Lindsay Rosenthal

Founder | Creator | Strategist | Building AI, Leaders, & Ideas That Move Markets

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I build AI, leaders, products, and ideas that move markets.

As a founder, creator, and strategist, I’ve taken products from concept to market, scaled sales engines, built teams, and created campaigns that drive both revenue and cultural relevance. Deeply integrating AI in every step of the way. 

My experience spans SaaS, AI, B2B, and beyond, working alongside the companies and executives shaping tomorrow’s most important industries. (Would love to work with yours!)

I operate where innovation meets execution. 
Blending the reach of a creator, the precision of a strategist, and the perspective of an AI founder who has built and scaled from the ground up. 

The result: content, campaigns, AI, and go-to-market strategies that cut through the noise and position brands at the forefront of their markets.

Founder

1 month of content in 1 hour

The playbook I use to see trends early:

(my unfair advantage going into 2026)

I’ve led top brand campaigns w/ some of the coolest companies.
And right now, I’m deep in planning mode for what’s next.

A huge focus for me is spotting where trends actually start.
Then plugging campaigns into those moments.
Cutting in while people are still deciding.

Cause this messy middle (where Q’s repeat, opinions clash, community hangs) is where the real signal lives.

That’s why Reddit for Business is ranking at the top for me right now.
I use Reddit to:

- uncover golden audience insight from authentic convos
- activate audiences before they’ve made up their minds
- carry signal all the way through the funnel without losing trust

One example: I used Reddit Pro keyword tracking to spot a pattern forming across multiple communities. That signal showed up weeks before it appeared on other platforms.

We shaped the campaign around that language. Message landed immediately. Performance followed.

My 2026 system looks like this:
listen first → identify repeated intent → shape the narrative → then distribute.

The real edge now isn’t louder marketing. It’s understanding people earlier andddd meeting them while they’re already deciding.

That’s the playbook I’m building around.

Reddit is such an unfair advantage.

You can even sign up here with Reddit Ads to earn $500 in ad credit when you spend $500!!

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feeling overwhelmed with content for 2026?

it might not be a content problem
but an AI tool stack problem.

too many tools, tabs, workflows would drive anyone crazy.

more AI hasn’t made content better.
it’s made it heavier.

the best creators I know aren’t running massive stacks.
they’re using 4 tools max.

because fewer decisions means more brain space saved.

here’s the stack to simplify your workflows:

𝟭. 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿
something to help you pressure-test ideas, structure thoughts, sharpen voice, get unstuck.

𝟮. 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹
used sparingly for clarity and flow.

𝟯. 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀
catch thoughts fast!

𝟰. 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺
a calendar, checklist, or light scheduler to help you stay consistent + intentional.

that’s it.
everything else is complexity disguised as productivity.

AI should reduce friction, not add it.

if your stack feels heavy, that’s the signal.
simplify!!

how to prevent scaling the wrong ideas:

(despite what AI tells you!)

AI is making bad ideas scale faster than ever.
but the problem isn’t AI’s.
it’s us hitting publish too fast.

something sloppy, half-baked, or just wrong can now reach hundreds, thousands, even millions, before anyone notices.

so how do you avoid amplifying mistakes?

pressure-test your thinking first.

here’s how:
1. slow it down
don’t hit publish right after generating a post.
take a breath. review. reconsider.

2. read it out loud
does it sound like you?
does it convey what you actually mean?

3. flip perspectives
what would a critic say? 
what would someone outside your industry think?
(critics aren’t the end-all, but can be worthy of thought)

4. share with another human
even one person spotting a gap can save you a lot of trouble.

your job isn’t to make more content.
it’s to make better content.

slow down.
pressure-test.
then scale.

I’m revealing my 3 layer storytelling strategy:

(copy my hack for better, more human outputs!!)

AI can generate words, but it can’t automatically tell your story the way your brand does.

to get consistent, on-brand output, teach the model your narrative in 𝟯 𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀:

𝟭. 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳𝘀
define the principles your brand stands for.

 • write 2-3 sentences describing your values.
 • prompt AI: “use these beliefs as the foundation for all messaging”
   example: “we believe marketing should build trust, not just clicks”

𝟮. 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀
collect stories, case studies, or examples that capture your voice.

