What It Means
"Leverage" is a business buzzword that AI models dramatically overuse. While humans occasionally use "leverage" in professional contexts, AI-generated content uses it constantly—often where simpler words like "use" or "apply" would be more natural.
Why It Works
AI models are trained on large amounts of business writing, marketing copy, and corporate communications where "leverage" appears frequently. The models learn that "leverage" sounds professional and use it excessively, especially in LinkedIn-style content.
Common Signals
- "Leverage your skills" instead of "use your skills"
- "Leverage this opportunity" instead of "take this opportunity"
- Combined with other corporate buzzwords in a single post
- Used multiple times in the same piece of content
How to Protect Yourself
When you see "leverage" in social media posts, especially combined with other business jargon, consider whether the content might be AI-generated. Real thought leaders typically write in more natural, conversational language.
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