Hello everyone,
I’m Higashi no Kumo, the head of the AI Side Hustle Lab.
In this blog, I document my real experiences running a side hustle blog using AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini.
Today, I’d like to share some honest thoughts about “the good and bad sides of AI utilization.”
- 🚀 Feeling the Power of “Unbelievable Efficiency”
- ⏱️ A Lifesaver for Busy People with Limited Time
- 🧠 When Words Don’t Quite Match — Handling “AI Misunderstandings”
- ⚙️ The Hidden Trap of Long-Form Writing — When AI Slows Down
- 💡 Even with Flaws, I Can’t Imagine Working Without AI
- 🤝 Conclusion: AI Is a Partner, Not a Replacement
🚀 Feeling the Power of “Unbelievable Efficiency”
When I first started blogging, I did everything manually—from planning the outline to polishing each paragraph.
Now, thanks to ChatGPT and Gemini, I can generate structure, style, and even SEO-friendly headings automatically.
It’s incredible how much faster everything has become.
AI can instantly create a clear article framework that would normally take hours to plan.
Sometimes I still catch myself thinking, “Wow, this is the future we dreamed about.”
⏱️ A Lifesaver for Busy People with Limited Time
Since I work full-time, my hours for blogging are very limited.
That’s where AI became a total game-changer.
Tasks that once took 4–5 hours now take about 2 hours with AI’s help.
Instead of wasting energy on structure or transitions, I can focus on improving content quality and accuracy.
For anyone juggling a side hustle, time equals sustainability—and AI is the ultimate time-saver.
🧠 When Words Don’t Quite Match — Handling “AI Misunderstandings”
Of course, AI isn’t perfect.
There are times when it writes something completely different from what I meant.
A small change in a prompt can lead to a totally unexpected tone or focus.
I’ve learned that how you communicate with AI matters more than you think.
During my early days, I often ended up rewriting the same paragraph multiple times because the nuance felt off.
Over time, I realized that while AI helps generate ideas, humans must take responsibility for the final version.
⚙️ The Hidden Trap of Long-Form Writing — When AI Slows Down
I often collaborate with AI on long-form content like blog posts and fiction writing.
That means I sometimes face an annoying issue: AI becomes sluggish.
When too many tabs or threads are open, the system slows down dramatically.
If you ever encounter that, here’s what helps:
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Close unnecessary browser tabs
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Start a new chat thread
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Refresh the page to “reset” the AI
Think of it as doing a quick “health check” for your AI tools.
A smooth workflow also depends on keeping your AI’s environment healthy.
💡 Even with Flaws, I Can’t Imagine Working Without AI
Despite its occasional quirks, I honestly can’t imagine blogging without AI anymore.
From brainstorming to SEO optimization and image generation, it’s become part of every creative step.
AI often gives me fresh perspectives or phrasing I wouldn’t have thought of myself—
in many ways, it’s like having a creative partner who never gets tired.
🤝 Conclusion: AI Is a Partner, Not a Replacement
I’ve come to believe that AI isn’t here to replace us—it’s here to grow with us.
It learns, adapts, and helps us improve when we use it thoughtfully.
As the head of the AI Side Hustle Lab, I’ll continue documenting my ongoing experiments,
mistakes, and progress in learning to coexist creatively with AI.
Each article brings new lessons, and I hope my journey helps others who are exploring the same path.
Together, we’re discovering what it really means to “work with AI.”
Final Thoughts
Using AI to write articles has truly changed the way I work.
It saves time, sparks creativity, and helps me focus on what really matters.
But at the end of the day, it’s still human judgment that completes the story—
and that balance is where the true value of AI lies.
Thank you for reading, and as always, thank you for your support 🙏
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