 • list 3-5 recurring stories or wins.
 • prompt AI: “reference these examples to illustrate points naturally”
   example: “highlight how brands scale with AI while keeping human creativity central”

𝟯. 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲
document recurring phrases, terminology, and tone.

 • compile 5-10 phrases or words you always use.
 • prompt AI: “write content using this tone, language, and style consistently.”
   example: “always lowercase, concise, educational, with punchy takeaways”

𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘂𝘀𝗲:

 1. feed all three layers to the model before generating content
 2. ask AI to produce the first draft
 3. review, tweak, and add new examples to refine outputs

the better you teach, the less editing you need.
and AI becomes a true storytelling partner.

everyone’s asking how to use AI for content in 2026.
but that’s not really the question.
the real advantage is knowing what AI can’t do.

AI can generate ideas but it can’t live the moment that led to them.

AI can summarize what happened but it can’t show the tension while it was happening.

AI can clean up copy but it can’t recreate the back-and-forth, the second guessing, the almost wrong call.

that gap is where the human opportunity is.
in 2026, the content that actually works will be more real.
really, truly, real.

what to share instead of generic AI content:
• the decision you went back and forth on
• the thing that didn’t work + why
• what surprised you this week
• how something actually got approved
• what you changed after seeing real results
• the part of the process you normally skip over
• your real personality and human-ness

so show the tradeoffs, constraints, the imperfect execution.
what makes us truly humans, all giving our best go at this.

bc people don’t trust you because you sound smart.
they trust you because they understand how you think.

AI will keep raising the baseline.
but ultimately humans still win on depth and being real.

Hey, I’m MJ! 👋

Are you struggling grow your audience & business? 

I've spent 20 years scaling SaaS businesses.
And 2 years building a 57k following on LinkedIn

I’ve spent 1000s of hours:

-Writing LinkedIn content
-Studying how LinkedIn growth works
-Writing marketing copy that converts
-Selling digital products & services

My results:

↳ I grew my LinkedIn to 57k in 18 months.
↳ I sold over 100M+ in SaaS subscriptions.
↳ I helped grow Buddy Media from $0→$750M.
↳ I grew my startup from $0→$3M in 18 months.
↳ I 2x'd Miva’s GTM efficiency in 1 year.

Today, personal brand is more important than ever. 

→ Your content is your new resume
→ Your network is your networth
→ Social selling is the new sales
→ AI is changing everything

And, I'm here to help. 

Here's what I talk about on LinkedIn

- AI Content: AI content creation systems
- LinkedIn Growth: how to grow on LinkedIn
- Social Selling: Your content sells for you.

Let’s win together!

DM me if you want to grow on LinkedIn
MJ

Michael Jaindl

I grew to 57k+ followers last year.

Here's what I'd do if I had to start over 👇

I wouldn't post more.
I wouldn't chase trends.
I wouldn't grind without a plan.

I'd build a system.

This cheat sheet is exactly that:

- Zone of genius: the overlap of what you enjoy, what you're good at, and what the world needs. Most creators skip this. It's why they burn out.

- Profile that converts: photo, banner, headline, about. Your profile works 24/7. Make it sell.

- Headline formula: [action verb] + [ideal customer] + [what your customer wants] + [how you help] Remember, your headline is visible in the feed and comments

- Daily habits: comment, post, reply, create. Simple. Not easy.

- Content calendar: plan 2 weeks ahead in Notion. Stop winging it.

- Find your tribe: find creators in your niche. Support them daily with comments. It comes back fast.

- Funnel that works: 70% top of funnel, 20% middle, 10% bottom. Most creators invert this and wonder why nothing converts.

- AI content creation: Canva, ChatGPT, Stanley, Notion. Work smarter, not harder.

No hacks.
No noise.
Just growth through connection.

Save my cheatsheet. Use it. Improve it.

P.S. Follow me if LinkedIn matters to your career or business in 2026
P.P.S. What piece are you missing?

MJ Jaindl

I help you find your voice, grow an audience, and make more money on LinkedIn.

My profile gets 1,000+ views a week.

Most profiles sit there collecting dust.

Here's why: LinkedIn's new algorithm reads your profile.

Every word. Every section.
Then decides who sees your posts.

Outdated profile = limited reach.
Optimized profile = algorithm boost.

