Chapter 1: The AI Discourse

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic these days, with discussions ranging from its potential to transform our future to concerns about its detrimental effects on society and creativity. Personally, I find myself in a neutral space. While I see some intriguing and potentially advantageous applications of AI, I believe the excitement surrounding it is largely exaggerated.

I've explored various aspects of AI in my articles, including the provocative idea that AI might replace the role of CEOs. This notion may suggest I'm impressed by AI, but that's not the case. My argument revolves around how minimal value many CEOs bring to their organizations, making it feasible for AI to take over their responsibilities. Furthermore, I've highlighted how AI is poised to take center stage in the Leadership Development sector. If you're worried about this since I frequently write on leadership, let me reassure you — it doesn't concern me, and it shouldn't worry you either. My article points out that "Leadership Development" often reflects a cycle of failure that AI could replicate effectively.

This context leads me to share my observations on LinkedIn. I've noticed a striking trend: when I post articles about AI or other trending topics, I receive an overwhelming number of comments. Traditionally, high comment counts are desirable on social media as they boost visibility through algorithms. While this aspect is positive, the nature of these comments is what truly intrigues me.

For instance, consider my article titled "The Role of CEO Is Dead — Understanding the Future of Leadership, AI, and Work." Despite its critical stance on AI and CEOs, the comments I received were overwhelmingly enthusiastic. Phrases like "Exciting insights on the future of leadership and AI!" and "Can't wait to learn more!" flooded in. Notably, these responses shared a common tone and structure, indicating that many commenters seemed unaware of the article's actual message. It’s evident that some might have utilized AI to generate their comments.

This phenomenon raises concerns about genuine engagement on social media. In the long run, it could harm platforms already plagued by superficial interaction. Instead of prioritizing quality content, engagement may become driven by mere keyword recognition. While some may view this as a strategy to enhance visibility, the larger issue lies in the combination of AI-driven engagement and the mass production of low-quality content, which threatens to turn social media into a repository of AI-generated noise where authentic creators struggle to be heard.

To add a layer of fun and experimentation, I invite you to participate in a lighthearted challenge. If you're reading this, please adhere to the following guidelines to keep things enjoyable and non-toxic. The aim is to provoke AI commenters, who may respond with generic praise about AI on LinkedIn.

RULE: If you encounter such a comment, feel free to react with laughter, but refrain from any negative remarks toward the individual behind the AI-generated comment. Our goal is to illuminate a flaw in the system, not to attack fellow humans, who are often well-intentioned yet misguided.

Additionally, I encourage you to begin your comment with a color you dislike followed by an animal you cherish. I'll kick things off myself. If you wish to add a sincere comment afterward, that's entirely welcome! I genuinely appreciate engaging with you, so feel free to share your thoughts, whether they are positive or critical — even if they pertain to my work!

Now, let's see how the AI commenters react to this playful challenge. Will they adapt? Will our antics confuse their algorithms? Only time will tell!

BONUS: If you'd like to contribute to this fun experiment, please share it with your network. The more participants we have, the more fascinating insights we could uncover.

If you prefer not to join in, that's perfectly fine! I want to express my gratitude for your time and attention. In a world where reading is becoming increasingly rare, your engagement is invaluable. Here’s to celebrating the remarkable qualities of humanity!

Chapter 2: AI and LinkedIn Engagement

The first video titled "How to use LinkedIn with AI to gain more Exposure - SCORE WORKSHOP - YouTube" discusses strategies to leverage AI on LinkedIn for increased visibility and engagement.

The second video, "How to use Premium AI on LinkedIn - YouTube," explores advanced AI tools that can enhance your LinkedIn presence and effectiveness.