make the case in a way that's confident but not aggressive."

For your everyday life

"I keep putting off [one thing]. I have [time available]. Help me figure out why I'm stuck and give me one way to start right now."

For a conversation you've been avoiding

"I need to talk to [my boss / partner / colleague] about [situation]. They tend to [how they respond]. Write me an opening that's honest, doesn't put them on the defensive, and gets to the point."

Notice how much better your results are when you give AI context. That is the system Sharpen teaches, and it goes much deeper than this.

Why Sharpen exists

In early 2025, I built an AI guide from scratch. The research behind that guide gave me a clear view of what people actually need to know to become AI fluent. When the U.S. Department of Labor released its AI Literacy Framework in February 2026, it sharpened that vision and provided a professional foundation to structure it with intention. I rebuilt everything around that framework. Every framework and prompt was reviewed by a software engineer and an educator before it was released. That is what makes Sharpen a system, not just a collection of tips.

— Cisca A. Van Dunk-Wheatt, 25+ years IT & L&D across eight industries

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Find Your Edge: Is AI Taking Your Job?

Two 10-question assessments built on DOL O*NET occupational research. Score yourself in 2 minutes and know exactly where your work is exposed.

Step 1: Find out where you stand. Step 2: Use Sharpen to act on it.

Find Your Edge · Free Assessment

Is AI Taking Your Job?

10 questions · 2 minutes · Built on U.S. Department of Labor O*NET research. No email required.

Choose your version

Version 1

Knowledge & Office Workers, writing, analysis, coordination, administration, decision-making.

Version 2

Service & People-Facing Workers, healthcare support, retail, customer-facing, operations.

Not sure? Either version will give you useful signal.

Zero risk. 30 days.

A reference you return to, not a course you take once and forget.

Download Sharpen, read it, apply the system. If it doesn't change how you work with AI, we'll refund every dollar. No forms, no fine print.

At $27, the only risk is staying exactly where you are.

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Frequently asked questions

❓ Who is this system for?

Anyone who uses AI, or knows they should, but doesn't have a reliable process. Whether you're brand new or already using ChatGPT daily, Sharpen gives you a repeatable system that produces consistent, trustworthy results. No technical background required.

❓ How long does it take to read?

About 2–3 hours cover to cover. But you can start using the Should I Test? framework in under 5 minutes.

❓ Does it cover specific tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini?

Yes, the system walks through the major platforms and helps you understand when to use each one. The system works across all of them.

❓ What format is it?

PDF, delivered instantly after purchase. Read it on any device, or print it.

❓ Is this based on the DOL framework?

Yes. Sharpen was rebuilt from the ground up to align with the U.S. Department of Labor's AI Literacy Framework (February 2026). Appendix A maps each of the five DOL competency areas to the specific chapters that address them. That's what makes it a system, not just tips.

❓ I manage a team. Is there anything in here for me?

Yes, and it's the bonus section. Appendix E is a full Manager Upskilling and Peer Leadership Guide. It covers how to assess your team's AI readiness, lead conversations about AI adoption, and model fluency for the people you manage. It's included in every purchase at no extra cost.

❓ Is the Find Your Edge assessment really free?

Yes, the interactive assessment is right on this page, no email or purchase required. Built on U.S. Department of Labor O*NET occupational research, it takes about 2 minutes and tells you exactly where your work is most exposed to AI disruption. A standalone PDF version is also available as a free download on Gumroad.

❓ What if I'm not satisfied?

30-day full refund, no questions asked. Read it, apply the system. If it doesn't change how you work with AI, request a refund directly through Gumroad within 30 days. No questions asked.

AI is not inconsistent.Your approach is.