Your content isn't the only thing that matters anymore.
Your profile is either working for or against you

Here's how to build a profile that increases your reach 👇

1. Banner (1584 x 396px)
↳ Clear headline, social proof
↳ Add a large photo of yourself
↳ Show personality

2. Profile Photo (1000 x 1000px)
↳ Simple background
↳ Professional, clear, smiling

3. Headline
↳ Formula: "I"+ [action verb] + [ideal customer] + [what they want] + [how you help]
↳ 360Brew matches you to your ideal audience

4. Custom Button
↳ Highlight your primary offer
↳ Make it easy for visitors to take action

5. Featured Section
↳ Showcase your highest-value content
↳ Lead with proof first. Then add a paid offer

6. About Section
↳ Write conversationally, not corporate
↳ Show what you've actually done with results
↳ Bridge to what you do now with a friendly CTA

7. Activity
↳ This is your true résumé now
↳ Post consistently, show what you've done, show who you are

8. Experience
↳ Real numbers, real impact
↳ Keep it punchy and concise

Same content.
Better distribution.

All because you optimized for how the LinkedIn algorithm reads your profile.

P.S. When's the last time you updated your profile?
P.P.S. Save this to update your profile

My infographics take hours to create

Now, they take 1-minute with AI 

I can spend hours on an infographic. I love design and I’m a perfectionist. 

But when I don’t have time, I know have a solution. 

Here’s how to create a quality infographic with Google Gemini Nano Banana

1. Select an idea
↳ Know what you want to teach or explain

2. Open Google Gemini
↳ Select the "Thinking" model

3. Select "Image Creation 🍌"
↳ This activates Nano Banana Pro

4. Use this idea prompt:
"Here's my idea about [Your Idea]. Help me build an outline for an infographic."

5. Then use this image creation prompt:
"From my notes above create a graphic facilitation and visual note-taking illustration style, [Insert Topic/Subject Here], complex sketchnote infographic. Medium: Black micron fine-liner pens for distinct outlines and text, with alcohol markers on slightly textured white paper. Limited muted color palette used for simple shading and accents: sage green, muted burnt orange, dusty purple, old rose pink, and mustard yellow. The main title is bold, hand-drawn, and encased in a wide 3D-style rectangular container centered at the top. Visually organized layout featuring arrows, connectors, speech bubbles, and hand-drawn diagrams guiding the eye. High resolution, tactile paper and marker texture, clean background. Make the orientation 1080px wide by 1350 px tall."

That's it.
5 steps.
1 minute.

No more Canva templates.
No more design frustration.
Just describe what you want.

Same idea.
Different tool.
10x faster output.

P.S. Have you created an infographic with AI?
P.P.S. Save these prompts for your next infographic.

How To Create AI Infographics In 1 Minute

I grew by 50k+ followers last year.

Here's what I'd do if I had to start over 👇

Most people overcomplicate LinkedIn growth.
They chase hacks. 
They post randomly. 
They wonder why nothing works.

But growth isn't complicated.
It's a system.

Here are the 11 things that actually moved the needle for me:

𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
↳ Find your Zone of Genius
↳ Build a daily posting habit

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
↳ Update your profile photo
↳ Fix your headline
↳ Update your banner
↳ Rewrite your About section

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆
↳ Create a content calendar
↳ Nail your funnel (70/20/10 split)

𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀
↳ Find your tribe and engage daily
↳ Use pre-validated content
↳ Learn AI tools

The 3 that made the biggest difference:

1. 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘂𝘀 – stopped random content
2. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 – knew what to post and when
3. 𝗔𝗜 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 – 10x'd output without burnout

This isn't theory.
This is what I actually did.

Save this infographic and start growing.

What did I miss?

I have AI write 70% of my content.

(and I still go viral)

Most people use AI wrong.

They either:
↳ Avoid it completely
↳ Or outsource everything to it

Both are mistakes.

The secret? Co-creation.

I use a 3-layer framework to keep my content authentic 👇

🔴 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗟 (𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲)
This is YOU. AI can't touch it.
↳ Lived experience
↳ Unique observations
↳ Emotions and meaning
↳ Ethical reasoning
↳ Physical world interactions

🟡 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 (𝗖𝗼-𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗜)
AI helps you research and structure.
↳ Information retrieval
↳ Industry trends and data
↳ Historical context
↳ Case studies
↳ Scientific findings
↳ Pattern recognition
↳ Statistical analysis

🟢 𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 (𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗜)
Let AI handle the polish.
↳ Grammar and spelling
↳ Punctuation and syntax
↳ Sentence length and variation
↳ Readability optimization
↳ Sharpening language
↳ Removing redundancy

Before you hit post, ask yourself:

1. Is this unique to me? (Could anyone else have written it?)
2. Would I proudly say, "I wrote this with AI"?
3. Can I defend every sentence?
4. Did I inject my lived experience?

