Episode 476 - Asking My AI Tool Perplexity How I am Doing and How To Use the Platform Better for my Podcast I asked AI how well I doing on their platform - here is what I asked of Perplexity.ai "from my interactions here on perplexity what have you come to learn about me, my approach to search and how can I improve my approach to using perplexity to get better results, how can I improve" Here was the result! What I’ve Learned About Your Approach Based on your interactions, here’s what stands out about your style and approach to using Perplexity: Curiosity and Depth: You consistently seek actionable, in-depth answers—often requesting expanded outlines, practical steps, and SEO-focused advice tailored to podcasting, content creation, and community building. Personalization: You frequently ask for rewrites, simplifications, or reframing of information to suit specific audiences (e.g., dads, podcast editors, new podcasters), showing a strong focus on audience relevance. Strategic Mindset: You look for ways to optimize processes, from content planning and analytics to community engagement and business operations. Desire for Clarity: You value clear, concise, and actionable information—often requesting summaries, checklists, or step-by-step guides Your Search Habits You often provide context: Giving background or specifying your audience helps tailor responses. You ask for practical examples: You request real-world applications, not just theory. You value SEO and discoverability: Many queries focus on increasing reach and impact through search optimization. You revisit and refine: You ask for rewrites, expansions, or simplifications, showing a willingness to iterate for clarity and effectiveness. How to Improve Your Approach To get even better results from Perplexity, consider these strategies:Be Even More Specific with Your Goals State your desired outcome: Instead of just “tips for podcasters,” ask for “three actionable tips for new podcasters to grow their audience in 2025.” Clarify constraints: If you want a response under a certain word count, or in a particular format (e.g., checklist, table), mention it up front.Use Follow-Up Questions Strategically Drill down: After receiving an answer, follow up with “Can you provide an example?” or “How would this apply to [your audience]?” Request comparisons: Ask for pros and cons, or a table comparing options, to deepen your understanding. Leverage Perplexity’s Strengths Ask for summaries and expansions: Use the assistant to condense complex topics or expand on brief answers, as you already do. Request actionable steps: Always ask, “What are the next steps?” or “How can I implement this?” Experiment with Prompt Variations Try different phrasings: If a response isn’t what you want, rephrase your question or specify a different angle. Use role-based prompts: For example, “Act as a podcast coach—what would you advise for [situation]?” Reference Previous Interactions Build on past answers: Remind the assistant of previous advice or ask for updates based on new data or trends. Final Thoughts You already use Perplexity in a highly effective, intentional way—focusing on clarity, relevance, and actionable insights. By sharpening your prompts with even more specificity, leveraging follow-ups, and experimenting with prompt styles, you can unlock even deeper, more tailored results for your podcasting and content creation needs https://www.perplexity.ai/ Voices by: https://voicemaker.in/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia
