"Put all your creative energy into what you’re saying—and how you say it. That’s the only part that moves people."
Lately, I keep asking myself, "Why can’t people just say what they mean and mean what they say?"
AI isn’t the villain—at least, not entirely. This technology has existed in some form for decades. It’s just now in the hands of the masses. But here’s a wild thought: from what I’ve seen and heard, there seem to be two versions competing for our attention—one benevolent, one malevolent. Sounds crazy? Maybe. But it makes you wonder, doesn’t it?
Some of my best ideas have come while traveling—whether waiting to board a plane or sitting for hours mid-flight. Driving sparks creativity too, though I’ve learned the hard way that writing and driving don’t mix (voice notes saved me!).
And about word counts—so many content writers obsess over them, either because they have to or because they were trained to. I used to as well. Not anymore. The real challenge? Convincing the corporate world that impact matters more than word count.
Love how you said you “treat AI like a ghostwriter you have to constantly monitor” YESSSS!
I call her my assistant - ask for help on clarifying my ideas (I have a template of questions I’ve come up for my writing style) and for help organizing my thoughts, making more templates etc.
Thanks for this post it’s inspiring me to get back to a daily writing plan. ☺️🦋
Great start Matt ! I’ve been here for a few weeks now, and I’m really enjoying the process and the progression. Many of these points confirm some of the questions I’ve been asking myself.
Great article! This line hit me hard:
"Put all your creative energy into what you’re saying—and how you say it. That’s the only part that moves people."
Lately, I keep asking myself, "Why can’t people just say what they mean and mean what they say?"
AI isn’t the villain—at least, not entirely. This technology has existed in some form for decades. It’s just now in the hands of the masses. But here’s a wild thought: from what I’ve seen and heard, there seem to be two versions competing for our attention—one benevolent, one malevolent. Sounds crazy? Maybe. But it makes you wonder, doesn’t it?
Some of my best ideas have come while traveling—whether waiting to board a plane or sitting for hours mid-flight. Driving sparks creativity too, though I’ve learned the hard way that writing and driving don’t mix (voice notes saved me!).
And about word counts—so many content writers obsess over them, either because they have to or because they were trained to. I used to as well. Not anymore. The real challenge? Convincing the corporate world that impact matters more than word count.
-Amandah
glad it hit hard Amandah :)
This is a great breakdown. True AI can be a helpful assistant or ghostwriter if used right.
glad it resonated, Mark
I have been incorporating exactly what you mentioned lately, and it has made writing so much easier. Thank you.
Glad it resonated, Larry
This is great advice Matt, and very closely resembles my writing process! Love it!
Glad it’s helpful Jez :)
Love how you said you “treat AI like a ghostwriter you have to constantly monitor” YESSSS!
I call her my assistant - ask for help on clarifying my ideas (I have a template of questions I’ve come up for my writing style) and for help organizing my thoughts, making more templates etc.
Thanks for this post it’s inspiring me to get back to a daily writing plan. ☺️🦋
That’s it, Karen 💪
Excellent advice here.
Glad it’s helpful, Pamela
Great start Matt ! I’ve been here for a few weeks now, and I’m really enjoying the process and the progression. Many of these points confirm some of the questions I’ve been asking myself.
Thx Chris
You're crushing it Matt. And making me laugh.
Go get 'em tiger
Haha thanks
I’m flipping loving AI as my writing buddy but haven’t shaken the dirty feeling. Lol. 😜