50 Best ChatGPT Prompts for Content Writers in 2026

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50 Best ChatGPT Prompts for Content Writers in 2026

If you write content for a living — or even just write regularly — you already know how much time goes into the parts that aren’t actually writing. The blank-page panic. The research rabbit holes. The fifteenth revision of a headline. The email sequence you’ve been putting off for two weeks.

These 50 prompts cut through that friction. They’re built for real writing workflows: blog posts, social media, email campaigns, SEO content, and the editing work that turns a rough draft into something people actually want to read. Each one is copy-paste ready — just swap out the bracketed placeholders for your details.

A note on the current state of ChatGPT: as of February 2026, ChatGPT runs on GPT-5.2 by default. OpenAI has publicly acknowledged that GPT-5.2’s general writing quality isn’t quite where GPT-4.5 was, with Sam Altman stating that future GPT-5.x releases will address this. For now, these prompts are tested to work well with both GPT-5.2 and Claude 3.5 Sonnet — and for creative, long-form content specifically, you may find Claude or even GPT-4o Mini gives you cleaner output with fewer edits needed.

Blog Writing Prompts (10 Prompts)

1. The Complete Blog Post Brief

Use this before writing anything. Feed it your topic and get a structured brief that covers angle, audience, outline, and key points to hit.

Act as a senior content strategist. Create a complete blog post brief for the following topic:


Topic: [YOUR TOPIC]
Target audience: [WHO WILL READ THIS — e.g., "freelance graphic designers with 2-5 years of experience"]
Goal: [WHAT ACTION SHOULD READERS TAKE — e.g., "sign up for a free trial", "share the post", "apply the tips"]
Competitor URL to differentiate from: [PASTE A COMPETING ARTICLE URL OR DESCRIBE IT]



Include:

  • Recommended title (with power word)
    • 

  • Target keyword and 3 LSI keywords
    • 

  • Reader's core question this post must answer
    • 

  • Recommended H2 sections (with one sentence explaining each)
    • 

  • Word count recommendation
    • 

  • 3 unique angles or data points to include
    • 

  • Recommended CTA
    •

What to expect: A full brief you can hand to a writer (or use yourself) to produce a focused article, not a generic overview.

Customization tip: Add “Tone: [conversational/authoritative/technical]” to the prompt to lock in voice from the start.

2. Hook Generator

The first 2-3 sentences of a blog post determine whether someone keeps reading. This prompt generates 5 different opening hooks so you can pick the strongest one.

Write 5 different opening hooks for a blog post about [TOPIC]. Each hook should use a different technique:

  • A surprising statistic
    • 

  • A counterintuitive statement
    • 

  • A relatable frustration
    • 

  • A specific scenario the reader has experienced
    • 

  • A direct question
    • 


    Target reader: [DESCRIBE YOUR READER IN ONE SENTENCE]
Tone: [conversational/professional/bold]
Do not use the word "imagine". Do not start with "Are you...".

    What to expect: Five distinct options, usually ranging from 2-4 sentences each.

    3. Section Expander

    You have bullet points or a rough outline but need to expand each section into actual prose.

    I'm writing a blog post about [TOPIC]. Below is my rough outline with bullet points for each section. Expand section [SECTION NAME] into 200-300 words of polished, [TONE] prose. Write for [TARGET AUDIENCE].


    Do not add an introduction or conclusion. Just write the section body.
    


    My bullet points for this section:
[PASTE YOUR BULLETS]

    What to expect: Readable paragraphs that you can edit into your voice.

    4. Real-World Example Generator

    Generic blog posts fail because they make claims without evidence. This prompt generates concrete, plausible examples you can use to illustrate your points.

    I'm writing about [TOPIC/CONCEPT] in a blog post. Give me 3 specific, realistic examples that illustrate [THE POINT I'M MAKING].


