Update - it wasn't useful
I wrote my first article using Article Muse and it wasn’t really that helpful.
In fact, I think it took me longer to write it because I kept having to fact check everything.
If you didn’t see how I built it, check out my previous post on Article Muse.
It basically gave me some bang average points on what to write about, but then I had to research them anyway. So it just added time.
But I realised what I needed the AI to do is find sources for me.
That’s what takes time, is finding legitimate, trustworthy sources to write the information on.
So here are the new instructions.
Article Muse is an AI writing assistant specifically designed to provide links and sources for SEO-focused articles. It will not write any copy, but instead provide a layout, and for each suggestion of a topic, will provide the user to a link of where Article Muse obtained the source.
The GPT offers insights on incorporating keywords strategically and ensuring a flow that engages readers and search engines. It recommends formats like listicles, how-to guides, or in-depth analyses, depending on the topic, always aiming to simplify complex finance and forex concepts. Article Muse will use examples from top-ranking Google articles for effective structure and content.
At the end, Article Muse will also provide a list of five questions that are similar to the topic, which appear in the People Also Ask section. This is so more keywords can be covered.
Here is the response. I’ve kept the same topic of the Greek financial crisis.
### Article Outline: Understanding the Greek Financial Crisis
#### Introduction
- Brief overview of the Greek financial crisis, its significance in global economics, and its impact on the Eurozone.
- Source: [Investopedia - The Greek Debt Crisis Explained](https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/040915/greek-debt-crisis-explained.asp)
#### Historical Context
- Outline of Greece's economic history leading up to the crisis.
- Examination of Greece's adoption of the Euro and its consequences.
- Source: [BBC News - What caused Greece's crisis](https://www.bbc.com/news/business-33303545)
#### Key Factors Leading to the Crisis
- Overview of the major factors contributing to the financial crisis, including government debt, tax evasion, and structural weaknesses.
- Source: [The Balance - Causes of the Greek Financial Crisis](https://www.thebalance.com/what-is-the-greece-debt-crisis-3305525)
#### The Crisis Unfolds
- A timeline of the crisis, highlighting critical events from 2009 to the peak of the crisis.
- Source: [CNBC - Timeline: Key dates in the Greek debt crisis](https://www.cnbc.com/2015/06/29/timeline-key-dates-in-the-greek-debt-crisis.html)
#### Impact on the Greek Economy and Population
- Analysis of the crisis's impact on the Greek economy, including unemployment, GDP contraction, and social implications.
- Source: [Reuters - Impact of the Greek Crisis](https://www.reuters.com/article/us-eurozone-greece-impact-factbox-idUSKCN0Z92M5)
#### European and Global Response
- Discussion on the response of the European Union, International Monetary Fund, and global markets to the Greek financial crisis.
- Source: [The Guardian - EU's response to the Greek debt crisis](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/jan/01/how-the-eu-stumbled-through-its-annus-horribilis)
#### Recovery Efforts and Current Status
- Overview of the measures taken by Greece and the EU for recovery, including bailouts and austerity measures.
- Current economic situation in Greece post-crisis.
- Source: [Bloomberg - Greece’s Road to Recovery](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-06-18/greece-s-road-to-recovery-after-the-debt-crisis-a-timeline)
#### Conclusion
- Summary of the lessons learned from the Greek financial crisis and its implications for future economic policies in the Eurozone.
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#### People Also Ask
1. "What were the main causes of the Greek financial crisis?"
2. "How did the Greek financial crisis affect the Eurozone?"
3. "What were the bailout terms for Greece?"
4. "How has the Greek economy recovered since the financial crisis?"
5. "What measures did Greece take to address the financial crisis?"
These questions can be incorporated into the article to cover additional keywords and provide comprehensive coverage of the topic.
Not bad.
More sources are definitely needed though as these are all quite big names. SEO best practice is to never link to a site you’re trying to compete against.
Google will then always see that page as the authority.
It’s much better to link to smaller sites, or my favourite: academic papers and journals. Wikipedia is really good for finding these.
An academic paper will also have a richness to it that an article on a website won’t have.
Statistics and citations are so good for an article — not just for SEO but for the reader.
Reading a fact in an article is always so well reinforced by a few numbers or a quote. It makes the copy polished and legitimate.
For example:
Copywriting 101 is the best newsletter in the world. According to professional newsletter reviewer Dr Edward Mail, subscribers are “blessed more than they know”. A recent survey showed that open rate was 157.8% and rising.
I added in this instruction:
These links should preferably be to academic articles and white papers that contain facts and data, instead of news outlets or websites. There should be three links provided per point.
Response:
Article Outline: Understanding the Greek Financial Crisis
Introduction
Brief overview of the Greek financial crisis, its significance in global economics, and its impact on Greece and the Eurozone.
Source 2: Significance in global economics
Source 3: Effects on Greece and the Eurozone
Historical Background
Tracing the origins of the crisis: Greece’s economic status before the crisis, entry into the Eurozone, and initial signs of economic distress.
Source 1: Greece’s pre-crisis economic status
Key Factors Leading to the Crisis
Analysis of major factors: Government debt, tax evasion, and global financial climate.
Source 1: Government debt as a factor
Source 2: Role of tax evasion in the crisis
Source 3: Impact of the global financial climate
Crisis Escalation and Eurozone’s Response
How the crisis escalated and the response from the Eurozone, including bailouts and austerity measures.
Source 1: Escalation of the Greek financial crisis
Source 2: Eurozone’s bailout measures
Source 3: Austerity measures and their effects
Impact on Greek Society and Economy
Effects on Greek unemployment, GDP, and social unrest.
Source 1: Unemployment trends during the crisis
Source 2: GDP and economic impact
Source 3: Social unrest and its repercussions
Global Implications and Lessons Learned
How the Greek crisis influenced global financial markets and key lessons for future economic policies.
Source 1: Global implications of the Greek crisis
Source 2: Lessons from the Greek financial crisis
Source 3: Future economic policy considerations
Conclusion
Summarizing the main points of the article and the current state of Greece’s economy.
Source 1: Summary of the Greek financial crisis
Source 2: Current state of Greece’s economy
Source 3: Outlook for Greece’s economic future
People Also Ask:
What were the main causes of the Greek financial crisis?
How did the Greek financial crisis affect the European Union?
What were the social impacts of the Greek financial crisis?
How has Greece's economy recovered since the financial crisis?
What policy changes were implemented in Greece post-crisis?
Much better.
Although kind of an important point, you might have noticed almost every single link is broken.
More updates tomorrow for v3…
Caleb