How to Make AI-Generated Content Feel More Human

Ever read a LinkedIn post and thought, “This feels… off?”
Too polished. Too predictable. Almost like a corporate bot wrote it.

Well, that’s probably because one did.

AI-generated content is everywhere now, but here’s the thing: people can spot it when it’s too robotic, formulaic, or, worst of all — lifeless.

So how do you make AI-generated LinkedIn posts actually feel human? You do what great writers do: embrace imperfection, inject storytelling, and break the rules (just a little).

Here’s how.(TL;DR there is a cheat-code prompt at the end of the article)

1. Mix Up Your Sentence Structure

Ever notice how AI loves clean, structured paragraphs with perfectly balanced sentences? Yeah, humans don’t write like that.

What to do instead:

• Use a mix of short, punchy sentences and longer, flowing ones.
• Add slight pauses (“…”) or break ideas into separate thoughts for a conversational feel.
• Let it sound like how you’d actually talk.

AI-Like:
“Our AI-powered platform optimizes efficiency and streamlines workflow processes to enhance business productivity.”

Human-Like:
“You ever waste an hour on something that should’ve taken five minutes? Yeah, us too. That’s why we built [Product] — so you can focus on work that actually matters.”

See the difference? One feels corporate, the other feels real.

2. Embrace Imperfections (Because Perfect = Fake)

Humans don’t write with flawless precision. We repeat ideas for emphasis. We start a sentence and change our minds halfway through. We even make tiny mistakes sometimes (shocking, I know).

What to do instead:

• Use contractions (you’ll instead of you will).
• Add rhetorical questions or slight redundancy for emphasis.
• Break traditional grammar rules when it makes the sentence flow better.

AI-Like:
“AI automation enhances efficiency, reduces errors, and streamlines operations for businesses.”

Human-Like:
“You know that feeling when you’re stuck doing the same task over and over? Yeah, that’s what [Product] was made to fix.”

3. Stop Overusing Marketing Buzzwords

Here’s the hard truth: nobody talks like this in real life.

“Revolutionary AI-powered automation solution that leverages cutting-edge technology to optimize workflows.”

C’mon. No one describes a calendar app like that.

What to do instead:

• Write how you’d explain it to a friend.
• Cut the fluff and say what it actually does.
• If it sounds too polished, dial it back.

AI-Like:
“Our proprietary technology offers seamless integration and unparalleled scalability.”

Human-Like:
“It just works. No complicated setup, no hassle — just plug it in and go.”

See? No one misses the corporate-speak.

4. Loosen Up the Structure (But Keep It Logical)

AI loves rigid templates: Hook → Story → Benefits → CTA.

Great. But people don’t read like that.

What to do instead:

• Follow a natural thought process, not a script.
• Make your points, but let them flow like a conversation.
• If a list feels forced, don’t use it — just say it naturally.

AI-Like:
*”Here’s why our platform is the best choice:

1. Increases efficiency by 40%.
2. Reduces manual effort.
3. Provides seamless integration.”*

Human-Like:
“Okay, so here’s the deal —
We built [Product] because no one likes wasting time on manual work. It does the heavy lifting so you can focus on real priorities. Oh, and it integrates seamlessly. That too.”

Feels way more real, right?

5. Write Like a Person, Not a Brand

AI tends to default to a neutral, corporate tone.

But real people? We bring personality.

What to do instead:

• Write like an expert explaining something casually.
• Imagine you’re talking in a Slack message, not a press release.
• Don’t be afraid to inject humor, self-awareness, or a personal touch.

AI-Like:
“Businesses today require advanced automation solutions to stay competitive.”

Human-Like:
“Not gonna lie, when we first built [Product], we didn’t expect it to take off this fast. Turns out, people really don’t like wasting time on repetitive tasks.”

That’s the difference between sounding like a human and sounding like a sales brochure.

Final Thoughts: The Goal is Effortless Authenticity

People shouldn’t notice that a post was written by AI. It should feel like a natural extension of your personal/brand’s voice — engaging, easy to read, and most importantly, real.

If you take one thing from this, let it be this: don’t let AI write like AI. Guide it. Add some human quirks. Break the pattern. That’s how you make sure your content doesn’t just look good — it feels right too.

For those which need that ChatGPT prompt to make it work, add this to your rewrite prompt (or even better try how we implemented such guiding principles in our SimplerWork AI Office Suite)

## Writing Style Requirements 
- **Make the post feel like a natural conversation**, not a corporate announcement. 
- **Vary sentence structure:** Mix short and medium-length sentences. 
- **Avoid marketing buzzwords**—write how you’d explain it to a colleague. 
- **Introduce slight imperfections** for authenticity (e.g., rhetorical questions, contractions, informal phrasing). 
- **Write as if you are an industry expert casually explaining why this product/service matters.** 
- **Use a natural, readable rhythm—no rigid templates.** 
- **If a list is needed, make it flow naturally, not forced.** 
- **Be engaging but not overly polished—let it sound human, raw and approachable.**

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