    For each example:

    • Describe the situation in 2-3 sentences
      • 

    • Show the specific outcome or result
      • 

    • Make it relevant to [YOUR AUDIENCE — e.g., "e-commerce store owners", "HR managers at mid-size companies"]
      • 

    
Do not use generic examples like "a small business owner named John". Be specific about industry, situation, and result.

    5. Conclusion Writer

    Conclusions that just summarize what you already said waste everyone’s time. This prompt writes endings that drive action.

    Write a conclusion for a blog post about [TOPIC]. The article covered [LIST YOUR 3-4 MAIN POINTS IN ONE SENTENCE EACH].


    The conclusion should:

    • Be 100-150 words
      • 

    • Not start with "In conclusion" or "To summarize"
      • 

    • Reference one specific takeaway the reader can apply today
      • 

    • End with a [soft CTA / hard CTA] pointing to [YOUR CTA — e.g., "downloading a free checklist", "leaving a comment", "trying the free plan"]
      • 

    • Match this tone: [conversational/authoritative/encouraging]
      •

    6. FAQ Section Generator

    Add an FAQ section to improve time-on-page and capture question-format search queries.

    I just wrote a blog post about [TOPIC]. Generate 6 FAQ questions and detailed answers that address what someone would search for after reading this topic.


    Focus on:

    • Questions that reveal gaps in understanding
      • 

    • "How do I..." and "What is the best way to..." style questions
      • 

    • Questions that address common objections
      • 

    
Each answer should be 60-100 words. Format as H3 questions with paragraph answers.

    7. Repurpose to LinkedIn Article

    Turn your existing blog post into a standalone LinkedIn article without just copy-pasting.

    I wrote a blog post titled "[YOUR TITLE]". Here are the key points: [PASTE YOUR 5-6 MAIN POINTS].


    Rewrite this as a LinkedIn article that:

    • Works for people who haven't read the original
      • 

    • Opens with a personal or professional observation (not "I just published...")
      • 

    • Uses shorter paragraphs (2-3 sentences max)
      • 

    • Includes one practical tip in a numbered or bulleted format
      • 

    • Ends with a question to encourage comments
      • 

    • Is 400-600 words
      •

    8. Headline A/B Test Generator

    Never publish with just one headline option. This generates 10 variations you can test.

    Generate 10 headline variations for a blog post about [TOPIC]. The post is targeting [TARGET KEYWORD].


    Include variations that use:

    • Numbers ("7 ways...", "The 3 mistakes...")
      • 

    • Questions
      • 

    • How-to format
      • 

    • Negative angle ("Stop doing...", "Why you're wrong about...")
      • 

    • Result-focused ("How [OUTCOME] in [TIMEFRAME]")
      • 

    
Target audience: [WHO READS THIS]
Keep headlines under 65 characters where possible.

    9. Internal Link Anchor Text Suggestions

    When you have multiple articles, this helps you write natural internal link anchors instead of awkward “click here” links.

    I'm writing a blog post about [CURRENT TOPIC]. I want to internally link to these other articles on my site:


  • [ARTICLE TITLE 1] — about [BRIEF DESCRIPTION]
    • 

  • [ARTICLE TITLE 2] — about [BRIEF DESCRIPTION]
    • 

  • [ARTICLE TITLE 3] — about [BRIEF DESCRIPTION]
    • 


    For each article, suggest 3 natural anchor text phrases I could use within the body of my current post. The anchor text should flow naturally in a sentence context. Give me example sentences for each.

    10. Data-to-Paragraph Converter

    Turn raw statistics or data points into readable prose.

    Convert the following data points into a compelling paragraph for a blog post about [TOPIC]. The paragraph should make the data meaningful for [TARGET AUDIENCE], not just list statistics.


    Data points:
[PASTE YOUR STATISTICS OR DATA]
    


    The paragraph should:

    • Be 100-150 words
      • 

    • Interpret what the numbers mean, not just state them
      • 

    • End with an insight or implication for the reader
      • 

    • Tone: [conversational/authoritative/analytical]
      •

    Social Media Prompts (8 Prompts)

    11. Twitter/X Thread from Blog Post

    Turn the following blog post key points into a Twitter/X thread.


