Most Automation Content Is Actually P*rn (And You're Being Fooled)
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Most Automation Content Is Actually P*rn (And You're Being Fooled)

B2Upper-intermediateNovember 14, 202619 min
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  • Technology

Most automation content online isn't actually about automation. It's content marketing disguised as workplace productivity advice, and the implications are pretty wild. Here's what's happening: Search demand for automation and AI content has exploded 400% since 2020. Content creators figured this out fast. Now they're gaming the algorithm by tagging unrelated videos with automation keywords because it generates 3x more organic reach than their usual content. The numbers are staggering. Studies show 60-70% of content tagged with automation keywords contains zero actual workplace automation education. Instead, you're getting lifestyle content, relationship advice, and yes, adult content creators specifically targeting tech terms to...

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So you're searching for automation tips online, maybe trying to figure out how to streamline your workflow or learn about what jobs AI might actually replace. You type in some keywords, hit enter,

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and what you get back is basically nothing like what you were looking for. Maybe it's click bait. Maybe it's something that has absolutely nothing to do

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with workplace automation. Maybe it's content that's clearly gaming the system in ways that would make you uncomfortable if you knew what was really going on.

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