Get ChatGPT to sound like you

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🪞Get ChatGPT to Sound Like You

Ever considered using ChatGPT to help you write your content?

Of course, you have. 😏

Tools like Jasper (paid) and Writer (also paid) have done this for years now - but ChatGPT makes it more accessible and super easy to do.

Here’s the thing. ChatGPT’s default output is well-structured, and decent quality but pretty generic. 🥱 It probably doesn’t sound like what you would actually write yourself.

But you can change that.

Rather than let ChatGPT generate writing based on what it already “knows,” train it on your own content. Give ChatGPT examples of your writing and ask it to generate something in the same style.

If you already have an article or blog post that captures your style and tone, start with that.

🪩 Let's dive into an example to see how tone impacts your message.

I’ll use an article I wrote for my consulting website as training material. Then I’ll ask ChatGPT to generate a short LinkedIn post I can share with my network.

Prompt

Analyze the tone, personality, and writing style of the following article and write a 100-word paragraph for a LinkeIn post about being an entrepreneur. Use the same style that this author would write:

Lessons in Self-publishing
On Tuesday, I reached a milestone: 10,000 copies of my books sold! What started as a “love letter” to my kiddos became a series of children’s books celebrating new big siblings as superheroes. I’m beyond humbled that over 10,000 kids read, colored in, and (hopefully) loved my books.

As I soak it in, I’m reflecting on all I’ve learned as a self-published author. Here are three lessons through the lens of having a goal to create income-producing books.

Lesson 1: You may be a writer first, but you are a marketer and PR pro as a close second.
Writing is only half the job. The other half is marketing and self-promotion. Actually, maybe it’s 40/60. There are many strategies to test – social media, website building, ads, and reaching out to readers for reviews. You must be prepared to be your own PR agent because you are the only one responsible for getting your book noticed.

Lesson 2: Building a brand and reputation takes time
Making a name for yourself as an author is not a quick path to passive income. Have a plan for how you will promote your book, and stick to that plan even when things don’t seem to be going your way. You’ll likely need to experiment with different strategies to find what works for you. 
My books saw minimal traction in the first few years. I used reviews and feedback to improve the quality of my books AND experimented with marketing strategies until I found momentum. It was just last year that I saw sales growing consistently.

Lesson 3: Be open to feedback
Use reviews and criticism/feedback to improve your writing AND guide your marketing and promotion efforts. There is some controversy around “writing to market,” but knowing your audience and meeting their needs is part of Business 101. 

The Takeaway
Self-publishing is an adventure for those willing to wear many hats – and, as my fashionista daughter says, who doesn’t love a closet full of fabulous accessories?

Result

The author of the article exhibits a conversational and relatable tone, blending personal experiences with valuable lessons for aspiring self-published authors. Their writing style is friendly and engaging, infused with a sense of humility and perseverance. Here's a LinkedIn post in their style:

💡 Embrace the Entrepreneurial Adventure 🚀

As an entrepreneur, we often wear multiple hats, juggling responsibilities with unshakable passion. Just like my journey in self-publishing, entrepreneurship is a thrilling adventure that requires dedication, grit, and the ability to adapt. It's not always smooth sailing, but the rewards are worth it! Remember to:

🎯 Prioritize marketing & PR – be your own biggest cheerleader!
⏳ Be patient. Building a brand takes time & experimentation.
👂 Embrace feedback and keep refining your craft.

So, fellow entrepreneurs, let's don our fabulous hats and conquer the world together! 💼🌟 #Entrepreneurship #GrowthMindset #PassionProject

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⚠️ Revision needed

The result is a little flowery for my taste. Maybe 3rd base. Not a home run yet.

So, I’ll ask for a revision.

Prompt

Rewrite the post above in a conversational but more professional tone.

Result

As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves wearing multiple hats, managing various responsibilities with unwavering tenacity. Much like my experience in self-publishing, entrepreneurship is an exciting journey that demands commitment, resilience, and adaptability.

Success may not always come easily, but the rewards are certainly worth the effort. Some lessons I take from my publishing work to my new venture include:

🎯 Prioritize marketing & PR – be your own biggest cheerleader!
⏳ Be patient. Building a brand takes time & experimentation.
👂 Embrace feedback and keep refining your craft.

Let the adventure begin!

#Entrepreneurship #GrowthMindset #PassionProject

Much better!

⭐Pro-tip: Ask ChatGPT to describe your writing tone and personality so you can use it as context for future prompts.

Did you notice in the first result, ChatGPT gave me its analysis of my writing personality without even asking for it? So handy! I’ll copy and paste that into my notes so I can use it for future prompts! You should do the same for yours.

If ChatGPT didn’t automatically provide that extra insight - ask for it in a prompt:

Describe the writing style of the article above so that I can provide it as context for a prompt in the future.

Result

The writing style of the first article is conversational, engaging, and relatable. It effectively combines personal experiences with valuable lessons for aspiring self-published authors. The author maintains a friendly and humble tone throughout, showcasing perseverance and adaptability as key attributes for success. This approach makes the content easily digestible and appealing to a wide range of readers.

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In the span of about 2 minutes, I was able to iterate on a LinkedIn post and create a summary of my writing style for future use. 🤯

🚦A word of caution

Before you hit that post or share button. While ChatGPT is an amazing tool, it's crucial to take a moment to review its results carefully.

Don't risk the embarrassment of revealing too much, sharing mediocre content or promoting inaccurate info. 

Take charge of your messaging by being mindful of ChatGPT's limitations - we discuss them here. Remember, quality is key!

In all honesty, you’ll likely have to proofread and edit a bit - but hey, you’re starting on 3rd base, which is a lot easier than starting from scratch. 👩🏻‍💻

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🤖 ChatGPT prompt to try

Using ChatGPT can 10x your speed and productivity but sometimes you want to write for the sheer enjoyment of it. In that case, how do you boost your own writing skills? Ask ChatGPT about it. 😉 

Summarize the main points of Stephen King's On Writing to help me improve my writing skills.

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