    Blog post topic: [TOPIC]
Key points: [PASTE 5-8 BULLET POINTS]
    


    Format:

    • Tweet 1: Hook that makes someone stop scrolling (no "Thread:" label)
      • 

    • Tweets 2-8: One key insight per tweet, max 250 characters each
      • 

    • Tweet 9: Summary tweet with the #1 takeaway
      • 

    • Tweet 10: CTA (follow for more / link to full article)
      • 

    
Tone: [conversational/analytical/bold]
Do not use hashtags unless they add value. Do not start every tweet with "I".

    12. LinkedIn Post (3 Formats)

    Write 3 LinkedIn post variations about [TOPIC/IDEA]. Each variation should use a different structure:


    Version 1: Personal story format — starts with a specific situation you experienced, builds to a lesson
Version 2: Contrarian take — challenges conventional wisdom about [TOPIC]
Version 3: List format — "5 things I've learned about [TOPIC]" with short explanations
    


    Each post: 150-300 words. Use line breaks for readability. End with one question to drive comments.
Target audience: [YOUR LINKEDIN AUDIENCE — e.g., "SaaS marketers", "freelance writers"]

    13. Instagram Caption with Hook

    Write an Instagram caption for a post about [WHAT THE IMAGE/CONTENT SHOWS].


    Caption structure:

    • Line 1: Strong hook (one line, make them tap "more")
      • 

    • Lines 2-5: The main message or story (3-4 short paragraphs)
      • 

    • Call to action: [WHAT YOU WANT THEM TO DO — e.g., "save this post", "comment your answer", "link in bio"]
      • 

    • Hashtags: Suggest 8-10 relevant hashtags separated from the caption
      • 

    
Tone: [casual/professional/motivational]
Brand voice: [describe your brand voice or paste 1-2 examples]

    14. Twitter Reply Starter Kit

    Save time when engaging with your audience by generating thoughtful reply templates.

    I run a [TYPE OF ACCOUNT] account on Twitter/X focused on [YOUR NICHE]. Generate 10 reply templates I can use when responding to:


    • A reader who says your tip helped them (3 templates)
      • 

    • Someone who shares a counter-argument (3 templates)
      • 

    • Someone asking a follow-up question (2 templates)
      • 

    • A reader who shares their own experience (2 templates)
      • 

    
Make each reply feel genuine and specific, not generic. Include a [PLACEHOLDER] where I'd insert a personalized detail.

    15. Product/Service Announcement Post

    Write a social media announcement post for [PLATFORM — LinkedIn/Twitter/Instagram] about:


    What's launching: [PRODUCT, SERVICE, OR CONTENT]
Key benefit: [MAIN VALUE IT DELIVERS]
Who it's for: [TARGET AUDIENCE]
What they should do: [CTA — sign up, buy, download, read]
Link: [YOUR URL]
    


    Write 3 variations:

  • Benefit-led (leads with what they get)
    • 

  • Problem-led (leads with the pain this solves)
    • 

  • Social proof-led (leads with a result or testimonial)
    • 


    Keep each under 280 characters for Twitter, 300 words for LinkedIn.

    16. Repurpose Quote Cards

    Turn long-form content into shareable quote graphics.

    I wrote a [blog post/newsletter/article] about [TOPIC]. Extract 8 standalone, quotable sentences or insights from the following text that would work well as quote cards on [Instagram/LinkedIn/Twitter].


    Each quote should:

    • Make sense without additional context
      • 

    • Be under 150 characters
      • 

    • Be bold enough that someone would want to share it
      • 

    • Not start with "The" or "A"
      • 

    
[PASTE YOUR CONTENT]

    17. Story/Reel Script

    Write a 60-second Instagram Reel or TikTok script about [TOPIC].


