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Sora Made This: My First AI-Generated “Studio Rap” Video (3 Numbers + Left/Right)

Curtis Matthews, Entertainment, ,

My first Sora video is live.

I did a quick prompt-style setup where Sora asked me to say three numbers
and turn left and right — and it generated a cinematic
“recording studio rap” video about making videos with the Sora app.

Quick note: I’m embedding this from YouTube instead of uploading the video file to WordPress,
so my site stays fast and I’m not burning up hosting storage/bandwidth.

What surprised me

  • It felt almost too easy. Minimal input → a polished cinematic result.
  • The “studio” vibe was spot on (lighting, camera feel, atmosphere).
  • This changes how I think about content. Ideas can become visuals fast.

Why I’m posting this on CurtisMatthews.com

  • So I can document my first real experiment with Sora and AI video.
  • So I can build a simple library of what works, what doesn’t, and what I learn.
  • So future videos have context — this is the starting line.

What’s next

  • More Sora experiments: different prompts, styles, and “rules.”
  • Longer-form videos (not just Shorts) when the concept deserves it.
  • Better hooks and story structure so the video isn’t just cool — it’s memorable.

Follow / connect

Watch on YouTube
CurtisM.com

If you want me to test something specific in Sora, message me an idea and I’ll try it in a future post.

9 Days Into a Smarter Training Plan (Less Volume, Better Recovery, Leaner Body)

Curtis Matthews, Fitness and Health, Projects & Case Studies,

9 Days Into a Smarter Training Plan

I’ve always trained hard — heavy and high volume. But my current goal is simple:
lose body fat while keeping (and ideally gaining) muscle.
So I tightened up my plan and tracked what happened.

9 days consistent
20 min cardio each workout day
15 sets max (not counting abs/calves)

200 lb → 196 lb

Body weight change in 9 days (down 4 lb).

Progress

Recovery: noticeably better

Less beat up, better energy, more consistent workouts.

Big Win

What I Actually Did

  • Split: Chest/Shoulders/Triceps → Back/Biceps → Legs
  • Abs between sets on 3–4 of these days
  • Calves between sets on some days
  • Cardio: 20 minutes after each workout day

What I Changed (The Key Part)

  • I used to do 25+ sets a day and stay heavy.
  • Now I’m keeping it to 15 sets max most days (often less).
  • Abs and calves don’t count toward that set cap for me.
The difference? I can still train hard, but I’m not training reckless.
Recovery is finally matching effort.

Rest Day (Yes, I Took One)

My first and only rest day so far was on Day 5. I did nothing that day — no cardio, no “active recovery.”
Just rest. And it helped.

What I’m Trying to Prove (To Myself)

A lot of people think you have to destroy yourself daily to get results.
I’m testing the opposite: do enough to grow, recover, and come back stronger —
while leaning out at the same time.

What’s Next

  • Keep the same split and volume cap
  • Track weight, recovery, and strength week-to-week
  • Watch the mirror (that’s the truth test)

If you’re serious about training and you’re not 22 anymore, this is the kind of approach that keeps progress moving without burning you out.
I’ll post another update after more days are logged.

When Reviews Vanish: My Story of Losing 28 Five-Star Google Reviews

Curtis Matthews, Wireless Consulting, ,

When Reviews Vanish: My Story of Building Trust — Then Losing My Google Profile

As an independent AT&T Business Consultant, I’ve spent years helping companies save money and streamline their business wireless services. One of the most important parts of building that trust has been collecting real feedback from clients.

Over time, I earned 28 five-star Google reviews from satisfied business owners and managers. These weren’t purchased or gamed — just honest reviews from people I’ve helped personally.

Proof That These Reviews Existed

This screenshot—taken before my suspension—shows the live plugin on my site still displaying all 28 five-star reviews:

Screenshot of Curtis Matthews' 28 five‑star Google reviews plugin

My Full Story on Seolutions.com

I first shared the detailed breakdown of what happened in this post on Seolutions.com: “Google Business Profile was Suspended”. It covers:

  • How I started with only 5-star reviews and no policy violations.
  • Why Reddit users flagged my profile after I asked genuine questions on r/GoogleMyBusiness.
  • How I was suspended twice—even after the first appeal—and then blocked from appealing again.

Early Issues: Reviews Disappearing

Right after launching the profile, several clients’ reviews wouldn’t show. I worked with Google support for months before the missing reviews finally appeared. That’s when the total reached 28 five-star reviews from real clients in Tampa Bay.

I Posted on Reddit… Then My Profile Was Suspended

In early 2025, I joined the r/GoogleMyBusiness subreddit to ask respectful questions about review patterns and visibility. Within a week, my Google Business Profile was suspended without warning.

A Second Suspension and No Way to Appeal

My first appeal succeeded—but not for long. I later found out some subreddit users had flagged my profile on purpose. One user messaged to say they intended to get me suspended again. After the second suspension:

  • The Google appeals form failed to load.
  • I was locked out—no notice, no appeal, no path forward.

