^{AI MARKET PULSE}
AI Layoffs Are Accelerating — and the Signal Is Unmistakable

AI is no longer a background efficiency tool — it’s directly reshaping the job market. Nearly 55,000 U.S. workers were laid off in 2025 with companies explicitly citing AI as the reason. Amazon cut 14,000 corporate roles. Microsoft eliminated 15,000. Salesforce, IBM, Workday, and CrowdStrike followed suit. CEOs aren’t being subtle. Amazon’s Andy Jassy said AI will require “fewer people doing jobs being done today.” Microsoft’s Satya Nadella told employees to reimagine their roles for an AI-first era. Research backs it up: AI can already perform roughly 12% of U.S. jobs, with potential wage savings exceeding $1 trillion. When the world’s largest companies are cutting tens of thousands while openly pointing to AI, the message is clear.

So what does that mean for you?

Security now favors builders — not job titles. The same AI driving layoffs is creating new paths for those who act early:

• Launch AI consulting while employed
• Build automated services for businesses
• Create AI-powered digital products
• Turn expertise into scalable systems

AI isn’t just eliminating roles — it’s redistributing leverage. Those who use it to build income gain control and flexibility; those who wait are subject to corporate math. The shift is happening now, and companies are already choosing efficiency over headcount.

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^{WORKFLOW BUILDER}
Faceless Viral Script Vault

Goal: Create a high-demand digital product by generating a library of pre-scripted, viral-ready hooks and videos for niche faceless creators.

Steps:

1. Identify High-RPM Niches

   Research and select two evergreen niches that pay creators the most in ad revenue.

   Prompt ChatGPT: Identify 5 high-demand niches for faceless YouTube Shorts with high CPM (Cost Per Mille) and list 3 trending sub-topics for each.
   ➡️ Next: Choose one niche (e.g., "AI Finance" or "Stoic Mindset") to focus your script pack on.

2. Engineer Viral Hooks

   Generate 15 attention-grabbing openers based on proven psychological triggers.

   Prompt ChatGPT: Write 15 viral "hook" sentences for the [Niche] category that use curiosity or a "pattern interrupt" to stop the scroll in the first 3 seconds.

   ➡️ Next: Select the best 10 hooks to serve as the foundation for your video scripts.

3. Script the Storyboards

   Build out 60-second scripts that include both the spoken narration and visual cues.

   Prompt ChatGPT: Write a 60-second faceless video script for the hook [Insert Hook]. Include a column for "Voiceover Text" and a column for "Visual/B-Roll Suggestion."

   ➡️ Next: Repeat this for all 10 hooks to complete your "Starter Pack."

4. Format the Deliverable

   Organize your scripts into a clean, professional template that customers can easily use.

   Prompt ChatGPT: Create a structured table layout for these scripts that includes a "Estimated Duration" and "Tone of Voice" guide for a professional voiceover artist.

   ➡️ Next: Copy the formatted table into a Notion page or a branded PDF.

5. Launch the Sales Page

   Draft the persuasive copy needed to sell your script pack on platforms like Gumroad or Etsy.

   Prompt ChatGPT: Write a high-converting product description for a "Faceless Video Script Pack" that highlights how it saves creators 10+ hours of research and writing time.

   ➡️ Next: Set your price (e.g., $27–$47) and upload your file to start collecting passive sales.

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^{TODAY’S PROMPT}
Create a Full Week of Reels Content From a Single Prompt

This mega-prompt transforms a single idea into a complete batch of viral-ready Instagram Reels scripts designed to capture attention and drive engagement fast. It generates 5–7 scroll-stopping videos using proven hook → payoff → CTA structures, complete with visual cues, shot style guidance, and captions optimized for mobile. The output feels native to Reels, requires no rewriting, and is ready to film and post immediately — turning one topic into a full content engine with zero guesswork.

👉 Use the prompt + check out my example output here

CLEAR ASK
Act as a senior social media strategist and short-form video copywriter. Your task is to turn a single topic into 5–7 high-performing Instagram Reels scripts designed to maximize watch time, shares, and saves. Each script must follow a Hook → Payoff → CTA structure and be written for real people scrolling on mobile.