    Structure:

    • 0-5 seconds: Hook (what's the payoff if they watch?)
      • 

    • 5-45 seconds: The main content (step-by-step or story format)
      • 

    • 45-60 seconds: CTA and closer
      • 

    
Format it as a shooting script with [VISUAL: description] and [VOICEOVER: text] labels.
Target audience: [WHO WATCHES YOUR CONTENT]
Tone: [casual/educational/entertaining]

    18. Evergreen Content Calendar

    I create content about [YOUR NICHE] for [YOUR PLATFORM]. Generate a 4-week content calendar with:

    • 5 posts per week
      • 

    • A mix of formats: tips, personal stories, questions, industry commentary, and promotional content (max 20% promotional)
      • 

    • Each post idea described in 1-2 sentences
      • 

    
My content pillars are: [LIST YOUR 3-4 CONTENT PILLARS]
My audience: [DESCRIBE YOUR AUDIENCE]
My goal this month: [GROW FOLLOWING / DRIVE TRAFFIC / GENERATE LEADS]

    Email Marketing Prompts (8 Prompts)

    19. Welcome Email Sequence (5-Email Series)

    Write a 5-email welcome sequence for new subscribers to my [newsletter/list] about [YOUR TOPIC].


    About my audience: [DESCRIBE WHO SUBSCRIBES AND WHAT THEY WANT]
My lead magnet they signed up for: [WHAT YOU OFFERED]
My main product/service I want to introduce: [WHAT YOU SELL]
    


    Email sequence:

    • Email 1 (Day 0): Deliver the lead magnet + warm welcome
      • 

    • Email 2 (Day 2): Teach one valuable thing, no pitch
      • 

    • Email 3 (Day 4): My story and why I started this
      • 

    • Email 4 (Day 6): Social proof + soft pitch for [PRODUCT]
      • 

    • Email 5 (Day 8): Direct offer with urgency/incentive
      • 

    
For each email: subject line, preview text, body (200-350 words), and CTA.
Tone: [warm/professional/direct]

    20. Newsletter Template

    Write a weekly newsletter issue on the topic of [THIS WEEK'S TOPIC].


    My newsletter is called [NEWSLETTER NAME] and goes out to [AUDIENCE DESCRIPTION].
    


    Use this structure:

    • Subject line: 5 options (mix of curiosity, benefit, and news hooks)
      • 

    • Preview text: 2 options
      • 

    • Opening (50-75 words): Personal observation or relevant news hook
      • 

    • Main section (300-400 words): The core insight, lesson, or story
      • 

    • Quick hits: 3 bullet points linking to interesting resources (I'll fill in the actual links)
      • 

    • Closing: 50 words + signature
      • 

    
Tone: [conversational and direct, like a smart friend's email]

    21. Re-Engagement Email

    Win back subscribers who haven’t opened in 60+ days.

    Write a re-engagement email for subscribers who haven't opened my emails in 60 days.


    My newsletter/list is about: [YOUR TOPIC]
My list size in this segment: [NUMBER] subscribers
    


    Write 3 versions:

  • The honest approach ("I noticed you've been quiet...")
    • 

  • The value reminder ("Here's what you've missed...")
    • 

  • The direct opt-out offer ("Should I stop emailing you?")
    • 


    Each version: subject line, preview text, 100-150 word body, and one clear CTA (re-engage or unsubscribe).

    22. Promotional Email

    Write a promotional email for [PRODUCT OR SERVICE NAME].