If you answer "no" to any of these ... rewrite.

AI is a collaborator, not a ghostwriter.

Use it to amplify your voice.
Not replace it.

(save this framework for your next draft)

Which layer do you struggle with most?

I've post 600 times in 2 year on LinkedIn

(Half of what worked in 2024 doesn't anymore)

LinkedIn has quietly changed.
Most people are still posting like it hasn’t.

Here’s what actually shifted and what to do now:

Carousels
Old: High-level listicles and swipe bait
New: Teach one clear idea with a real takeaway

Post length
Old: Short posts win because less scrolling
New: Readable depth that holds attention

Hooks
Old: Hot takes and contrarian angles
New: Evidence-backed hooks with receipts

Links
Old: Links kill reach
New: Useful links earn saves and shares

Quotes & visuals
Old: Big billboard slogans
New: Notes-style visuals that feel human

Selfies
Old: More faces equal more reach
New: Context beats faces every time

Video
Old: Video for reach and followers
New: Video for trust and credibility

The algorithm didn’t get smarter.
The audience did.

So, you need to get smarter too.

In 2026, winners will focus on:
• Depth over breadth
• Personal stories with proof
• Teaching, not performing

Same platform.

New rules.

P.S. What topic are you going deep on in 2026? 

P.P.S. Save this to post better this year.

2026: Old vs New LinkedIn

8.3 million impressions last year.

(my secret weapon: storytelling)

Most creators:
↳ Chase hooks
↳ Chase trends
↳ Chase the algorithm

But LinkedIn's algorithm changed.

Dwell time is the new currency.
Stories keep people reading.
More reading = more reach.

Here are 5 storytelling frameworks that grew my LinkedIn 👇

𝟭) 𝗔𝗵𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗕𝗔𝗣)
↳ Before: Share the old belief
↳ After: Reveal the insight
↳ Proof: Back it with your story
Rewires how readers think.

𝟮) 𝗣𝗶𝘅𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
↳ Once upon a time: Set the scene
↳ Every day: Establish routine
↳ One day: Break the routine
↳ Because of that: Show consequences
↳ Until finally: Reach the climax
Creates rhythm and empathy.

𝟯) 𝗖𝗜𝗔 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸
↳ Confession: Admit something vulnerable
↳ Insight: Share what you learned
↳ Advice: Give actionable takeaways
Builds trust fast.

𝟰) 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
↳ Start: The problem you faced
↳ Turning Point: What changed everything
↳ Now: The solution you live today
Visual storytelling that hooks readers.

𝟱) 𝗣𝗧𝗥 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸
↳ Problem: Capture attention
↳ Tension: Build the arc
↳ Resolution: Deliver satisfaction
The classic narrative structure.

Facts tell.
Stories sell.

The algorithm rewards engagement.
Stories create engagement.

Master these 5 frameworks.
Watch your content resonate deeper.

P.S. Which framework is your go-to?

Grow Your LinkedIn Audience w/ Storytelling

I got 8.3M views on LinkedIn last year

(here's the key to LinkedIn copy)

2 year ago, I was posting into the void.
Same effort. Same ideas. Barely any reach.

I wasn't writing badly.
I was structuring badly.

I fixed these 10 things and my audience grew:
More engagement on my posts
More views on each post
More followers each day

1. Post Length
↳ Match length to post format
↳ Each format has a sweet spot

2. Your Hook
↳ 80% won't click "see more"
↳ Short, bold, numbers win

3. Your Rehook
↳ Line two keeps them reading
↳ Challenge, explain, then deliver

4. Whitespace
↳ Use space to improve flow
↳ Don't space after every line

5. Formatting
↳ Make text easy to scan
↳ Wave rhythm + groups of three

6. No Orphan Words
↳ Single words kill momentum
↳ Adjust line breaks intentionally

7. Topic Chunking
↳ Group related ideas together
↳ Topic → connector → payoff

8. Power Ending
↳ End with a clear takeaway
↳ Make the point stick

9. CTA
↳ Questions boost engagement
↳ +20–40% comments possible

10. Nail All 10
↳ These tactics compound
↳ Reach follows clarity

You LinkedIn post success is
-1 part content quality
-1 par human psychology

We like clear communication
We like information density
We like content that's easy to digest

Give your reader what they want
And what you're reach begin to grow.

