Can ChatGPT be your friend? Emergence of Entrepreneurial Research

Abstract

This study is the first of its kind, using a wide range of sources from scholarly journals to online discussion. The emergence of ChatGPT and the expansion of the entrepreneurial research both occurred rapidly and by chance. The study of entrepreneurship has opened up fresh perspectives on the interaction between humans and AI systems. The topic of whether or not ChatGPT, OpenAI's massive language model, can be considered a friend is gaining traction. Examining the nature of friendship and how it relates to relationships between humans and AI, this study seeks to shed light on this perplexing issue. The implications of this study's findings for business owners and their enterprises will also be discussed. This research concludes that while ChatGPT may have certain use for entrepreneurs, it cannot be equated to a genuine friend. The researcher interrupts ChatGPT's interview with a question regarding entrepreneurship. Initially, the researcher conducted an in-depth and informal discussion to reveal an excellent researchable issue. Many are beginning to question if a language model like ChatGPT could one day be a friend in addition to a tool or helper as AI technology advances. The interviewer probes ChatGPT on its background, preferences, beliefs, and emotional comprehension and empathy skills. Interviewee responses to a series of questions illustrate how people's perspectives on technology have shifted throughout time. Whilst some may be skeptical about a ChatGPT friend of an entrepreneur, the discussion does bring up some intriguing issues for the future of AI companions.

Keywords: AI, Business, ChatGPT, Chatbot, Entrepreneur, Friend, Management, Technology

JEL Classification: B 41, M 20, O 32, Z 28