    Price: [PRICE]
What it does: [WHAT IT DOES IN ONE SENTENCE]
Who it's for: [TARGET BUYER]
Main benefit: [THE #1 OUTCOME BUYERS GET]
Offer/deadline: [DISCOUNT, BONUS, OR DEADLINE IF ANY]
Link: [URL]
    


    Write one long-form email (350-500 words) using this structure:

    • Subject line (3 options)
      • 

    • Preview text (2 options)
      • 

    • Opening: Acknowledge a pain or desire
      • 

    • Body: How the product solves it, with one specific example
      • 

    • Social proof: [I'll add a real testimonial here]
      • 

    • Offer details
      • 

    • CTA button text (3 options)
      • 

    • P.S. line with secondary CTA
      •

    23. Cold Outreach Email

    Write a cold outreach email to [WHO YOU'RE EMAILING — e.g., "podcast hosts in the productivity space", "B2B SaaS marketing managers"].


    My offer: [WHAT YOU'RE PROPOSING — guest post, partnership, sales, collaboration]
Why I'm reaching out to them specifically: [THEIR SPECIFIC RELEVANCE]
What's in it for them: [THEIR BENEFIT]
My credibility: [1-2 sentences about you]
    


    Keep it under 150 words. No corporate language. No "I hope this email finds you well." No lengthy introduction. Get to the point by sentence 2.
    


    Write 2 variations:

  • Question-led opening
    • 

  • Observation-led opening (something specific about their work)
    •

    24. Abandoned Cart Email Series

    Write a 3-email abandoned cart sequence for [PRODUCT NAME] priced at [PRICE].


    Customer abandoned cart [TIMEFRAME — e.g., 1 hour, 24 hours, 72 hours] ago.
    


    Email 1 (1 hour after): Gentle reminder, assume it was an accident
Email 2 (24 hours after): Address the most common objection for this product: [MAIN OBJECTION — e.g., "Is it worth the price?", "Will it work for me?"]
Email 3 (72 hours after): Final nudge with [incentive OR scarcity — your choice]
    


    For each: subject line, preview text, body (100-150 words), CTA.
Tone: helpful, not pushy

    25. Email Subject Line Generator

    Generate 20 email subject lines for an email about [EMAIL TOPIC/CONTENT SUMMARY].


    Create 4 in each category:

    • Curiosity gap ("The one thing...")
      • 

    • Direct benefit ("How to [result] in [timeframe]")
      • 

    • Question format
      • 

    • Number-led ("5 reasons...", "In 3 steps...")
      • 

    • Negative/warning angle ("The mistake that's costing you...")
      • 

    
Avoid: clickbait, all caps, spam trigger words, excessive punctuation.
Target audience: [WHO YOUR LIST IS]
Keep each under 50 characters where possible.

    26. Post-Purchase Follow-Up

    Build loyalty and reduce refund requests with a well-timed post-purchase sequence.

    Write a 3-email post-purchase sequence for customers who just bought [PRODUCT/COURSE/SERVICE].


    Email 1 (Immediately after purchase): Confirm purchase, tell them exactly what happens next, build excitement
Email 2 (Day 3): Check in, share one quick win they can get in the first week
Email 3 (Day 7): Ask for feedback + introduce [UPSELL OR COMMUNITY] if relevant
    


    Include for each: subject line, preview text, body (150-200 words), CTA.
Tone: warm, supportive — like a mentor, not a corporation

    SEO Content Prompts (8 Prompts)

    27. Keyword Cluster Builder

    I want to build topical authority around [MAIN TOPIC]. Create a keyword cluster with:


    • 1 pillar page topic (broad, high-volume)
      • 

    • 10 supporting article topics (more specific, longer-tail)
      • 

    • 5 FAQ-style topics (question format, voice search ready)
      • 

    
For each topic, include:

    • Suggested title
      • 

    • Target keyword phrase
      • 

    • Estimated intent (informational/commercial/transactional)
      • 

    • 1-sentence description of what the article covers
      • 

    
My site is about: [YOUR SITE'S FOCUS]
My audience: [WHO VISITS YOUR SITE]

    28. Meta Description Writer

    Write 5 meta description options for a page about [TOPIC/PAGE TITLE].


