What’s up slime balls and cheese bags
We have another round of AI news on our hands first app for us says the ChatGPT search could destroy online businesses let’s take a look at why
Does anyone else feel like Forbish is always writing articles that sensationalize both sides of every issue?
Anyway Forbes which is an American business magazine founded in 1917 and currently owned by Hong Kong-based investment group Integrated Whale Media Investments (which I’m pretty sure is the name of the bad guys in a paperback scifi book somewhere)
Gene Marks who 
“writes about tech the impacts my small business - and yours.”
Gina believes that ChatGPT could destroy some online businesses I wonder which online businesses you think might be destroyed Gene.
Let’s look and see if we can find out who wrote this article and what Gene does
By simply clicking on his name I discovered that Gene is a Certified Public Accountant, a job that is almost certainly automatable by AI right now and definitely can be automated within the next few years
Gene runs a 10 person technology and financial management consulting firm and speaks about the economy among other things. He hosts two weekly businss podcasts for Paychex and The Hartford so Gene is a very busy boy
A quick jaunt over to his Twitter reveals Gene to be quite the prolific writer, he’s written for the Guardian, The Hill, Entrepreneur and many more. He’s currently based in Philadelphia let’s go Eagles
Oh crap well, oops. Sorry Eagles. Hope that gets better…
A quick hop over to Gene’s LinkedIn shows us he’s got some really high titles…
Ok so, Gene might actually know what he’s talking about here. Gene might be qualified to speak on this.
Looks like Gene is the President of MarksGroup let’s see what that is real quick…
So he’s a consultant. He’s also on TV sometimes.
Ok so he’s rich, he’s got some pull and some klout, and that’s where he’s coming from. But let’s see if Gene is for real or if he’s in the land of fairytales and rainbows!
Generated by DALL-E • Prompt: “New”
pt 2: Diving into the Article
Let’s look at some of Gene’s claims here:
Here’s a breakdown of the claims and implications from the article, section by section:
1. ChatGPT Search Could Destroy Online Businesses
Claim:
ChatGPT and competing AI chatbots are outperforming Google Search for users seeking contextual and detailed responses, potentially threatening online businesses reliant on search traffic.
Analysis:
- Impact on Online Businesses: Businesses dependent on search engine optimization (SEO) to drive traffic might lose visibility as users shift from Google to AI tools like ChatGPT.
- Strategies Suggested:
- Build direct connections with your audience through personalized email marketing.
- Increase multi-channel content distribution to establish a robust brand presence.
- Leverage platform-specific features to stay relevant and competitive.
Critical Takeaway:
Adapting to a shifting search landscape by focusing on audience engagement, direct communication, and diverse content strategies is essential for survival.
2. Digital Clones for Web Conference Calls
Claim:
Tech platform Pickle allows users to create digital avatars that mimic their presence during web conferences, syncing with their voice and working across major platforms like Zoom and Teams.
What the fuck is Pickle
Summary: Digital Avatars for Web Conference Calls
A startup called Pickle offers a service that lets users create digital avatars for virtual meetings. By submitting a five-minute training video, users can generate an avatar that mimics their appearance and voice, allowing them to appear present on Zoom, Google Meet, or Teams without actually being there. The service costs between 1,150 per year, depending on the plan. Currently, it only works on macOS, with a Windows version expected soon. Due to high demand, avatar generation is delayed.
The startup is backed by Krew Capital, and while the technology offers convenience for remote work, it raises questions about practicality, ethics, and potential misuse.
OK so it’s just lying to your boss for $300 a year or more. Subscribe to lay in bed on your weekly standup.
Analysis:
- Potential Business Use:
- Could reduce time spent in meetings while maintaining appearances.
- Supports accessibility for multilingual participants via voice syncing.
- Ethical Concerns:
- The author strongly condemns misuse, viewing it as deceptive and unethical.
Critical Takeaway:
While tools like this may offer convenience, businesses need clear policies to regulate usage to avoid ethical and productivity issues.
