Let’s be real: AI is an incredible tool. It helps you write faster, brainstorm better, and sound almost professional in seconds.
But here’s the catch…
AI-generated writing has a “vibe.”
And not the good kind.
It’s the kind of vibe that makes your reader zone out, question your credibility, or wonder, “Did ChatGPT write this?”
If you’re using AI to speed things up (and you should!), just make sure you’re not letting it do all the talking. Below are 7 dead giveaways that your content sounds like a robot—and exactly how to humanize it before you hit “publish.”
1. 💬 It Sounds Like a Corporate Robot
Ever read something that starts with “In today’s digital landscape...” and immediately felt your soul leave your body?
Yeah. That’s an AI fingerprint.
Fix it: Be specific. Be real. Instead of “In this day and age,” say something like, “We all check our phones before we even get out of bed.”
2. 🔁 It Repeats Itself (Again. And Again.)
AI loves repetition. You might see the same sentence idea rephrased three times in one paragraph.
Fix it: Get to the point. Trim the fluff. Trust your reader—they get it the first time.
3. 😐 It’s… Meh
AI-generated content often feels like oatmeal without toppings: technically fine, but bland.
Fix it: Add flavor. Drop a hot take. Share a real story. Don’t just explain what something is—explain why it matters to you.
4. 🧩 Sentences That Sound Slightly Off
Ever read a sentence that’s grammatically correct but still makes you go, “Huh?”
That’s AI.
Fix it: Read your draft out loud. If it feels clunky or robotic, rewrite it like you’d say it to a friend.
5. 🤷♂️ No Opinion, No Edge
AI doesn’t like to take sides. It plays it safe. So you get content that sounds... neutral. Lifeless. Uninspired.
Fix it: Take a stance. Say what you actually believe. Readers connect with conviction, not carefulness.
6. 🧠 Keyword Soup
Trying to squeeze SEO keywords into every other sentence? AI does that. Badly.
Fix it: Keywords are important—but make them invisible. Blend them in like a chef, not a machine.
7. ❤️🩹 No Heart, No Humor
You know what AI sucks at? Being human.
No sarcasm. No vulnerability. No inside jokes. No "Ugh, Mondays" kind of vibes.
Fix it: Add a story. Be funny. Get a little weird. That’s the stuff people actually remember.
Bottom Line
AI is a fantastic co-pilot—but you’re the one flying the plane.
The best content comes from people. With opinions. Experiences. Flaws. Stories.
So yes—use AI to brainstorm, outline, or speed up your first draft.
But before you hit publish, ask yourself:
Does this sound like me—or a very polite, slightly awkward robot?
If it’s the latter, go back and add a little you.
Your readers will thank you. 👊
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