How to Get Recommended by ChatGPT and Google AI in 2026

By the end of 2026, almost every search will involve a large language model. When these models help someone find a product or service, they search the internet for recommendations. The entire game with AI visibility is to have as many recommendations for your brand found online as possible. At TJ Digital, we track what […]
How to Rank in AI Search: The Listicle Strategy (2026)

The fastest way to rank in AI search is to get your brand mentioned on the websites that large language models already cite. These are primarily listicles and directories like Yelp, Justia, and industry-specific “best of” pages. Paid placements on these sites currently cost $100 to $200 as a one-time fee, but that pricing won’t […]
Why GEO Will Keep Working: The Case for AI Optimization in 2026

AI is replacing traditional search results faster than most businesses realize. Google is actively trying to replace its own search results with AI responses. And yet, most people doing SEO are still entirely focused on ranking in traditional search results. At TJ Digital, we track which sources large language models cite before making recommendations. We […]
Are ChatGPT Ads Worth the $60 CPM?

ChatGPT ads are not 3 times more expensive than Meta ads. They’re actually about half as expensive as Google Ads per impression. That reframing changes everything about whether they’re worth your money. At TJ Digital, we manage Google Ads campaigns where clients routinely pay $5 to $50 per click. That works out to roughly $100 […]
What is Claude Cowork?

Claude Cowork is Anthropic’s AI desktop agent that can access your files, browse the internet, and perform tasks on your computer autonomously. You describe an outcome you want, and Cowork plans and executes the steps to achieve it. It can work for minutes or hours without losing context. At TJ Digital, we help small to […]
Are Mention Building Agencies Worth It? What to Look For in 2026

Mention building agencies can be worth it if they deliver actual recommendations on pages that AI frequently cites. Most are not worth it because they charge flat rates for low-value mentions that do nothing for your AI visibility. The market for these services has exploded since large language models became mainstream. At TJ Digital, we’ve […]
The NEW #1 Method for Ranking in Large Language Models

Large language models recommend brands mentioned in “how to choose” guides just as often as listicles. At TJ Digital, we’ve been tracking thousands of prompts across dozens of brands for six months, and the data shows that educational buying guides perform equally well—without the self-promotional feel of traditional “Top 10” lists. ChatGPT and Google’s AI […]
What Jobs Will AI Replace?

AI is already as good as or better than the average entry-level employee at many white-collar tasks. Graphic design, copywriting, software development, and marketing strategy. For routine work in these fields, AI performs at a level that matches or exceeds what you’d expect from a new hire. But here’s what most people miss: AI isn’t […]
Why You Should Ignore the “ChatGPT Gets 10% of Search” Claim

ChatGPT now accounts for 10% of search online, at least according to the head of ChatGPT. That number is promotional, not analytical. But there’s a real insight buried underneath the hype: the way people find businesses online is changing fundamentally. Business owners who understand this shift can position themselves to win. Let me break down […]
Will Google Beat ChatGPT? Why OpenAI Declared “Code Red”

Reports have emerged that Sam Altman called for a “code red” inside OpenAI. The reason: Google’s Gemini has them worried about the future of ChatGPT. And honestly, they’re right to be worried. Gemini 3 crushed most of the benchmarks when it released. While there are still areas where other models perform better, Gemini is now […]