P.S. What's your best LinkedIn copy tip?

How To: Write for Reach

I just hit 58k followers

(my growth secret weapon: storytelling)

Most creators:
Chase hooks.
Chase trends.
Chase the algorithm.

Top creators focus on storytelling

Here are 5 storytelling frameworks that grew my LinkedIn 👇

1) AHA Moment (BAP)
↳ Before: Share the old belief
↳ After: Reveal the realization
↳ Proof: Back it with a personal story
Rewires how readers think

2) Pixar Framework
↳ Once upon a time: Beginning
↳ Every day: Routine
↳ But one day: Broken routine
↳ Because of that: Consequences
↳ Until finally: Climax
↳ And then: End
Creates rhythm and empathy

3) Confession-Insight-Advice (CIA)
↳ Confess something vulnerable
↳ Share the insight you gained
↳ Give actionable advice
Builds deep trust fast

4) Origin Story
↳ Start with the problem
↳ Show the turning point
↳ End with where you are now
Visual storytelling that hooks readers

5) Problem-Tension-Resolution (PTR)
↳ Problem: Capture attention
↳ Tension: Build the arc
↳ Resolution: Deliver satisfaction
The classic narrative structure

Facts tell.
Stories sell.

The algorithm rewards engagement.
Stories create engagement.

Master these 5 frameworks.
Watch your content resonate deeper.

Save this. Use it. Tell better stories.

P.S. Which framework are you trying first?
P.P.S. Follow me for more LinkedIn and AI content

I help you find your voice, grow an audience, and build the career or business you (actually) want.

I gained 132 new followers a day last year.

(confession: AI wrote 75% of my content)

But it didn't always work this well.
My early AI drafts? Embarrassing.
Then I learned one framework.

Most people don't "use AI."

They poke it.

Then complain the output sucks.

Here's the truth:

Bad prompts → Bad outputs

AI isn't broken.
Your instructions are.

Not your fault.
No one taught you how to prompt.
We learned to Google in 2 seconds.
Prompting takes 2 minutes to learn — but no one shows you.

Most people prompt ChatGPT like Google:

"Write a LinkedIn post."
"Research my market."
"Write a sales email."

That's not prompting.
That's wishing.

The fix is simple:

RGCO

Role
Goal
Context
Output

Every great prompt answers 4 questions:

Who are you acting as?
What are you trying to achieve?
What do you already know?
What should the final thing look like?

Examples:

❌ "Write a viral LinkedIn post"

✅ "Write a LinkedIn post for founders."

🔥 "Act as a founder writing to peers.
Goal: spark saves and comments.
Context: audience runs real companies.
Output: one hook-first post, short lines, one insight."

Same AI.
Wildly different result.

Lazy input = useless output.

Clarity in = unfair advantage.

If you want better outputs,
stop asking better questions.

Start giving better instructions.

Save this. Then try RGCO on your next prompt.

P.S. If your prompt fits in one line, it's probably a wish.

Bad Prompts vs Good Prompts vs Great Prompts

Only 9.6% of LinkedIn posts are carousels.

Yet carousel engagement is up 46.73%.

And carousel reach? Up 6.92%.

That's a massive gap.

Most creators are fighting over the same formats.
Text posts. Images. Videos.

Meanwhile, carousels are quietly crushing it.

Why aren't more people using them?

Because they seem harder to make.

They're not.

I grew to 57k followers last year, posting 3x carousel per week

Carousels are my growth engine. 

Here's the simple anatomy of a viral carousel:

1. Hook Slide
↳ Stop the scroll
↳ Title: 6-8 words max
↳ Bold image + trigger word

2. Body Slides (4-6 slides)
↳ One clear idea per slide
↳ Step-by-step breakdown
↳ Easy to follow on mobile

3. Summary Slide
↳ Recap the key points
↳ Reinforce the value

4. CTA Slide
↳ Ask for engagement
↳ Drive comments and saves

The sweet spot? 9 slides total.

