One question I get asked a lot…

“Are you afraid that ChatGPT is going to make your business obsolete?”

If you’re mediocre at what you do, then yes, you might have a problem!

AI is here to stay, and although I was initially pretty terrified of it, I’m now using it to my advantage. You can, too!

Is it me… or ChatGPT? 

It’s the feather-ruffling question that’s been scratching around the mysterious coop of content creation. It’s fair to wonder who’s really behind the curtain of this wordy wonderland. Is it your friendly neighborhood human, or has artificial intelligence learned to channel its inner Shakespeare… or should I say, its inner Chickenspeare?

Let’s start with the basics: humans have been the maestros of the written word since the dawn of time (or at least since the dawn of the printing press). We’ve penned everything from the tragic tales of love-lost poultry to the epic sagas of roosters embarking on quests to find the most golden of grains. And then came AI, tiptoeing into the barnyard like a fox in the henhouse, ready to disrupt the pecking order.

Now, before you start imagining a robot sitting in a quaint cabin, sipping on a cup of hot brew while contemplatively pecking at a typewriter with its metal claws, let’s set the record straight. Yes, AI, specifically this chatty entity known as ChatGPT, can indeed spin a yarn or two. But does it have the soulful depth of a writer who’s lived through the highs and lows of life, who’s felt the wind under their wings as they soared above the clouds of inspiration? That’s still up for debate.

ChatGPT, with its circuits and code, can whip up a storm of words faster than a hen on a June bug. It’s been fed a diet of literature, articles, and texts, more varied than the most eclectic feed mix. Yet, despite its vast knowledge, can it truly grasp the nuances of human emotion or the subtle undercurrents that flow through a beautifully crafted narrative? Can it tell when to sprinkle in a dash of humor, like a well-timed cluck during a solemn silence?

The charm of human writing lies in its imperfections, its idiosyncrasies. Each piece is a part of the writer’s soul, imprinted on paper. It’s the slight tremble in the handwriting of a love letter, the coffee stain on the corner of a manuscript. These are the signs of life, of a story not just told but lived.

However, this isn’t to ruffle too many feathers. ChatGPT has its place in the coop, strutting alongside its human counterparts. It can mimic styles, generate ideas, and even throw in a pun or two (why did the chicken start writing? To egg-spress itself, of course!). But at the end of the day, it’s the human touch that adds warmth to the words, transforming them from mere sentences into stories that resonate, entertain, and inspire.

So, am I writing this blog, or is ChatGPT? Maybe it’s a bit of both. Think of it as a duo act, where AI lays the eggs, and the human decides how to cook them. Whether scrambled, poached, or fried, it’s the personal flair that makes the dish delicious.

While ChatGPT might be the one clucking away at the keyboard, it’s the human spirit, with all its quirks and quibbles, that truly brings the barnyard of creativity to life. And as long as there are stories to tell, there will always be a place for both the chickens and the chicken tenders in this ever-expanding universe of words.

Thanks for reading (and sharing!) Fowl Language

Best. Decluttering. Tip. Ever.

“My husband and I play a game. Whenever we go over to someone’s house, we bring something we have decluttered and secretly hide it in plain sight—somewhere that it makes sense for it to be: books on the bookshelf, mugs in a cabinet, etc. We’ve gotten rid of so much stuff, and only one person ever noticed. Our family is nowhere near minimalist, but we are easily entertained.”

Since everyone is posting about spring cleaning, I thought this might be a fun way to part with those items you no longer find joy in!

And, btw, the #jollychickens gotta eat… and contrary to popular belief, chicken scratch ain’t cheap (neither is spring cleaning the coop and buying new bedding and essential oils to spray everywhere), so I appreciate referrals! ??

About Us

“Us” is me, Jennie Jolly – the Diva of Diction… the Empress of Editing… the Mistress of Manuscripts! (I’m not bragging because ChatGPT gave me those titles!)

I solve one big problem for my clients: I keep their message edited, elevated, and effective by providing excellent editing + proofreading + content writing services. A well-edited piece is as satisfying as a coop full of contented hens! So, step into my henhouse, shake off the dust, and let me help you cultivate your best writing yet.

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