AI Post Rewriter | n8n + Gemini

Turn trending content into your own thought leadership using AI. This advanced n8n workflow takes viral LinkedIn posts, rewrites them in your unique voice using Google Gemini, and lets you approve via Telegram before auto-publishing.

Key Takeaways

• Transform viral content into original posts that reflect your unique perspective and expertise
• Human-in-the-loop approval via Telegram ensures quality before anything goes live
• Voice profile training teaches Gemini to write exactly like you
• Mobile-friendly workflow - approve content from anywhere via Telegram

The Content Curation Problem

According to Content Marketing Institute research, creating original content daily is the #1 challenge for marketers. But you notice:

• Some posts go viral on topics you know well
• You could say it differently, maybe better
• Your audience might benefit from your perspective

The solution: AI-assisted content transformation that maintains your authentic voice while leveraging proven content frameworks. This supports your LinkedIn authority building strategy.

Workflow Overview

The Complete Flow

Share URL via Telegram → Scrape post → AI rewrites → Generate image → You approve → Publish

Why This Approach Works

Not Plagiarism, But Inspiration

According to Austin Kleon's creative philosophy:

• Original ideas exist across many posts
• Your perspective and experience are unique
• Same topic, different voice = original content

Human in the Loop

• AI generates, you approve
• Edit before publishing
• Maintain quality control

Mobile-Friendly

• Telegram interface works anywhere
• Quick approval on the go
• No need to open n8n dashboard

Detailed Setup Guide

Part 1: Create Your Telegram Bot

1. Message @BotFather on Telegram
2. Send /newbot
3. Name your bot (e.g., "LinkedIn Content Assistant")
4. Save the API token - you'll need this for n8n

Part 2: Configure Google Gemini

1. Get API access at Google AI Studio
2. Create a prompt template for your voice:

You are a LinkedIn content writer who writes in [YOUR NAME]'s voice.

Voice characteristics:
- [Describe your writing style]
- [Typical sentence length]
- [Favorite phrases or patterns]
- [Topics you usually discuss]

Rewrite the following viral LinkedIn post in this voice. Keep the core insight but make it sound authentically like [YOUR NAME]:

ORIGINAL POST:
{{originalContent}}

Requirements:
- Same general length
- Add your unique perspective
- Include a call-to-action
- Format for LinkedIn (line breaks, emojis if appropriate)

Part 3: Build the n8n Workflow

Trigger: Telegram Webhook

• Listens for messages to your bot
• Extracts LinkedIn URL from message

Node 2: Validate URL

• Check if it's a valid LinkedIn post URL
• Send error message back if not

Node 3: Scrape Post Content

• Use ConnectSafely.ai to fetch post
• Extract: text, author, engagement metrics

Get your API credentials from the ConnectSafely dashboard.

Node 4: Rewrite with Gemini

• Pass original content to AI
• Include your voice profile
• Get rewritten version

Node 5: Generate Image (Optional)

• Use DALL-E or Midjourney API
• Create matching visual for the post

Node 6: Send Preview to Telegram

New Post Ready for Review

Original by: {{originalAuthor}}
Engagement: {{likes}} likes, {{comments}} comments

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Your rewritten version:

{{rewrittenContent}}

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Reply with:
PUBLISH - to post now
EDIT - to modify (paste your edits)
SKIP - to discard

Node 7: Wait for Response

• Telegram Trigger waiting for your reply
• Timeout after 24 hours

Node 8: Process Response

• PUBLISH → LinkedIn API post
• EDIT → Use edited content, then publish
• SKIP → Log and end workflow

Node 9: Publish to LinkedIn

• Use LinkedIn OAuth connection
• Post content (and image if generated)
• Send confirmation back to Telegram

Video Tutorial

Crafting Your Voice Profile

Analyze Your Existing Content

Look at your best-performing posts (check our LinkedIn analytics guide):

• How long are your sentences?
• Do you use emojis? Which ones?
• Formal or casual tone?
• Do you tell stories?
• How do you end posts?

Create Voice Guidelines

## [Your Name]'s LinkedIn Voice

### Tone
- Conversational but professional
- Uses humor occasionally
- Direct, not preachy

### Structure
- Short paragraphs (1-2 sentences)
- Heavy use of line breaks
- Ends with a question or CTA

### Language
- Avoids corporate jargon
- Uses analogies often
- Rarely uses exclamation marks

### Topics
- B2B sales and marketing
- AI and automation
- Personal productivity

### Phrases to use
- "Here's the thing..."
- "Let me explain..."
- "The data shows..."

### Phrases to avoid
- "Leveraging synergies"
- "Game changer"
- "Crushing it"

Ethical Considerations

Following content ethics best practices:

Do

• Transform ideas significantly
• Add your unique insights
• Credit original concepts when relevant
• Use for inspiration, not copying

Don't

• Copy word-for-word
• Claim others' experiences as yours
• Use without any transformation
• Post exact same hooks/structures

Advanced Features

Content Quality Filter

Add a node to skip low-quality rewrites:

• Check for minimum length
• Verify it's significantly different from original
• Ensure your voice markers are present

Scheduling

Instead of immediate publish:

• Queue posts for optimal times (see LinkedIn posting strategy)
• Space out content throughout the week
• Integrate with Buffer or native scheduling

Analytics Loop

After publishing, track:

• Engagement vs. original post
• Which topics perform best
• Time to first comment

Comparison: Content Creation Methods

Method	Time	Quality	Authenticity
Write from scratch	1-2 hours	High	Highest
This AI workflow	10 minutes	High (with approval)	High
Copy-paste	1 minute	N/A	Zero (plagiarism)
Generic AI	5 minutes	Medium	Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it ethical to rewrite viral LinkedIn posts using AI like Gemini?

Yes, when you genuinely transform, not copy. Add your unique perspective, change examples, and use your authentic voice. Think of it like jazz—same melody, your interpretation. According to Austin Kleon's creative philosophy, inspiration exists across many posts, but your perspective and experience make it original. Never copy word-for-word or claim others' experiences as your own.

How do I train Google Gemini to write LinkedIn posts in my voice?

Create a detailed voice profile with: typical sentence length, tone (casual/formal), favorite phrases, topics you discuss, and phrases to avoid. Include 3-5 examples of your best-performing posts. According to Medium comparisons, Gemini produces more natural-sounding LinkedIn content than competitors when properly trained.

How does the n8n Telegram approval workflow work for LinkedIn posts?

Share a LinkedIn post URL to your Telegram bot. The workflow scrapes the post, Gemini rewrites it in your voice, and sends a preview to Telegram. Reply "PUBLISH" to auto-post, "EDIT" with your changes, or "SKIP" to discard. This human-in-the-loop approach ensures quality before anything goes live.

How do I make AI-rewritten LinkedIn posts sound authentic, not generic?

Focus on your unique voice profile with specific examples, industry context, and personal anecdotes. According to Content Marketing Institute, AI provides structure; you provide authenticity. Always review before publishing and add personal touches. See our content strategy guide for more tips.

Can using AI to rewrite LinkedIn posts help prevent content creator burnout?

Yes, that's the primary use case. According to Content Marketing Institute, creating original content daily is the #1 challenge for marketers. This workflow lets you curate interesting posts and transform them quickly (10 minutes vs 1-2 hours) instead of staring at blank screens. Aim for 1-2 posts daily for sustainable growth.

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