Thanks to guest blogger Greg Jameson.
Do you use AI to write your blog articles? – I get asked this question frequently. Many people see me as being highly prolific, and assume I use AI (artificial intelligence) to do my writing.
But here is the truth: I’ve written 17 books and only used AI to write one of them (and AI to edit another). I wrote them by sitting down at my computer and putting my thoughts together with a keyboard. I’ve also been writing a weekly blog post for about 15 years. That is more than 750 articles and I started before generative AI was capable of putting together coherent thoughts like it can today.
So How Does One Become Prolific?
It’s actually pretty simple. Start writing. Then write some more. Pretty soon you’ll get better at it. After you’ve written a blog for a year, you will discover that you now have more than enough material to turn it into a book.
Blogging can be a great way to stay in front of your customers. And it doesn’t matter if you sell high-tech services like I do or you sell baby diapers like Jessica Alba does. Blogging is an important marketing tool, and you can re-purpose the content on social media as well as in books. You can use the content to create videos, memes, comics, podcasts – just about any other form of content you can think of. The secret is that writers write.
How Do I Use AI?
So if I write these articles myself, how am I now using AI? There are multiple ways:
• Research – I often use AI more than Google for research.
• Editing an article.
• Creating a featured image.
• Creating title options.
• Feeding the AI multiple sources about the same topic and getting ideas or even a rough draft.
• Asking the AI for ideas on what to write about.
• Asking AI to create a social media post or meme based on the finished article.
Obviously, AI has made blogging simpler than before and it is a lot easier to be more prolific now than it was just a couple of years ago, even when you are creating original content and doing the writing yourself. This means that if you still aren’t comfortable blogging and creating marketing content for your business, I can help. I can take on more new clients as part of my Fractional AI services or AI commissioned projects.
Having a blog is at the heart of SEO, and it remains one of the most important ways for people to find you on the internet. If you have a website, this may be one of your most important forms of marketing. With AI optimization, this is unlikely to change. Content still wins.
So Why Should You Start Writing More?
Writing Builds Credibility: By consistently sharing your knowledge and insights, you establish yourself as an expert in your field. Your content becomes a valuable resource for others, increasing your credibility and trustworthiness.
• AI as Your Ally: Rather than worrying about AI training on your content, consider this: you want AI to use you as a resource. When AI algorithms recognize your content as valuable and authoritative, they will reference and quote you, further enhancing your reputation. This can lead to more traffic, higher engagement, and increased influence.
• Content Longevity: Blog posts have a long shelf life. Unlike social media posts that quickly get buried in feeds, blog articles can continue to attract visitors and generate leads for years. Each post you write is a long-term investment in your online presence.
• Versatile Marketing Tool: Blogging provides material that can be repurposed into books, videos, podcasts, and more. This versatility allows you to reach different segments of your audience across various platforms.
• SEO Benefits: Regularly updating your blog with fresh content improves your website’s SEO. Search engines favor active sites, and each new post is an opportunity to rank for additional keywords, driving more organic traffic to your site.
• Personal Growth: Writing regularly hones your skills and clarifies your thinking. It’s a form of self-expression that can be both therapeutic and intellectually stimulating. Over time, you’ll find that you communicate more effectively in both personal and professional settings.
• Engagement and Community Building: A blog allows you to interact with your audience through comments and social media shares. This engagement fosters a sense of community and can provide valuable feedback and ideas for future content.
In conclusion, embracing the practice of writing and integrating AI into your workflow can significantly enhance your productivity and content quality. Start writing today, and let your words become a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. Remember, AI is here to amplify your efforts, NOT replace them. By becoming a consistent and prolific writer, you position yourself as a credible resource that even AI will look up to.
About Guest Blogger Greg Jameson: Greg Jameson has been writing blog articles on ecommerce and internet marketing for more than 10 years. Learn more about Greg at https://webstoresltd.com/about/
