'Rehydrating Patterns': When Jargon Becomes an AI Bath Bomb for LinkedIn
#ai #artificialintelligence #aigovernance #aiaccountability #futureofwork #datarights #intellectualproperty #cognitiveinfrastructure #nootechnicengineering #postnormal | Scott Gardner | 42 comments
Verdict
Scott Gardner's 'pattern rehydration' gambit somehow manages to preserve the vapor of thought while discarding all substance. His post is a thrilling exercise in empty profundity, achieving an unmatched zenith with 'a civilization that builds provenance, consent...' — a statement bursting with impressive words yet leaving us clutching air. He then vaults into borrowed authority with talk of 'residual value' and 'cognitive infrastructure,' as if sprinkling academic glitter over his musings might mask their lack of depth. Finally, the phrase 'we're selling who we are' could have been cribbed from any corporate retreat’s PowerPoint since time immemorial — it's the kind of bumper sticker wisdom that doesn’t so much enlighten as it does put a dent in your mental fender. In sum, this is not thought leadership but more like thought window shopping.
The post hints at humility by discussing complex concepts but ultimately promotes an elevated view of the author's insights.
The author leans heavily on jargon and abstract terms like 'pattern extraction' and 'residual value' without substantial grounding.
'A civilization that builds provenance, consent...' is a classic example of vague yet grandiose statements devoid of actionable insight.
There’s consistency in advocating for awareness about AI while utilizing its tools to amplify the message.
While there's no overt selling of self or services, the content subtly positions the author as a thought leader.
'We aren't just selling what we do. We're selling who we are.' is an overused cliché in discussions about identity and work.