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Old rules of writing -> New execution
AI has completely changed the "write first, edit later" rule

Tuesday, November 5
The best writing advice I ever got:
“Write first, edit later”
And with AI this has aged like fine wine.
Let me show you how I generated 30+ high-quality pieces every week, with this old advice + the use of AI.

The New Way to "Write First, Edit Later"
Traditionally, "write first, edit later" meant pouring your thoughts onto the page without restraint, then refining them afterward. It was about capturing raw ideas and polishing them later.
But now, with AI at our fingertips, we can elevate this process.
Gather Your Raw Material
Transcribe your talks, webinars, or client sessions.
Get the transcripts of the video you’ve been studying.
Focus on Your Audience's Needs
Pull out key points that address their questions and challenges.
Look at what’s worked in the past for other creators in your niche, and what’s worked for you.
Let AI Assist
Feed AI your notes and these example posts to draft your content, which helps flesh out about 60% of the content. They handle the heavy lifting so you don't have to.
Add Your Personal Touch
Come back later to edit.
After the AI has done its part, I step back in. I edit and enrich the drafts, adding personal anecdotes, clarifying points, and ensuring the tone resonates with my audience. I also add media—something AI can't do with the same finesse.
Give this approach a try. You might be surprised at how it transforms your writing process.
Ephraim
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