As a traditionally trained writer, I reluctantly tried AI. Now I use it, but very, very carefully.
For me, it's a much better synonym provider than thesaurus.com, because it provides more precise alternative words, in context. So, rather than looking up a synonym for "large" which produces 100 results, then I have to sift through them, looking up definitions for at least 10 of them, I can insert a sentence, and ask it to provide different options for just the word "large," and it provides fewer yet better choices in context.
There are clever ways to use AI, where you maintain your style, words, and voice — and AI acts as an editor after the fact. It can check grammar, point out extraneous words or eliminate repetitive ones. Things like that. If someone tells AI to "Write 5 paragraphs on why using mass transit is better" and does a copy/paste, obviously that person is a horrible plagiarist, and plain lazy. Frankly, AI does not save me time, but helps make my writing as accurate as possible.
"There are clever ways to use AI, where you maintain your style, words, and voice — and AI acts as an editor after the fact. It can check grammar, point out extraneous words or eliminate repetitive ones. Things like that."
This is how I typically use Ai. It works great when you have a completed text. I even have to make adjustments even when it is familiar with my style because I don't like the changes it is suggesting. Often times its because I want to use natural language in one area.
However, anyone that wants to prompt Ai to write a substantial amount from one prompt will quickly find it to be repetitive.
Very valid points of view! I use AI to suggest titles if I'm stuck. It's a tool, not a get rich quick scheme. Thanks for reading and big thanks for adding to the conversation!
Very thought-provoking; thank you. You’ve brought up some issues I hadn’t even considered. I use AI for research of facts (the results of which always need to be verified) and as a brainstorming partner, especially for outlines and article titles.
The opinions of my friends who don’t create content suggest the public doesn’t get this issue. They say, “What, would you complain if I used a calculator to do my sums? Everyone’s using AI and we should encourage it.” We need to make the case more broadly
I hear that, too, James. I try as often as possible to share valid reasons for being skeptical of AI-generated stuff. Not everyone has to agree with me, but writers who care about their own voices and want to sustainable revenue stream are likely to see the harm being done.
When I wrote “you can’t” I should have said that I was referring “anyone out there” who might say that, rather than you specifically as the author of this post. Sorry for the confusion.
As for the process, I can get a 5-10 min polished and edited podcast out with accompanying blog post in 45 mins using AI.
I use AI a lot, but without me the output would be useless. I've recently started a podcast based on old blog posts. I take a blog post and turn it into a podcast outline using ChatGPT. I modify the outline until I get what I want, and then record the podcast. Once I'm done, I take the transcript and make show notes to add to the podcast. Then I use AI to create a new blog post because I don't just read the old blog post, but significantly modify it. Same topic, perhaps, but from a different point of view.
I use my orginal material and my spoken word to create a new blog post - using an AI assistant. You can't tell me that I don't have copyright. AI is a tool and didn't create anything. All it did was string my words together in a new way based on my significant involvement.
I can't tell anyone whether they have copyrights, of course. All I can do is pay close attention to the evolving issues and share what I learn from experts in copyright law. Your process sounds Interesting--I husband has experimented with a similar idea. Best of luck in project success. Thanks for reading.
Thank you Maryan for this comprahensive review of material created by AI and what does this mean for writers and artists. It is still a hot topic and will be continuing as we move toward more and more AI technology in the future. I ptefer human writing.
I prefer humans, too, Gabriella! There is so much still being developed and questioned in this area of copyright law. It's important for us as creators to understand what's unfolding. As always, I appreciate your time and your input!
So sorry, I hoped this would resonate with your audience as we're a b-corp devoted to protecting creators. I'll delete it now since I certainly don't want to do anything you find untoward.
As a traditionally trained writer, I reluctantly tried AI. Now I use it, but very, very carefully.
For me, it's a much better synonym provider than thesaurus.com, because it provides more precise alternative words, in context. So, rather than looking up a synonym for "large" which produces 100 results, then I have to sift through them, looking up definitions for at least 10 of them, I can insert a sentence, and ask it to provide different options for just the word "large," and it provides fewer yet better choices in context.
There are clever ways to use AI, where you maintain your style, words, and voice — and AI acts as an editor after the fact. It can check grammar, point out extraneous words or eliminate repetitive ones. Things like that. If someone tells AI to "Write 5 paragraphs on why using mass transit is better" and does a copy/paste, obviously that person is a horrible plagiarist, and plain lazy. Frankly, AI does not save me time, but helps make my writing as accurate as possible.
"There are clever ways to use AI, where you maintain your style, words, and voice — and AI acts as an editor after the fact. It can check grammar, point out extraneous words or eliminate repetitive ones. Things like that."
This is how I typically use Ai. It works great when you have a completed text. I even have to make adjustments even when it is familiar with my style because I don't like the changes it is suggesting. Often times its because I want to use natural language in one area.
However, anyone that wants to prompt Ai to write a substantial amount from one prompt will quickly find it to be repetitive.
Very valid points of view! I use AI to suggest titles if I'm stuck. It's a tool, not a get rich quick scheme. Thanks for reading and big thanks for adding to the conversation!
I find Claude to be better with title generation.
Very thought-provoking; thank you. You’ve brought up some issues I hadn’t even considered. I use AI for research of facts (the results of which always need to be verified) and as a brainstorming partner, especially for outlines and article titles.
My goal is always to share something that many writers may not have considered or known about. So I succeeded, and thanks for that comment!
The opinions of my friends who don’t create content suggest the public doesn’t get this issue. They say, “What, would you complain if I used a calculator to do my sums? Everyone’s using AI and we should encourage it.” We need to make the case more broadly
I hear that, too, James. I try as often as possible to share valid reasons for being skeptical of AI-generated stuff. Not everyone has to agree with me, but writers who care about their own voices and want to sustainable revenue stream are likely to see the harm being done.
When I wrote “you can’t” I should have said that I was referring “anyone out there” who might say that, rather than you specifically as the author of this post. Sorry for the confusion.
As for the process, I can get a 5-10 min polished and edited podcast out with accompanying blog post in 45 mins using AI.
We each have a different journey. I don’t use AI for a variety of reasons, but I understand your reasoning.
I use AI a lot, but without me the output would be useless. I've recently started a podcast based on old blog posts. I take a blog post and turn it into a podcast outline using ChatGPT. I modify the outline until I get what I want, and then record the podcast. Once I'm done, I take the transcript and make show notes to add to the podcast. Then I use AI to create a new blog post because I don't just read the old blog post, but significantly modify it. Same topic, perhaps, but from a different point of view.
I use my orginal material and my spoken word to create a new blog post - using an AI assistant. You can't tell me that I don't have copyright. AI is a tool and didn't create anything. All it did was string my words together in a new way based on my significant involvement.
I can't tell anyone whether they have copyrights, of course. All I can do is pay close attention to the evolving issues and share what I learn from experts in copyright law. Your process sounds Interesting--I husband has experimented with a similar idea. Best of luck in project success. Thanks for reading.
Thank you Maryan for this comprahensive review of material created by AI and what does this mean for writers and artists. It is still a hot topic and will be continuing as we move toward more and more AI technology in the future. I ptefer human writing.
I prefer humans, too, Gabriella! There is so much still being developed and questioned in this area of copyright law. It's important for us as creators to understand what's unfolding. As always, I appreciate your time and your input!
I feel like this isn't the best way to promote your product.
So sorry, I hoped this would resonate with your audience as we're a b-corp devoted to protecting creators. I'll delete it now since I certainly don't want to do anything you find untoward.