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This week has been quite hectic for me, leaving little room to deeply explore specific subjects or devote time to writing. My reading choices have been somewhat eclectic as a result. Consequently, this week’s recommendations are varied, covering topics from strategies on amassing wealth or living contentedly without it, to an intriguing journey through Tokyo and its blind-date culture. Additionally, I’ve included some tips on crafting fictional characters. Happy reading to all.
Story’s Image Prompt: Create an image representing a collection of articles on diverse topics including digital marketing myths, design philosophies, Tokyo’s dating scene, AI in art, and online engagement challenges. The image should depict a collage of icons and elements that symbolize each topic, such as a broken link for digital marketing myths, a drafting compass for design philosophies, a heart over Tokyo’s skyline for the dating scene, a paintbrush interacting with a circuit board for AI in art, and a speech bubble with a question mark for online engagement challenges. The composition should be vibrant and engaging, highlighting the diversity of discussions in the digital and social landscapes.
Get Rich or Lie Trying: Debunking the “Six-Figure Launch” Myth
By Julia Chanteray
Julia Chanteray’s article critically examines the allure of “six-figure launches” and passive income claims in digital marketing. She discusses the unrealistic expectations set by such claims and the psychological implications behind them. Chanteray emphasizes the hard work and sustained effort required for genuine success in product-based businesses, contrasting it with the myths of easy wealth. Her insights offer a reality check on the often-overhyped narrative of effortless financial success in the digital world.
Image Prompt: Create an image representing the contrast between the alluring myth of easy passive income and the reality of hard work and sustained effort required for success.
How Lock-in Hurts Design: Felonizing the Desire Path
By Cory Doctorow
Cory Doctorow’s article discusses the concept of “desire paths” in design, illustrating how users often find their own ways to use products, which may differ from the intended design. He contrasts this user-driven innovation with the restrictive practices of modern technology companies that often limit users’ choices to control and monetize their behavior. The article delves into the implications of such corporate strategies on user experience and innovation, exploring the balance between user freedom and corporate control in design.
Image Prompt: Create an image representing the conflict between user-driven innovation (desire paths) and restrictive corporate practices in technology design.
I Went Speed-Dating in Tokyo: It Explains Japan’s Sexless Population Explosion!
By Iain Stanley
Iain Stanley’s article delves into his experience with speed-dating in Tokyo and how it reflects on Japan’s declining birthrate and the phenomenon of a ‘sexless’ population. The article provides insights into the dating scene in Tokyo, the challenges of communication and cultural differences, and how these factors contribute to the larger issue of Japan’s demographic trends. Stanley’s personal account offers a unique perspective on contemporary social issues in Japan.
Image Prompt: Create an image representing the concept of speed-dating in Tokyo, highlighting the cultural and social aspects.
Use these five words for consistent characters in Midjourney
By Viola Mao
Viola Mao’s article explores a method for maintaining character consistency in Midjourney, an AI tool used for creating illustrations. She introduces a simple, yet effective, technique involving the use of five specific words in the AI prompt to achieve consistent results. This approach helps users ensure that their characters remain the same across different images, providing a practical solution for artists and illustrators working with AI-generated art.
Image Prompt: Create an image representing the technique of using specific words in AI prompts to maintain character consistency in illustrations.
Warnock’s Dilemma — Or Why Your Stories Get No Comments
By David B. Clear
David B. Clear explores the reasons why online posts and stories often receive no comments, a phenomenon known as Warnock’s Dilemma. He identifies five potential reasons, including the quality of the writing being either too high or too low, the content not reaching an audience, the subject matter being too complex or niche, and the possibility that the post simply doesn’t engage readers. The article provides insights into the dynamics of online engagement and communication.
Image Prompt: Create an image representing the concept of online posts lacking engagement, symbolizing the various reasons behind Warnock’s Dilemma.
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