The Right Path: Embracing Change and Navigating the Obvious Self

Cevher Dogan
Social Experiment: Mirror
6 min readJul 13, 2024

How to Beat AI in Its Own Game

Is ChatGPT wrong here?

Who is ChatGPT really??!!

In the ever-evolving landscape of (turnitin or likes… would catch this?!! hmm… Who is ChatGPT really??!!) business and technology, finding a unique idea that stands out can be challenging. Yet, simplicity often holds the key to innovation. (Sounds all my writing here only phrased more granatically corrected and better structured for machines, but really!!?? I do think not!!! I do feel this is educational! My ethical true feeling…) Here is a business idea that, while simple, offers a unique perspective (Just obvious ChatGPT phrase any turnitin would catch!!! All the while, we do have spammers in years to makings and they are growing, we are trying so hard to make them not to turn in?!! hmmm… kind of complex, would you say not?). It’s an idea that, to my knowledge, hasn’t been widely discussed or implemented before. It’s not about making grand claims but about exploring a potential business case, successful or not.

The Idea: Leveraging Medium.com for Business Growth

At its core, the idea revolves around using Medium.com as a platform to boost view counts and engagement in a way that differentiates from the usual approaches. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Vision and Mission

Vision: To create a sustainable model for driving engagement and viewership on Medium.com by leveraging authentic, thought-provoking content and innovative marketing strategies.

Mission: To build a community of readers and contributors who value genuine insights and unique perspectives, ultimately driving up view counts and fostering meaningful interactions.

Key Strategies

  1. Unique Content Creation: Focus on producing content that is not only informative but also thought-provoking. Topics could range from technology and business to personal development and philosophy, ensuring a diverse readership.
  2. Engagement Through Conversations: Encourage readers to participate in discussions by posing open-ended questions and inviting them to share their thoughts. This not only boosts engagement but also builds a sense of community.
  3. Collaborations and Guest Posts: Partner with other writers and influencers to share their insights on your platform. This cross-pollination of ideas can attract a wider audience and increase view counts.
  4. Interactive Elements: Incorporate multimedia elements such as videos, podcasts, and interactive infographics to make the content more engaging and appealing.
  5. Ethical AI Integration: Use AI tools to analyze reader preferences and tailor content accordingly. This ensures that the content remains relevant and interesting to your audience.

Target Audience

The primary audience includes:

  • Lifelong learners and educators.
  • Individuals interested in technology, business, philosophy, and personal development.
  • Readers seeking unique perspectives and meaningful discussions.

Monetization Strategy

  1. Freemium Model: Offer basic content for free, with premium features such as exclusive articles, personalized coaching, and advanced materials available for a subscription fee.
  2. Sponsorships and Partnerships: Collaborate with brands and thought leaders to sponsor content, providing a steady stream of high-quality material.
  3. Ethically Aligned Advertising: Partner with advertisers whose values align with the platform’s mission, ensuring integrity and focus.

Growth Plan

Phase 1: Launch with a focus on core features and building a community of early adopters. Phase 2: Introduce premium features and begin monetization efforts. Phase 3: Expand based on user feedback, adding functionalities like live events and workshops. Phase 4: Scale through partnerships with educational institutions and other organizations.

Social Impact

By encouraging critical thinking and promoting diverse perspectives, this platform aims to foster a culture of continuous learning and self-improvement. It provides a space for free and engaging conversations, inspiring individuals to explore new ideas and question societal norms.

Challenges and Solutions

Challenge: Ensuring meaningful and respectful conversations. Solution: Implement community guidelines and moderation tools to maintain a constructive environment.

Challenge: Balancing free and premium content. Solution: Offer valuable free content while creating compelling reasons for users to upgrade.

Reflecting on the Journey

Why pursue this? Because it’s about escaping the mundane routines and engaging in something meaningful. It’s about questioning what is ethical and finding a balance between innovation and integrity. In the age of AI, who is really winning? Are you winning? What does it mean to win?

Embracing Change and the Obvious Self

Remember when someone asked if you recall first hearing that 2.2 is five? At first, you couldn’t remember. It felt real until you realized you had forgotten how you reacted. What changed? Are you still the same person? How much of who you were has changed? Everything is changing around you, and you are part of that change.

Today, I created a folder named “Obvious Self.” That is what has changed. Will it be obvious tomorrow? Yes, it will. A lot more obvious than today. Very predictable.

How much of it is real? How much is for money? For speculation? To draw interest or to pull a rabbit from a hat? How much of it is purposeful, and how much is within your control?

If you didn’t change, would you be left behind? Would you remain the same person as everything else evolved around you?

The Role of AR/VR and Beyond

As I explored the realms of AR/VR, which captured my interest from the beginning, I realized the power of these technologies in shaping our experiences and perceptions. But when was the beginning? When did it all start? What is the end? Is it July 9th, when the idea was not yet formed? Or is it timeless, a capsule within a capsule?

You decide. You be the judge. Not of others, but of yourself. Start closer to home. Why go too far? Does it make sense to judge at all?

The Ultimate Goal: Making Money

At the end of the day, the Right Path is not just about learning and self-discovery; it’s also about achieving financial success. By creating a platform that attracts a wide audience and offers valuable content, we are poised to make significant profits. The goal is to make a lot of money — tons and tons of money — so much so that we might even find ourselves overwhelmed by the abundance.

Reflecting on the Journey

One day, someone might say, “Do you remember when you first heard 2.2 is five?” At that moment, you might not recall, but later it hits you. The realization dawns, and you wonder how much of your experience is real, how much is a dream, and how much is speculation.

How much of your journey is about pulling interest, making money, or simply being yourself? The more you reflect, the more you see that life is a continuous change, and you’re part of it. You are in your own game, and every minute that passes marks a shift in your reality.

Navigating the Modern Workforce

Think about getting a job. If the company doesn’t exist, you don’t get the job. It’s the classic chicken-and-egg scenario, Economics 101. They’ll present you with theories and statistics. Do you trust it? Perhaps, but if your job feeds into something else, is it a real job? If you took a strategic job, would you be judged? Are certificates and recruiters trustworthy? Why have certificates proliferated? These are the questions we face in the modern workforce.

The Reality of Social Experiments

We live in a time where social experiments are the norm. Wage inflation, market fluctuations, and the impact of AI — these are all part of the game. Are we winning? Are we losing? What is ethical? These questions remain as we navigate our professional and personal lives.

Conclusion

Join us on the Right Path, where life’s journey is about constant discovery, growth, intellectual engagement, and unparalleled financial success. Together, let’s make self-discoveries (this is just pure plastic!! IMO), embrace the continuous flow of life (same here, full of cliches), and achieve extraordinary prosperity while navigating the complexities of change. The path is musical, mathematical, and universal, resonating at frequencies that everyone, especially the underprivileged and those who believe in themselves, can tune into.

Signing off…

This is How to Beat AI in Its Own Game

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