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The resource for writers to do their best work [The Writer’ s Life]( July 18, 2023 "AI is neither good nor evil. It's a tool. It's a technology for us to use. The choice of how it gets deployed is ours." – Oren Etzioni Important news, {NAME}! Nothing is having a greater impact in our industry right now than AI — artificial intelligence — and ChatGPT. And it's rapidly changing! We want you to be up-to-date on where we are right now and what that means for you as a writer … So, Guillermo Rubio is going LIVE at 2 p.m. ET today to host a special briefing. [Join us for this event]( — State of the Writing Industry on AI: Leverage the Latest AI Developments to Boost Your Writing Career — and you'll discover what's happening, what to do moving forward to become a better, faster, higher-paid writer … And a simple way to make an extra $4,000 in the next 30 days by leveraging AI immediately! You don't want to miss this! It's 100% free — [all you have to do is register here](. Writers (and experts) seem to be divided into two camps on AI and the industry changes going on. One camp sees the changes happening as a cause for worry or a threat … … and the other sees it as a tool that offers a huge opportunity. AWAI Success Jen Phillips April, a freelance writer for over a decade now, sees AI as a great resource for writers to do their best work. Today she outlines several examples of how you can deploy it in your writing business to your benefit. AI tools like ChatGPT won't replace writers … BUT writers who use the tools just might replace those who don't. That's why we've created a way for you to master what AI can do for you fast … To learn more about this historic training, [go here](. AI is here to stay — and combined with your knowledge, skill, and experiences, it can be the "best thing ever" for your writing career. You just need to know how to harness and maximize it. [>> And this shows you how to do just that.]( To your success, Rebecca Matter President AWAI HURRY: Time is running out to lock in this low price Your new life as a well-paid and in-demand writer is just one click away. A life that offers freedom, lots of fun, no more money worries, and so many unique, high-paying writing opportunities. And the chance to lock in the lowest subscription rate ever offered. Hurry, the clock is ticking. This deal disappears in a matter of hours. [Go Here Now To Secure Your Spot]( Can AI Help You Recession-Proof Your Writing Career? By Jen Phillips April [female freelancer at computer using AI tool for writing] There are two stark divisions in online writing communities these days. Some writers are wringing their hands over AI while others are crowing from the rooftops that this is the greatest opportunity for writers since the invention of the word processor. To further muddy the waters is the confusing recession talk. Are we in a recession? Are we headed toward a recession? Is the recession over? No one seems to know. What we do know is recessions are cyclical and don't last forever. We also know it's always a good idea to recession-proof your career by upskilling and adapting to new technology, like AI. AI for writers is a tremendous opportunity. You can use AI tools to brainstorm headlines, distill complicated concepts, develop questions, role-play, and even edit for flow and structure. One thing they can't do is think on behalf of clients. That's one of the things I'm most excited about. I can use AI tools as a writing assistant, which means I can bring more strategic thinking to my clients. Thinking Work Is Valuable One of the exciting possibilities of AI writing tools is the potential to free up our brains from rote tasks. For example, AI tools can generate article outlines in seconds. This means you can brainstorm different approaches in minutes. For example, you can request an article outline geared toward Chief Financial Officers in the style of Forbes, Inc. or Wired. Or, you can role-play to gain a different perspective on the topic. For example, imagine you sell a Request for Proposal (RFP) software to simplify the tedious RFP process for enterprise clients. You could request that ChatGPT "Imagine I'm a salesperson for RFP software. Who are the primary decision makers for this software?" Then you can ask, "What are the top three objections the CFO might have about RFP software," and do that for each job title until you have a solid list of objections. Then you can ask ChatGPT what these job titles need to hear about this software to help them choose to buy it. Such research will never replace talking to real live customers, but it's an excellent starting point for finding a new angle. Let me share another example I saw from Guillermo Rubio. G (our nickname for him), started using AI tools in his writing business more than two years ago, so he's learned how to really fine-tune his ChatGPT prompts to get great results. Take a look at how G was able to make AI do some research and "thinking work" for him: Let's say you're trying to find out more about people who golf so you can write a promotional piece for a golf equipment manufacturer. You may start by asking one of the many AI tools, "Tell me about people who golf." What you get back (in a matter of seconds) is something like this: [AI ChatGPT basic golf prompt and response example] Now, it did what you asked it, but there are no real insights beyond what you already know. So let's try applying just a small bit of prompting "magic" so you get a clearer picture of the exact audience you're targeting. Here's the new and improved prompt: [AI ChatGPT detailed golf prompt example] Now let's look at what comes back, highlighted in green: [AI ChatGPT response to detailed golf prompt example] Do you see what a difference the "right" prompt can make in the research information you get back? G's second example shows you got the basic information from the original request, but you also have much deeper insights into the needs, wants, concerns, and fears of the actual person you're writing to — and can address them in your copy! (G has other examples of how you can fine-tune your prompts to get better results from AI tools. [You can check them out here.]