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What next if not writing? How to upskill against AI? Where do I go next?

I’ve been applying to a lot of writing opportunities, both freelance and contract roles, with no response. The job landscape is a nightmare now.

Even my previous clients aren’t responding, not even a simple no. And that’s after I did a preliminary research on their property and shared a basic outline of how I can help level up their content game. These are the most detailed pitches I’ve sent (using SEMrush for research, Claude for data and landscape analysis, plus my own judgement).… » click to continue reading “What next if not writing? How to upskill against AI? Where do I go next?”

I’m sick and tired of AI LLMs

AI this and AI that. What started as a fun, productive experiment is now turning out to be a nightmare. Especially for writing. 

The sickest part is that AI is almost as good, just not good enough. Every time. 

So, anyone who is using it as a productivity writing hack ends up being nothing but…a hack. 

It’s a great assistance tool, I tell you that. But that by itself won’t increase the writing output. You still have to put in the work. … » click to continue reading “I’m sick and tired of AI LLMs”

Noche de Rábanos: An Oaxacan Radish Affair

Noche de Rábanos (The Night of the Radishes) is an Oaxacan event held every year on December 23. You’ll see all sizes of radishes here, carved creatively to impressive imaginations. It’s a super popular event, so be there early to stand in the queue (it may take hours to get in). For us, we stood in the queue for five hours, but the wait was worth it!

Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán in Oaxaca City

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Finally, I gathered some courage to walk alone around Santo Domingo church (or “Santo Dormingo” as I call it, long story 😅). I also joined a wedding calenda briefly. Though I’ve done this many times before, this was the first time I did it alone, and with my camera. I liked the experience.