Month: April 2023

  • Mind Readings: Voluntary Content Grades and AI

    In this episode, Christopher Penn discusses the concept of voluntary content labeling, similar to how the Motion Picture Association of America regulates the movie industry. By voluntarily labeling content as purely human, AI assisted, or AI-led, readers can better understand what they’re consuming and content creators can potentially create a premium around purely human content.…

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  • Mind Readings: Voluntary Content Grades and AI

    Summary In today's episode, I propose a voluntary content grading system for AI-generated work, drawing lessons from how the MPAA once kept government regulators at bay through self-labeling. Here's what this means for you. You gain a simple, practical framework for tagging content as AI-led, AI-assisted, or purely human, which builds reader trust and may…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Instagram Algorithm Changes?

    In this episode, Christopher Penn responds to a question about whether Instagram is changing its algorithm again. He explains that social media algorithms change very rapidly and frequently, often hourly, due to reinforcement learning mechanisms. Therefore, any sneaky tricks or secrets about Instagram’s algorithm do not last long. Instead, the key to success on social…

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  • You Ask, I Answer: Instagram Algorithm Changes?

    Summary In today's episode, I answer a listener's question about Instagram's algorithm changes and reveal how often social media models actually update behind the scenes. Here's what this means for you. Chasing algorithm tricks gives you no lasting edge, but focusing on real audience engagement unlocks results that survive every update. You'll also learn these…

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  • How do #SaveWarriorNun Phrases Work for the Warrior Nun Campaign?

    Summary In today's episode, I break down why the daily phrases exist in the Warrior Nun fan campaign and explain how timing, coordination, and participation actually make them work. Here's what this means for you. You get an inside look at how a grassroots fan movement uses coordinated messaging to capture the attention of corporate…

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  • Almost Timely News, April 2, 2023: How to Improve Your AI Prompts

    Almost Timely News: How to Improve Your AI Prompts (2023-04-02) :: View in Browser 👉 Watch my brand new keynote, The Marketing Singularity, all about how generative AI is the end of marketing as we know it » Content Authenticity Statement 100% of this newsletter was written by me, the human, with no contribution from…

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