The rise of AI writing tools has created a paradox. Everyone has access to content generation, which means LinkedIn is flooded with posts that all sound the same. Polished, professional, and completely forgettable.
You've probably scrolled past dozens of them today. They're technically well-written, but they lack the one thing that makes content worth reading: a real human perspective.
The generic content epidemic
Open LinkedIn right now and you'll spot the pattern. Vague inspirational statements, recycled business wisdom, and that unmistakable AI tone. Enthusiastic about everything, specific about nothing.
This isn't because AI is bad at writing. It's because most AI tools start from the wrong place. They begin with a topic and generate content around it. But the best LinkedIn posts don't start with topics. They start with experiences, observations, and genuine insights that only you could share.
Why input matters more than output
Here's a simple truth: AI content is only as authentic as what you put in. If you give a tool a prompt like "write a LinkedIn post about leadership," you'll get a generic post about leadership. But if you share a specific story about a tough decision you made last week and what you learned from it, the output will be genuinely unique.
The difference isn't in the AI. It's in the source material.
The voice-first advantage
This is where voice-based content creation changes the game. When you talk about your work instead of typing prompts, several things happen:
You share details you'd never type. In conversation, you naturally include the small, specific details that make content relatable. The look on your client's face, the exact moment you realized something, the mistake that led to a breakthrough.
Your perspective comes through unfiltered. Writing makes us self-conscious. Speaking doesn't. When you talk freely about your expertise, your unique point of view emerges naturally.
You cover more ground. A 30-minute conversation covers far more territory than 30 minutes of writing. More raw material means more diverse, interesting content.
Practical tips for authentic AI content
Whether you use Edgar or any other tool, here's how to keep your voice front and center:
Start with stories, not topics. Instead of "write about networking," share a specific networking experience. The specificity is what makes it yours.
Don't over-edit the personality out. If a draft captures your slightly irreverent take on an industry trend, keep it. That personality is your competitive advantage.
Use your actual language. If you say "that's a game-changer" in real life, it's fine in your posts. Authenticity beats eloquence on LinkedIn every time.
Talk about what genuinely interests you. Your passion for a subject comes through in AI-generated content too, but only if the source material reflects genuine enthusiasm.
The goal isn't perfect. It's genuine.
The LinkedIn posts that get the most meaningful engagement aren't the most polished. They're the most human. They share real experiences, acknowledge real challenges, and offer real perspectives.
With Edgar, one 30-minute conversation turns into 5–6 high-quality LinkedIn posts that carry your authentic voice. Every post traces back to something you actually said, thought, and experienced. That's the kind of content that builds real professional relationships.