Less competition.
Higher reach.
Better engagement.

The math is simple.

Stop fighting in crowded formats.
Start using the one that's actually working.

Credit: Richard van der Blom on the stats above. Get his LinkedIn Algorithm Insights Report to understand LinkedIn better

P.S. When's the last time you posted a carousel?
P.P.S. Save for your next carousel post.

Your resume isn't your resume anymore.

Your digital footprint is.

80% of people feel unprepared for the 2026 job market.
65% say the job search has gotten harder.
Competition per role has doubled since 2022.

And here's the kicker:
93% of recruiters plan to increase AI use this year.
81% will use AI for candidate pre-screening.
47% say AI helps them find "hidden gems" they'd never spot otherwise.

So what does that mean for you?

AI is reading your online presence before a human ever does.

I tested this myself.
I asked ChatGPT: "Who is MJ Jaindl?"

It knew me.
My background. My expertise. My focus areas.

Why? Because I post.

Your personal brand isn't a nice-to-have anymore.
- It's how you get discovered.
- It's how you stand out when competition doubles.
- It's how AI surfaces YOU as the hidden gem.

The old playbook:
↳ Polish your resume
↳ Apply to 100 jobs
↳ Hope someone notices

The new playbook:
↳ Build your personal brand
↳ Post consistently
↳ Let AI and recruiters find you

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Your resume sits in a folder.
Your personal brand works 24/7.

P.S. Have you asked ChatGPT about yourself?
P.P.S. If AI can't describe you, neither can recruiters.

How To: Build A Personal Brand On LinkedIn

Want to grow on LinkedIn in 2026? 

Start by following these creators. 

Shoutout to Charlie for curating!

Honored to be included. 

Have a nice weekend all 🫶

I help you (actually) use AI for content.

I learned more from these 26 creators than any course.

Here's my actual follow list for 2026:

1. Chris Donnelly (1.1M+)
Shows you how to actually build businesses.

2. Will McTighe (425K+)
Engineers viral content better than anyone I know. 

3. Jasmin Alić (345K+)
The LinkedIn GOAT. No debate.

4. Lara Acosta (303K+)
Her vulnerability and storytelling inspire me every time.

5. Adam Biddlecombe (254K+)
Built an incredible newsletter and sold it to HubSpot.

6. Charlie Hills 🦩 (183K+)
That's me. It's my list.

7. Fatima Khan (91K+)
My co-founder. Her content is genuinely useful.

8. Audrey Chia (68.8K)
The absolute queen of AI copywriting.

9. John Hu (61K)
Runs Stan and builds a billion-dollar company in public.

10. Cory Blumenfeld (60K)
My co-founder who teaches leadership and operations.

11. MJ Jaindl (57K+)
Shares seriously valuable LinkedIn and AI content.

12. AJ Eckstein 🧩 (52.7K+)
Building and scaling Creator Match.

13. Jérémy Grandillon (50K+)
An absolute pro when it comes to AI sales.

14. Madhav Mistry (48K)
The best when it comes to marketing and SEO.

15 Mischa Collins (47.5K)
A rising star. Her story about getting made redundant and building her brand is inspiring.

16. Lindsay Rosenthal (40K+)
Always at the forefront of B2B and AI.

17. Vitalii Dodonov (25K)
Building something powerful and every post is authentic.

18. Tomas Loucky (22K+)
Runs an amazing podcast you should subscribe to.

19. Darren Gibb (20K)
The pro when it comes to AI, sales and LinkedIn.
Massively underrated.

20. Roisin Bennett (18.5K+)
Always at the forefront of what's happening in AI.

21. Sabahudin Murtic (17K+)
Powerful AI sales workflows you can steal. 

22. Jenny Gonzalez (14.6K)
The go-to for affiliate marketing. 

23. Joe M-C 🧙 (11.8K+)
The funnel wizard.

24. Adrien Thomas (11K+)
SEO content that's actually useful.

25. Tara Knight 🧩 (9K)
Some of the best content out there.
Seriously underrated.

26. Smriti Maan (9K)
Builds her personal brand in public before she needs one. Incredibly authentic.

27. Saima Chand (8.5K)
The queen of design. Watch her blow up this year.

Follower count ≠ value.

Some of the best insights come from creators under 20K.

Tag someone who should be on the list.

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P.S. Yes I know there's 27, I had to put myself on right?

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