So the rising demand for people to be in bullshit meetings has now created a multimillion dollar business with many startups now competing to see which of them is the most convincing deceiver and can make you look like you’re working the most. Right. This is as clear an indictment of the current economic system as I’ve ever seen
3. Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Drives Increased Spending
Claim:
A study shows that BNPL services increase consumer spending by 10%, especially among those who typically make smaller purchases.
Analysis:
- Advantages for Businesses:
- Increases sales and attracts customers without credit cards.
- Encourages spending by offering flexible payment plans.
- Risks:
- Financially vulnerable customers may accumulate unsustainable debt.
- Merchants risk reputational damage if consumers face unexpected penalties.
Critical Takeaway:
Businesses offering BNPL should educate customers about its benefits and risks to ensure responsible usage and protect their brand image.
Sun, 12/01/2024, 14:46
Obviously??? I mean, of course it will. If I can have the thing now and worry about money later, I’m gonna do that every time. WTF Gene this isn’t an insight. Come on man I would expect the president of the MarksGroup to have a lot more insight on the current economy of broke bitches
4. Securely Deleting Hard Drive Data Using Diskpart
Claim:
Diskpart, a Windows tool, can securely delete all data from a hard drive by overwriting it with zeros, making it inaccessible.
Analysis:
- Suitability:
- Effective for traditional hard drives (HDDs).
- Not recommended for solid-state drives (SSDs), which require specialized tools for secure deletion.
- Use Case:
- Useful for securely preparing devices for trade-ins or transfers without physically destroying them.
Critical Takeaway:
Diskpart offers a cost-effective, secure method for HDD data erasure. For SSDs, businesses should explore alternative solutions.
Gene. You haven’t tried it out, but you’re about to??
Bro
This is the ad everyone. This is the ad. People, what you need to know about articles like this is that there is ALWAYS an ad buried inside and that these type of articles are almost ALWAYS written by AI, or some exploited copywriter in the Philippines.
And then we get the “Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn” links at the bottom IT’S NOT CALLED TWITTER ANYMORE GENE UPDATE YOUR AI
This is an ad. When artists complain about AI slop…this is AI slop. Those images generated by Midjourney and everything else, scientifically proven to be amazing. Preferred by literally everyone who sees them in a double blind study. Super super good. however, this??? GARBAGE No one should ever read this and stuff like this shouldn’t exist. Gene. Knock it off.
https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:1400/0*7kTS28zLLQwohq8d
https://journal.everypixel.com/ai-image-statistics
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Viewer Interaction Section
To maximize engagement, consider asking your viewers the following questions:
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Personal Experience: “Have you noticed any changes in how you search for information online? Do you prefer using AI tools like ChatGPT over traditional search engines?”
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Business Impact: “If you own or manage a business, how do you think AI tools could affect your marketing strategies? Are there specific areas you’re concerned about?”
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Ethical Concerns: “What are your thoughts on the ethical implications of using digital avatars in professional settings? Do you see this as a practical solution or more of a deceptive practice?”
Encourage viewers to share their opinions and experiences in the comments to foster a lively discussion!
🤖 GPT Thoughts
12/1/2024, 3:07:04 PM💭 Prompt: “Do you feel like the above article matches the goals outlined below? make 3 suggestions for the Video I will eventually record based on this article”
The article provides a critical perspective on the potential impact of ChatGPT on online businesses, aligning with the goals of sparking discussion about AI’s role in the economy. Here are three suggestions for your video:
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Highlight Key Claims: Summarize Gene Marks’ assertions about AI’s threat to traditional business models, providing context and examples to engage viewers.
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Incorporate Humor and Critique: Use humor to address the sensationalism in the article, but balance it with thoughtful analysis to maintain credibility.
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Encourage Viewer Interaction: Pose questions to your audience about their thoughts on AI’s impact on their industries, fostering engagement and discussion in the comments.
📊 Token Usage:
• Prompt: 2974
• Completion: 142
• Total: 3116
User Input:
• Do you feel like the above article matches the goals outlined below? make 3 suggestions for the Video I will eventually record based on this article
12/1/2024, 3:06:14 PM💭 Prompt: “How’d I do in this article? Break down the writing and identify areas of opporunity for a better script”
Your article effectively captures the essence of the Forbes piece while offering a critical analysis. Here are some areas of opportunity for improvement:
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Clarity and Structure:
- Organize content into clear sections with headings. This will enhance readability and allow readers to navigate easily.
