AI is moving fast. So what should you work on when your current skills might be outdated next year? This piece explores the kinds of projects AI can’t do well — and why hard, long-term creative work still gives you the biggest edge.
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I get a rush when I experience greatness. Greatness moves people. Average work does not. And as Naval Ravikant says, “there’s no demand for average.” If you’re trying to figure out why your work isn’t resonating, it’s probably because the work is average. And that’s okay. Because you need to be average before you can be great.
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Most people fear failure. The best creators use it as fuel to build their vision. “Failure” only exists in relationship to your definition of success. So, to make the creative process easier, change your definition of success. My definition of success in a creative project - specifically screenwriting, as that’s my mode of expression - is this: Did I write the movie script I set out to write?
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When I say someone is a “master of their craft,” I don’t just mean they’re good at something. It’s much deeper than that. They have an intimate, instinctual understanding of it that comes from years of engagement.
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AI doesn’t have to sound generic. The key to great AI-generated content is making it reflect you—your voice, your style, your perspective. By training AI on your preferences, past work, and unique way of thinking, you can turn it into a powerful creative amplifier instead of a lifeless algorithm. Here’s how to make AI sound unmistakably like you.
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The internet is loud and persuasive. So loud it drowns out the voice in your head. It tricks you into making what you think other people will like instead of making what you like. Don’t listen. You don’t know what other people will like. You only know what you like. And that’s where you should start.
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ChatGPT isn’t just for brainstorming—it’s a powerful tool for turning ideas into reality fast. By using AI to create a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), you can test your idea in the market before investing too much time or effort. Whether it’s drafting a screenplay treatment, building a landing page, or validating a product concept, ChatGPT helps you move from idea to execution in record time. Here’s how to use it to speed up your process and get real-world feedback faster.
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Artificial intelligence is changing everything, and the rise of AI agents means automation will only accelerate. The key to thriving isn’t competing with AI—it’s using AI to amplify what makes you irreplaceable. Whether you’re writing, building, or creating, your unique perspective and personality are the ultimate differentiators. Here’s how to make your work stand out in the age of AI.
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ChatGPT is now a core part of my workflow and I keep having this reoccurring thought: I’m so glad I get paid by the execution, and not by the hour. Not only can I work faster with AI and create more value, but the inherent creativity within each project protects me from being automated away by AI agents. The more I rely on AI, the more I realize this simple truth: the best defense against automation is creative, project-based work.
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How do you know when to switch AI models? Obviously price plays a role. But there are other factors to consider - like the benefits of compounding with a single LLM over time. Compound interest is one of the most powerful forces in finance and in life. Your business and romantic relationships compound. Your online assets compound. Your skills compound. And now your relationship with artificial intelligence will compound… if you choose one and stick with it.
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