Can AI do what you do?
I just something very interesting (to me, anyway): I tried to get ChatGPT to replicate my style, following the instructions on this video from Chris Penn.
In a nutshell, this process involves
1. giving an AI samples of your work (after making sure not to share the data with anyone else, this is in the settings and is for paid users only), and then
2. asking the AI to analyse your writing style,
3. create a scorecard for assessing whether writing is "your style",
4. then write an article and assess against that scorecard.
Phew. Sounds easy...
So here's what my writing is like, according to ChatGPT, having analysed my book, a few of my old articles for Marketing Magazine and Idealog, and my most recent assessment for my Master of Technological Futures.
Component | Description |
|---|
Diction | Clear and accessible language, aimed at making complex ideas understandable without sacrificing depth. Uses metaphors and analogies to simplify abstract concepts. |
Tone | Authoritative yet conversational. Balances expertise with a friendly, approachable voice. Seamlessly integrates humor to engage the reader and make technical content more digestible. |
Humor | Uses surprise and incongruity to inject humor, lightening the tone without detracting from the seriousness of the subject. |
Intertextuality | Frequently references pop culture, current events, and relevant academic or professional sources. Helps contextualize points and resonate with a broad audience, particularly those familiar with New Zealand culture. |
Structure | Methodical and well-organized. Employs headings, subheadings, and bullet points to guide readers through complex information in a logical, easy-to-follow manner. |
Argumentation | Arguments are well-supported by evidence and practical examples. Anticipates potential counterarguments, addressing them directly to strengthen the overall position. |
Voice | Confident yet empathetic. Maintains a consistent voice that reflects a strong authorial presence, ensuring that the writing is both engaging and trustworthy. |
Pacing and Flow | Smooth transitions and a logical progression of ideas. Ensures that the content is engaging without overwhelming the reader. |
It's the first time I've ever seen my writing analysed in that way, as a body of work. A very interesting experience.
And although ChatGPT scored itself 100/100 in trying to replicate my style, I am not so convinced.
It turns out, humour is very important to me (because I believe than in humour lies almost infinite wisdom), and although AI can lay out the various ingredients of what makes humour funny, it can't actually bring those elements together into a decent joke.
Will you be reading content written by Robo-Sy any time soon? I will let you know.
DECLARATION: This article was written by Human-Sy, and quoted a table created by output from ChatGPT.
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