() But that's just one powerful task AI tools can perform. Let's look at others … Distilling Main Ideas of Complicated Topics If you're working with B2B tech, you're bound to come across jargon-filled web pages that make you think, "What does this thing do and why?" AI tools can help you understand the bigger picture. For example, you can request ChatGPT to explain data warehouse software like you're five years old. Or, ask it to describe the 10 most essential things about AI as if it's a circus performer. Go ahead, try it! Sure, it's silly, but it's also useful. AI can process vast amounts of data in seconds, extract key points, and distill them into easy-to-understand ways. And if the circus performer is too silly for you, you can ask for the information in a business casual tone or anything else you can think of. Generate Rough Drafts in Seconds Yes, you can use AI tools to create a rough draft. The thing to know is then your first draft may be boring, formulaic, and repetitive. But it does give you something to revise, and sometimes that's half the battle. You'll get better results by being specific with your requests. You can ask AI to write in a specific tone of voice — or even like a well-known writer. Want to write in the style of copywriting legend Gary Halbert? Ask ChatGPT to write your piece in the style of Gary Halbert. It's a starting point to inspire your creative juices. Using AI as a Developmental Editor If you're not familiar, a developmental editor is the type of editor who reads for structure and flow. They'll recommend moving sections around or fleshing out certain bits. This can be tough to do yourself on a deadline because you're too close to the copy. That's why professional writers often recommend letting the copy sit overnight. You're fresher when you come back to it. AI can also help. I learned this tip from Tommy Walker, a respected writer and agency owner of The Content Studio. He posted online that when he receives work from a freelancer, he pastes it into an AI tool and asks for the "strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement." This blew my mind a little, and I tried it. Within seconds, I get feedback on my work with specific areas for improvement. You can do the same. You can turn in stronger work with fewer revisions, making editors love you. Better yet, you can bring more ideas to your clients. AI tools can help writers: - Identify new angles - Develop questions to answer in the copy by role-playing with different titles - Develop questions to ask Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) - Brainstorm headlines and outlines - Distill complex topics into easier-to-digest information for background - Create rough drafts - Edit for flow and spot gaps AI tools can be terrific writing assistants. You can use these tools to upgrade your thinking and provide more value to your clients because instead of writing in a vacuum, you have a writing "partner" to bounce ideas off of. Start thinking like a consultant instead of an order taker, and you'll recession-proof your writing career. And if you're looking to get ahead of the curve when it comes to using AI to turbo-charge your copywriting success, be sure to get all the details on AWAI's [in-depth AI training package with Guillermo Rubio](. This is your chance to learn from a top-notch copywriter who has been using AI to boost his writing productivity and income for over TWO years now! [Find out more about this historic training package here.]( What's Hot at AWAI … 👀 [TODAY at 2 p.m. ET don't miss our State of the Writing Industry on AI: Leverage the Latest AI Developments to Boost Your Writing Career event!]( 😬 [You're not alone if you have one of these fears …]( 🤔 [Is AI about to replace human writers?]( ✅ Get the training you need in how to use AI in your writing career. [Check it out here.]( 🙌 More six-figure copywriting careers are launched at AWAI's Bootcamp than at any other time, place, or event in the industry. [Grab your seat today!]( 🤩 [Building an organic business from the ground up — a tortoise approach to the rat race.]( Bonus Event: Live Today at Noon ET Take Control of Your Dream … [Speaker and Coach Ted Capshaw on stage at AWAI's Bootcamp] Speaker and Coach Ted Capshaw on stage at AWAI's Bootcamp Writers have nothing but praise for Ted Capshaw and his motivational talks at Bootcamp. Here's just a sampling of the types of comments we get: "Words to live by, Ted. Thank you." "Ted, thank you for your wisdom." "Ted, thanks for the inspiring words that ground us to what we need to do." "Ted, you're a wonderful inspirational start to a day." "Thank you, Ted!!! Great words of wisdom." Now it's your turn to hear Ted — LIVE — at 12 p.m. today. Ted, our Chief Success Officer, is going to talk about how you can take control of where you are in your writing career and set clear intentions on achieving your dream. As a perennial favorite Bootcamp speaker, Ted knows exactly how to call out common concerns, reassure you, and push those doubts aside with practical, motivational advice for you. You'll be encouraged to create a vision of where you want to take your writing and how it's going to serve your life regarding your time, finances, personal fulfillment, and more. [You'll find access to this session here.]( If you're not yet signed up for this year's Bootcamp, don't miss your chance to grab a seat. [You'll find all the details here!]( Have your own story to share? Email us at mysuccess@awai.com, or [post it over in the Facebook group](, so we can celebrate your win too! Free Training TODAY: State of the Writing Industry on AI Join AWAI's Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and top copywriter, Guillermo Rubio on TODAY at 2 p.m. ET for our State of the Industry on AI: Leverage the Latest AI Developments to Boost Your Writing Career event. They'll take a look at all the latest ChatGPT features, tell you how to utilize these new features to get even better results from ChatGPT, talk about the current impact AI is having on the writing industry, why it's more important than ever to learn how to use AI, and share tips on how to tackle more complex tasks using AI. You won't want to miss this! [Save your spot here.]( Full Access for Just $1!!! This free blueprint shows you how to make $2,500 to $8,000 a month as a writer. And for just a buck, you'll gain access to every resource you'll need to execute that blueprint. All the roadmaps … All the articles … All the how-to videos … All the training webinars … The member forum, the job board, the tutorials, the tools … All of it! [Check It Out Now]( Featured Jobs You can find these jobs and thousands more on [WritersWanted.com](: --------------------------------------------------------------- Content Writer, Editor, and Researcher — Miaplaza, Inc. 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