Shifting to LinkedIn for Reviews

I decided it was time to focus on platforms I control. If we’ve worked together and you’d like to help support what I do, please leave a recommendation on my LinkedIn profile:

Leave a Recommendation on LinkedIn

Final Thoughts

I never paid for reviews. I never cut corners. Every one of those 28 five-star reviews came from real business owners whose trust I earned through honest service.

This experience showed me how vulnerable small businesses are to systems they don’t control. So now, I’m building something stronger—on my own terms.

If you’re a business owner needing help with AT&T wireless solutions, or if you’ve experienced something similar and want to share, I’d love to connect.

Visit me at: WirelessConsultant.net

Why Integrity Is the Ultimate Business Strategy (And How Curtism Stands Out in a Noisy World)

Curtis Matthews, Spirituality and Personal Development, , , , ,

By Curtis Matthews

When Integrity Gets Tested in a Noisy World

In a world of hype, filters, and quick wins, one thing cuts through the noise: integrity in business.

Not long ago, someone in Tampa asked me to “just drop a five-star review” for their service—without me ever trying it. Reviews are digital gold, I get it. But my answer was firm, rooted in my Trinidadian upbringing: I only speak what’s true.

I’m a Level 8 Google Local Guide with over 72 million views on my photos. Every review I write is based on real experience—never as a favor, never because someone asks me to “help them out.” If I put my name on something, it’s because I actually used it and it was worth talking about.

Saying no didn’t earn me a quick buck, but it earned something bigger: credibility. That’s the heart of Curtism.

If you’re new here and want my full backstory, you can read it on my About page: About Curtis Matthews – Wireless OG & Mobile Wiseguy.

What Integrity Means to Curtism (Beyond a Buzzword)

Integrity isn’t perfection. It’s about being consistent, honest, and aligned—even when no one’s watching.

  • Telling clients what they need to hear, not just what sells.
  • Writing real reviews, not fake fluff.
  • Turning down fast money if it compromises my word.

Curtism in Action: My Authentic Marketing Strategy

In my work as an AT&T business consultant (MobileWiseGuy.com), I’ve seen what happens when people overpromise and underdeliver. A flashy pitch might close one deal, but it rarely builds trust for the next.

  • Walked into Tampa offices uninvited—and got welcomed because of trusted referrals.
  • Helped business owners cut wireless bills instead of upselling unnecessary plans.
  • Stayed after the sale to fix issues—because I said I would.

That’s why clients return, refer me, or leave reviews without me asking.

Infographic: 3 Pillars of Curtism - Consistency, Honesty, Alignment in Business at curtismatthews.com

Infographic: The 3 Pillars of Curtism—Consistency, Honesty, and Alignment—illustrating how these core values drive trust and success in business.

The 3 Pillars of Curtism

  • Consistency: Delivering reliable results every time, building trust through predictable excellence.
  • Honesty: Speaking truth, even when it’s tough, to foster genuine relationships.
  • Alignment: Syncing actions with values for authentic, magnetic impact.

How Integrity Makes Curtism Stand Out

I don’t have a thick Trini accent or a million followers. But I have a reputation built on real connections and results, from Tampa to beyond.

  • Level 8 Google Local Guide status with 72M+ photo views, built on honest reviews and real experiences.
  • 28 five-star Google reviews—all earned, none bought.
  • Referrals from clients saying, “Curtis is the only one I trust.”
  • Conversations that start with curiosity and end with a handshake, not a hard sell.

Why Integrity is Curtism’s Long-Term Strategy

Integrity is a long game. It won’t go viral overnight, but it never goes out of style.

People remember how you made them feel. When you show up to serve, not just sell, they don’t forget. That’s Curtism in action.

Your name becomes your brand. Your word becomes your marketing.

Spiritual Alignment: The Law of One and Curtism Values

The Law of One, a principle I live by, teaches that alignment with truth is the universe’s most powerful force. Integrity isn’t just smart business—it’s energetic alignment.

When your words, actions, and values sync, you become magnetic. You attract those who value realness and repel what doesn’t belong. That’s how I live, from my Trinidadian roots to my Tampa hustle.

Where This Fits in My Bigger Journey

If you’re interested in the spiritual side of this, I’ve got more posts in my Spiritual Journey and Spirituality and Personal Development categories.

Let’s Build Something Real: Join the Curtism Community

In a world of shortcuts and spin, the straight path stands out.

If you value realness—whether in wireless consulting, personal growth, or life—let’s connect.

Have you ever chosen integrity over a shortcut? Share your story in the comments or on X with #curtism.

Let’s build something real, together.

— Curtis Matthews

Up Next

Stay tuned for my next post:
“How Fitness and Mindfulness Boost Productivity in a Tech-Driven World #curtism”
—where I’ll share daily habits to stay sharp, focused, and aligned in business and life.

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