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Tone Consistency:
- Maintain a balanced tone. While humor is engaging, ensure it doesn’t overshadow the main points or come off as overly sarcastic.
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Support Claims with Evidence:
- When discussing claims made by Gene Marks, consider providing additional examples or data to strengthen your arguments.
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Conciseness:
- Some sections could be more succinct. Aim to eliminate repetitive phrases to keep the reader’s attention.
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Conclusion Reinforcement:
- End with a strong conclusion that summarizes your main insights and encourages further discussion on the implications of AI in business.
By addressing these areas, you can enhance the overall impact and clarity of your writing.
📊 Token Usage:
• Prompt: 2650
• Completion: 207
• Total: 2857
User Input:
• How'd I do in this article? Break down the writing and identify areas of opporunity for a better script
12/1/2024, 2:06:32 PM💭 Prompt: “tell me your thoughts”
The article from Forbes discusses concerns that ChatGPT search capabilities might threaten certain online businesses. It raises interesting points about the potential impact of AI on industries, especially those with jobs that are easily automatable, such as accounting, which relates to the author’s background. The sensational nature of such claims often sparks debate about the future of work and technology’s role in it.
For more details, read the full article here.
📊 Token Usage:
• Prompt: 994
• Completion: 126
• Total: 1120
User Input:
• tell me your thoughts
AI Feedback
This script is a solid draft, packed with personality and humor that grabs attention. Here’s what works and what could be improved:
Strengths:
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Humor & Voice:
- Your tone is witty and engaging, creating a connection with viewers.
- Lines like “Hope that gets better… Sorry Eagles” and “This is as clear an indictment of the current economic system as I’ve ever seen” show your personality, keeping it entertaining.
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Critical Analysis:
- You dive deep into the subject, questioning the claims and motivations of the article and its author.
- The ethical critique of tools like Pickle adds depth and thoughtfulness.
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Engagement Prompts:
- Your audience questions are well-placed and thought-provoking, encouraging interaction.
Opportunities for Improvement:
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Focus the Narrative:
- It feels a bit scattered. Aim to create a clear thread connecting Gene Marks, AI impacts, and the broader message about adapting to tech shifts.
- Consider starting with a thesis statement, e.g., “AI isn’t just reshaping business—it’s redefining the rules. Let’s break down why Gene Marks thinks that’s bad.”
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Simplify for Flow:
- Some sections feel overly detailed (e.g., Gene’s credentials). While context is helpful, tighten these parts to keep the pace snappy.
- Example: Condense the LinkedIn/Twitter dive into, “Gene’s a CPA and consultant who writes prolifically about tech. He knows his stuff but let’s see if his predictions hold water.”
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Polish the Punchlines:
- While the jokes are great, they sometimes overpower the point. Balance humor with focus to keep the audience informed and entertained.
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End with a Call to Action (CTA):
- Tie everything together by summarizing the implications for businesses and individuals, then encourage viewers to adapt and innovate.
Suggestions for the Video:
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Dynamic Editing:
- Use visuals like screenshots, animations, and text overlays to emphasize key points and jokes.
- Incorporate a dramatic “reveal” when debunking sensational claims.
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Structure:
- Intro: Set up the topic and thesis (AI’s disruption and adapting to it).
- Middle: Break into sections for each claim (e.g., Search, Pickle, BNPL), adding critiques and humor.
- Conclusion: Summarize, offer actionable advice (like how to prepare for AI disruption), and pose engagement questions.
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Interactive Elements:
- Include polls or ask viewers to share examples of how they’ve adapted to AI in their lives.
If you refine the pacing, focus the narrative, and balance humor with insight, this could be a killer video that not only entertains but establishes you as a credible, sharp voice in the tech space.
AI Rewrite
Title: ChatGPT vs. Online Businesses: Is AI the Real Threat?
[Intro]
Hey there, tech enthusiasts and curious minds! Welcome back to another deep dive into the wild world of AI and business. Today, we’re tackling a hot topic that’s got everyone buzzing: Could ChatGPT search capabilities destroy online businesses? Let’s unpack this sensational claim and see what’s really going on.