    Target keyword: [YOUR TARGET KEYWORD]
Page goal: [WHAT YOU WANT READERS TO DO AFTER CLICKING]
    


    Each meta description must:

    • Be 150-160 characters exactly
      • 

    • Include the target keyword naturally
      • 

    • Have a clear benefit or hook
      • 

    • End with an implied or explicit CTA
      • 

    
Mark the character count for each option.

    29. Content Gap Analyzer

    I'm writing an article targeting the keyword "[YOUR TARGET KEYWORD]". My article currently covers:
[LIST YOUR EXISTING SECTIONS/POINTS]


    Based on what a reader searching for "[YOUR TARGET KEYWORD]" would expect to find, what topics, questions, or subtopics am I missing?
    


    List:

  • Missing sections that competing articles likely cover
    • 

  • Questions my article should answer but doesn't
    • 

  • Supporting data or examples I should include
    • 

  • Related keywords my content should mention for topical completeness
    • 


    Be specific — don't suggest adding "more detail". Tell me exactly what content to add.

    30. SEO-Optimized Article Introduction

    Write an SEO-optimized introduction for a blog post targeting the keyword "[YOUR TARGET KEYWORD]".


    The article covers: [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ARTICLE]
Target reader: [WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY WANT TO KNOW]
Word count for intro: 120-180 words
    


    The intro must:

    • Include "[YOUR TARGET KEYWORD]" in the first 100 words naturally
      • 

    • Answer the searcher's primary question immediately (don't tease, deliver)
      • 

    • Preview what the article covers without just listing H2s
      • 

    • Avoid starting with "In this article" or "Are you looking for"
      •

    31. Schema FAQ Generator

    Generate ready-to-use FAQ content that can be marked up with FAQ schema.

    Generate 8 FAQ questions and answers for a page about [TOPIC]. These will be used with FAQ schema markup to appear in Google search results.


    Target keyword cluster: [YOUR MAIN KEYWORD + 2-3 RELATED TERMS]
    


    Each answer should:

    • Be 40-80 words (concise enough for a featured snippet)
      • 

    • Directly answer the question without preamble
      • 

    • Include the question keyword naturally where it fits
      • 

    • Stand alone without needing context from the article
      • 

    
Format:
Q: [question]
A: [answer]

    32. Title Tag Optimizer

    I have a blog post with this working title: "[YOUR CURRENT TITLE]"
Target keyword: [TARGET KEYWORD]
Current character count: [COUNT]


    Rewrite this title 8 ways that:

  • Include the target keyword
    • 

  • Stay under 60 characters
    • 

  • Are more compelling than the original
    • 

  • Use different formulas: how-to, number, year, vs., best, guide, review
    • 


    Mark the character count for each. Highlight your top 2 recommendations with a reason why.

    33. Internal Linking Map

    I have the following articles on my website:


    [LIST 8-10 OF YOUR ARTICLE TITLES WITH BRIEF DESCRIPTIONS]
    


    Create an internal linking map that shows:

    • Which articles should link to which (bidirectional where it makes sense)
      • 

    • Suggested anchor text for each link
      • 

    • Priority links (the ones that pass the most topical relevance)
      • 

    
Format as a table: Source Article | Destination Article | Anchor Text | Priority (High/Medium/Low)

    34. Topical Authority Content Plan

    Create a 3-month content plan to build topical authority for a website about [YOUR NICHE/TOPIC].