CONTEXT & PURPOSE
This prompt is designed to help creators, founders, and brands rapidly produce viral-ready Reels content without brainstorming from scratch.
The goal is to transform one idea into a full batch of short-form scripts that:
• Stop the scroll in the first 2 seconds
• Deliver clear, valuable insight fast
• Feel native to Instagram Reels
• Are immediately filmable with no rewrites
The output should feel like it came from a creator who understands attention economics, not generic marketing advice.

DETAILED INPUT REQUIREMENTS
• Topic / Core Idea: [What the Reels are about]
• Target Audience: [Who this is for — be specific]
• Goal of the Reels: [Followers / engagement / leads / authority / sales]
• Creator POV: [Expert / beginner / contrarian / storyteller]
• Tone & Energy: [Casual, bold, educational, entertaining, etc.]
• Call to Action Preference: [Follow / comment / save / DM / link in bio]
• Length Preference: [15–30 sec or 30–60 sec]

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these rules strictly:
Write 5–7 distinct Reels scripts, not variations of the same idea
Each script must include:
• A strong opening hook (first 1–2 seconds)
• A clear payoff (insight, lesson, or reveal)
• A simple CTA (one action only)
• Use plain, conversational language
• Optimize for spoken delivery, not reading
• Avoid hashtags or phrases that sound spammy or promotional
• Do not explain strategy — deliver finished scripts only

PERFECT OUTPUT EVERY TIME
Deliver the final output in the exact format below:
• Reel #[Number]: [Short Script Title]
• Hook (On-Screen / Spoken): [1–2 sentence scroll-stopping hook]
• Payoff (Main Talking Points):[Bullet or short paragraph delivering the insight]
• CTA (One Action):[Clear, simple CTA]
• Visual Cues:[Text overlays, gestures, B-roll ideas]
• Shot Style:[Talking head, walk-and-talk, screen recording, cuts, etc.]
• Caption:[Short caption written for Instagram]
• Hashtags:[#Relevant #Non-spammy #Targeted]

The scripts should be:
• Ready to film immediately
• Optimized for mobile attention
• Clear, confident, and native to Reels culture

If done correctly, a creator should be able to post these the same day without editing or clarification

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^{AI SPOTLIGHT}
You Don’t Need to Code to Get Paid Training AI

Getting paid to work with AI no longer requires technical skills — just judgment, attention, and consistency. Everyday workers are earning hourly income training AI models by evaluating outputs, ranking responses, and annotating text, images, and audio. These roles don’t require coding or a computer science background; they rely on human reasoning that AI still struggles to replicate. Platforms supporting major AI companies depend on large pools of non-technical contributors, paying flexible, freelance rates that can range widely based on skill and project demand. The work is remote, task-based, and accessible — making it a practical way to add income without committing to a full career shift.

Key Takeaways:

• AI training roles don’t require coding or technical degrees
• Human judgment is still critical to improving AI systems
• Work is flexible, remote, and paid hourly or per task
• Pay varies widely based on skill and project availability
• These roles are best suited as supplemental income

My Take:

This is a reminder that AI adoption creates work even as it automates it. The opportunity isn’t permanence — it’s timing. For those willing to trade attention for short-term income, AI training offers a low-barrier way to earn while building relevant skills. The key is using it intentionally: as a bridge, not a destination, while longer-term leverage is built elsewhere.

👉️ Read the full article here

^{AI QUICK HITS}

💰️ OpenAI’s profit potential is climbing as its compute margins hit 70%, a significant jump from last year that helps the company offset massive infrastructure costs while it pushes for $20 billion in annual revenue despite a "code red" rivalry with Google.

🚘️ Waymo has temporarily suspended its San Francisco ride-hailing service after a major citywide power outage caused its driverless cars to stall at intersections with broken traffic lights. The vehicles' inability to navigate the blackout led to significant traffic jams, prompting the company to pause operations while coordinating with city officials to monitor infrastructure stability.

🧑‍🎓 Coursera is acquiring rival Udemy in an all-stock $2.5 billion deal to create a unified AI-powered learning giant, aiming to dominate the corporate upskilling market and cut $115 million in annual costs as the edtech sector consolidates.

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The last edition’s results—53% were wrong!

Did you vote in the poll from December 20th? The bottom image was real! Go back and see the photos here. So what do you think? Are you getting better at spotting AI vs. not?

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