She quit school at 13 to build a GPT agency and chase financial freedom by 20. Netizens remain divided between praise and concern

For most 13-year-olds, life revolves around school, homework, and the occasional exam stress. But for Parineeti, the classroom became irrelevant. She left school at 13 and decided to build her own GPT-powered automation agency. At just 14 now, she says, “School was kind of wasting my potential.”

Speaking on the podcast Just Kidding With Sid! hosted by Siddhesh Lokare, Parineeti shared that she audits businesses, semi-automates their operations, and has already created custom GPTs for paying clients.

A journey sparked by curiosity

Her father introduced her to ChatGPT and encouraged her to spend two hours daily experimenting with it. Soon those two hours doubled, and ChatGPT became more than just a study tool. She admitted, “Mummy thought I had a boyfriend, but no, I was talking to ChatGPT. I became more dependent on it than I should have been.”


Parineeti even used AI to clear exams, including Sanskrit. “Teachers discourage us from using AI, but it’s the future, so why shouldn’t I use it?” she said.

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From cloning herself to coding with AI

Despite not knowing how to code, she relied on ChatGPT to write programs and even designed AI avatars, including one of herself and her father. “It sounds more like me than me. Sometimes I wonder—am I Parineeti or is that Parineeti?” she laughed.

Her work is no longer just an experiment. She has 4-5 clients and says she is already earning. Her vision? To achieve financial freedom by the age of 20 and enjoy life after that.

While her parents have backed her decision, her mother worries about her social skills and heavy dependence on AI. Parineeti herself admits struggling to share her own opinions.

Netizens split over her bold move

Parineeti’s story has not only sparked admiration but also ignited a heated debate about the role of education in the age of AI. While many see her as a pioneer charting her own unconventional path, others believe her journey paints an incomplete picture of success.

Supporters argue that traditional schooling often stifles creativity and slows down fast learners. One user wrote, “Parineeti is living proof that our rigid education system needs reform. Children should be encouraged to explore their interests rather than just chase marks.” Another praised her entrepreneurial spirit, commenting, “At 14, she is doing what most adults dream of. It’s refreshing to see a girl leading the AI wave instead of waiting for opportunities.”

But critics remain wary. Some pointed out the risks of emotional and social isolation. “Bookish knowledge is not everything, but school also teaches you teamwork, discipline, and resilience. She may earn money today but miss out on these life skills,” a user cautioned.

Parineeti’s unusual path has sparked bigger questions: if AI is reshaping workplaces and even higher education, should schools rethink how they prepare students for the future? For now, her story sits at the intersection of inspiration and concern, leaving society to debate whether she is a trailblazer—or a cautionary tale.