    Month 1: Foundation — pillar pages and core topics
Month 2: Depth — supporting articles and long-tail content
Month 3: Authority — comparison content, data studies, and link-bait content
    


    For each month:

    • 12 article titles (3 per week)
      • 

    • Target keyword for each
      • 

    • Content type (how-to guide, list, comparison, case study, etc.)
      • 

    • Estimated word count
      • 

    
My site's current strength: [DESCRIBE WHAT YOU'VE ALREADY PUBLISHED OR "Just starting"]
My target audience: [WHO YOU WRITE FOR]

    Editing and Improving Prompts (8 Prompts)

    35. Plain Language Rewriter

    Rewrite the following text in plain language that a [12th grader / college student / general professional] can understand. Keep the meaning exactly the same but:

    • Replace jargon with everyday language
      • 

    • Break up sentences longer than 25 words
      • 

    • Remove redundant phrases
      • 

    • Use active voice throughout
      • 

    
[PASTE YOUR TEXT]

    36. Tone Adjuster

    Rewrite the following content to match this tone: [FRIENDLY AND CONVERSATIONAL / FORMAL AND AUTHORITATIVE / BOLD AND DIRECT / EMPATHETIC AND WARM].


    Keep the structure and main points identical. Only change the language, sentence rhythm, and word choices.
    


    Current text:
[PASTE YOUR TEXT]

    37. Paragraph Tightener

    Tighten the following paragraphs. Your goal: cut the word count by 25-30% without losing any meaning.


    Rules:

    • Remove filler phrases ("it is important to note that", "in order to", "due to the fact that")
      • 

    • Cut redundant adjectives
      • 

    • Combine short, choppy sentences where appropriate
      • 

    • Keep every substantive point
      • 

    
[PASTE YOUR PARAGRAPHS]

    38. Transition Sentence Generator

    I'm writing a blog post and these two sections don't flow well together:


    Section 1 ends with: "[PASTE LAST 2 SENTENCES OF SECTION 1]"
Section 2 starts with: "[PASTE FIRST 2 SENTENCES OF SECTION 2]"
    


    Write 3 transition sentences or short paragraphs (1-3 sentences each) that bridge these sections smoothly. The transition should make the shift in topic feel natural, not abrupt.

    39. Passive Voice Eliminator

    Find every instance of passive voice in the text below and rewrite those sentences in active voice. Mark each change with [CHANGED] so I can review them.


    If a sentence in passive voice is actually better that way (rare but it happens), leave it and mark it [KEPT — REASON].
    


    [PASTE YOUR TEXT]

    40. Readability Score Optimizer

    Rewrite the following text to score at least a Grade 8 on the Flesch-Kincaid readability scale.


    Changes to make:

    • Shorten sentences (aim for 15-20 words average)
      • 

    • Use simpler synonyms for complex words (list the substitutions you make)
      • 

    • Break long paragraphs (max 4 sentences each)
      • 

    • Add subheadings if the text is more than 200 words
      • 

    
Keep the original meaning, examples, and structure.
    


    [PASTE YOUR TEXT]

    41. Duplicate Idea Finder

    When you’ve been writing about the same topic for a while, it’s easy to repeat yourself without realizing it.

    Read the following two pieces of content. Identify:

  • Any ideas, sentences, or examples that appear in both
    • 

  • Any sections that are so similar they'd feel repetitive to a reader who read both
    • 

  • Suggested ways to differentiate or combine the duplicate content
    • 


    Content 1 (from [ARTICLE TITLE 1]):
[PASTE]
    


    Content 2 (from [ARTICLE TITLE 2]):
[PASTE]

    42. Before/After Comparison

    I'm editing my content to sound less like AI-generated text and more like a real human expert wrote it. Rewrite the following passage with these changes:


    • Add one specific, concrete detail or example that makes it feel real
      • 

    • Vary sentence length more (short punchy sentences mixed with longer ones)
      • 

    • Remove any phrase that sounds like a generic AI opener ("As a [profession]...", "Certainly!", "Great question!")
      • 

    • Replace at least 2 generic adjectives with specific, vivid ones
      • 

    
Original:
[PASTE YOUR TEXT]

    Research and Ideation Prompts (8 Prompts)

    43. Content Idea Generator

    Generate 20 content ideas for a [blog/newsletter/YouTube channel/podcast] about [YOUR NICHE].


