Newsletters are Cool — But What About One Just for You?
Newsletters provide all kinds of information, stories, entertainment, and more. Some are free, some require a subscription, and others ask for an email signup. Regardless of how they’re accessed, newsletters are powerful tools for mass communication.
But what if you wanted your own personal newsletter?
JUST. FOR. YOU.
A newsletter that delivers only what you care about — nothing else.
For example, say you’re interested in European quantum computing advances. That’s a highly specific topic, and no single newsletter is likely to focus exclusively on it. You’d have to sift through multiple sources, much of which wouldn’t be relevant to you.
This is where a micro-content personal newsletter comes in.
Traditional publishers won’t produce a newsletter tailored to just one person — it’s not scalable for them. But imagine how useful it would be if you could receive precisely the information you want, exactly when you need it!
Automate Your Own Personal Newsletter with ChatGPT
I’ve been publishing personal newsletters for a while, and now, with ChatGPT and scheduled tasks, I’ve fully automated the process.
Here’s how it works:
- You prompt ChatGPT (I’ll share a simple framework below).
- Tell it what you want and when you want it.
- Press return, and ChatGPT sets up a scheduled task.
- Voilà! Your personalized, customized newsletter arrives exactly when you requested it.
And yes, this can go beyond newsletters — you can ask ChatGPT to research and generate all kinds of content. Your only limits? Your imagination and OpenAI’s content policy 😉.
A Simple Framework for Your Personal Newsletter
Replace the placeholders […] with your specifics:
Every [TIMEFRAME]:
Summarize this week’s top [LOCATION] [CATEGORY] news.
For each key story, provide:
A concise summary (no fluff, just the core details).
One pro (why it’s beneficial or an opportunity).
One con (why it’s risky or a challenge).
How this news specifically affects you, based on your background, interests, and business goals.
Format this as a professional yet engaging newsletter for personal reference and possible sharing.
This structured approach ensures that each edition is consistent, valuable, and easy to produce.
How to Get Started with Your Personal Newsletter
- Define Your Focus: What industry, niche, or topic will your newsletter cover? Be specific.
- Set Your Frequency: Will it be daily, weekly, or monthly?
- Create a Task in ChatGPT: Use the structured template above and save it as a Task.
- Test and Refine: Run a few sample newsletters, adjust the formatting, and fine-tune responses.
Example: Personalized Newsletter Task
Let’s say you want to track Canadian technology news and receive an update every Friday at 9 AM. Your ChatGPT Task could look like this:
Every Friday at 9 AM, summarize this week’s top Canadian technology news. Provide:
A concise summary (just the core details, no fluff).
One pro (why it’s beneficial or an opportunity).
One con (why it’s risky or a challenge).
How this news specifically affects me, given my background in technology, AI, and business development.
Format it professionally and engagingly. Call it ‘FRIDAY FACTS’.
Once set up, ChatGPT automatically runs your Task every Friday, delivering your personal newsletter without any extra effort on your part.
Final Thoughts
The Personal Newsletter approach is a game-changer for anyone looking to consume highly relevant, micro-content while staying informed.
Start your Personal Newsletter today and turn ChatGPT into your content assistant. The future of automated, insightful, and consistent newsletters is here!