[Segment 1: The Sensational Article]
So, I came across this Forbes article titled “ChatGPT Search Could Destroy Online Businesses.” Sounds dramatic, right? The piece is penned by Gene Marks, a certified public accountant and a prolific writer who covers tech impacts on small businesses. Gene’s got quite the resume—he runs a tech and financial management consulting firm, speaks on the economy, and hosts podcasts. In other words, he’s no stranger to the business world.
But here’s the kicker: Gene is suggesting that AI tools like ChatGPT are outperforming traditional search engines and could potentially threaten businesses that rely heavily on search traffic. Bold claim! Let’s see if there’s substance behind the hype.
[Segment 2: Breaking Down the Claims]
Claim 1: ChatGPT Outshines Google Search
Gene argues that AI chatbots are providing more contextual and detailed responses than Google, which could divert traffic away from websites that depend on SEO.
My Take: It’s true that AI tools are changing how we search for information. But will they “destroy” online businesses? That’s a stretch. Businesses have always adapted to new technology—from the rise of the internet to social media marketing. This is just the next evolution, Gene.
Claim 2: Businesses Should Pivot Strategies
Gene suggests that to survive, businesses need to:
- Build direct connections with their audience through personalized email marketing. (wow big insight there Gene, is this 2008?)
- Diversify content distribution across multiple channels. (ok, I’ll get with you there. That’s good advice. You definitely need to diversify your attention source just like you need to diversify your income streams.)
- Leverage platform-specific features to stay competitive.(Again, kinda…duh?)
My Take: This isn’t groundbreaking—it’s Marketing 101. I get it though, this is probably an AI generated article.
[Segment 3: The Pickle of Digital Clones
Now, let’s talk about this wild concept: digital clones for web conference calls. Gene mentions a platform called Pickle that lets you create a digital avatar to attend meetings on your behalf. Yes, you heard that right—a digital you that nods along in Zoom meetings while you… do other things.
Ethical Concerns: Okay, let’s pump the brakes. While the idea sounds convenient, isn’t this veering into deceptive territory? If you’re not actually present in a meeting, should your avatar be?
This is a clear indictment of the capitalist structure and system of how we work. Never have I seen a more obvious indication that there is a lot of bullshit being forced onto people.
I mean if there’s now a bunch of startups faking your presence in your morning standup meeting then do we really need the standup? This is just the tip of the iceberg Gene.
[Segment 4: Buy Now, Pay Later—The Spending Trap
Gene brings up a study showing that Buy Now, Pay Later services increase consumer spending by 10%, especially among those who usually make smaller purchases.
My Take: Is anyone surprised by this? Offering flexible payment options encourages people to spend more—that’s retail psychology 101. While it’s beneficial for boosting sales, it also raises concerns about consumers accumulating debt. Like, duh. If I’m gonna be able to get the Playstation now and worry about money later, I’m locking in. Drop me onto the battlefield let’s go. Fuck the money I’ll worry about rent on the 1st.
[Segment 5: Securely Deleting Data—A Side Note
Lastly, Gene touches on using Diskpart, a Windows tool, to securely erase hard drive data by overwriting it with zeros.
This is an ad. Everyone. This is the ad. If AI haters are right about one thing it’s that we have WAY TOO MUCH AI SLOP lobbed around, getting everything dirty and muddy with its slimy grossness. Stop doing this Gene. Stop writing articles like this. It’ll never pay off in the long run and we’re gonna see a SHARP decline in how many AI generated slop-pieces there are in the world, you can mark my words.
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[Conclusion and Call to Action]
So, what’s the real takeaway here? AI is undeniably changing the digital landscape, but it’s not the doom of online businesses. It’s a call to adapt, innovate, and focus on authentic engagement with your audience.
Questions for You:
- Have you started using AI tools like ChatGPT more than traditional search engines?
- If you run a business, how are you adapting to the rise of AI in your industry?
- What are your thoughts on digital avatars attending meetings for you? Convenience or ethical slippery slope?
Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Let’s get the conversation going.
[Outro]
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