11/10/2025 #ContentChat: Cutting Through the AI Noise
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In this edition of #ContentChat, host Erika Heald is joined by Maureen Jann to discuss how content marketers can create trusted, human-centered content in an AI-saturated landscape. They explore how to differentiate your brand through empathy, transparency, and audience-first strategies while still benefiting from AI tools.
Key conversation highlights:
- 01:50 Using AI for Supporting an Authentic Brand Voice
- 03:41 The Problem with Generic AI Content
- 05:00 How AI Can Support Authentic Thought Leadership
- 06:45 Erosion of Trust & Content Transparency
- 07:30 How to Leverage AI (with Human Input)
- 08:54 Synthesizing Insights: Human + AI Collaboration
- 10:00 Custom GPTs and Content Consistency
- 13:02 Strategic Value vs. Gatekeeping in Content Teams
- 14:32 8 Human-First Content Types to Focus On
- 16:05 1) First-Party Research & Gap Reports
- 18:26 2) Real Customer and Employee Stories
- 20:00 3) Turning Best Practices into Scalable Content
- 21:20 4) Frameworks and Process Playbooks
- 27:38 5) Embracing Mistakes and "Lessons Learned" Content
- 29:39 6) Leveraging Community & Advisory Boards
- 38:28 7) Partnership/Ecosystem Content & Unique Collaborations
- 43:14 8) Interactive Content: Tools, Calculators, & Engagement
- 46:37 AI as Support, Human Content as Differentiator
- 48:30 Focusing on Proprietary, Unique Content
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