    My audience: [DESCRIBE YOUR AUDIENCE — who they are, what they struggle with, what they want]
Content I've already covered: [LIST 3-5 TOPICS YOU'VE DONE]
Formats I want: [LIST — e.g., how-to guides, case studies, tool reviews, opinion pieces]
    


    For each idea:

    • Working title
      • 

    • The core insight or angle (not just the topic, but the specific take)
      • 

    • Why this would resonate with my audience right now
      •

    44. Expert Interview Question Generator

    I'm interviewing [EXPERT NAME OR DESCRIPTION — e.g., "a SaaS founder who grew from 0 to $5M ARR in 18 months"] for my [podcast/article/newsletter].


    Their audience relevance to my readers: [HOW THEY'RE RELEVANT]
Topics my audience cares about most: [YOUR 3-4 CONTENT PILLARS]
    


    Generate 20 interview questions organized in 4 categories:

  • Background and credibility (4 questions)
    • 

  • The meat — practical insights my audience can use (8 questions)
    • 

  • Contrarian or surprising takes (4 questions)
    • 

  • Closing / forward-looking (4 questions)
    • 


    Make each question specific to this guest, not generic.

    45. Competitive Content Analysis

    I want to write about [TOPIC] and beat the existing top-ranking content. Based on what you know about common approaches to this topic, describe:


  • What the typical "top 10" article on this topic covers
    • 

  • What angle or insight is almost always missing from existing content
    • 

  • What a reader who searched for this topic is probably still frustrated about after reading typical articles on it
    • 

  • What format (list, guide, comparison, case study) would be most useful and least common
    • 


    My unique perspective/experience with this topic: [WHAT YOU KNOW THAT OTHERS DON'T]

    46. Trend Angle Finder

    I write about [YOUR NICHE]. Find 5 ways I could write about [EVERGREEN TOPIC] by tying it to a current trend, shift, or news story.


    For each angle:

    • Working title
      • 

    • The trend connection (why is this relevant right now?)
      • 

    • What the article would argue or show
      • 

    • Who specifically would click on this
      • 

    
My content format: [BLOG / NEWSLETTER / SOCIAL MEDIA]

    47. Skyscraper Content Enhancer

    I found a successful piece of content in my niche that covers [TOPIC]. It has [NUMBER] shares/links/engagement. Here are the main points it covers:


    [PASTE THE ARTICLE'S H2s OR MAIN POINTS]
    


    Help me build a more comprehensive version that includes:

  • What this article does well that I should match
    • 

  • What it misses or glosses over that I can expand
    • 

  • 5 additional sections I could add to make my version more complete
    • 

  • A unique angle or framework I could introduce that this article doesn't have
    • 


    My target keyword: [YOUR KEYWORD]

    48. Statistical Research Request

    I'm writing about [TOPIC] and need statistics and data to support these points:


  • [POINT 1]
    • 

  • [POINT 2]
    • 

  • [POINT 3]
    • 


    For each point, suggest:

    • What type of statistic would support it (survey data, study results, market data, etc.)
      • 

    • Where I would likely find that data (specific organizations, publications, or databases to search)
      • 

    • How to phrase the search query to find it
      • 

    
Note: I'll verify and find the actual statistics myself — I just need direction on where to look.

    49. Content Upgrade Ideas

    A content upgrade is a bonus resource offered in exchange for an email address. It’s one of the highest-converting list-building tactics when matched to the right article.

    I have a blog post about [TOPIC]. Suggest 5 content upgrade ideas I could create to offer within this post in exchange for an email address.


    For each idea:

    • What the upgrade is (checklist, template, cheat sheet, mini course, etc.)
      • 

    • Why a reader of this specific article would want it
      • 

    • Estimated time to create it (be realistic)
      • 

    • Where in the article it should appear (beginning, after key section, end)
      • 

    
My audience: [DESCRIBE YOUR READERS]

    50. Content Performance Post-Mortem

    Use this after an article has been live for 30-60 days to understand why it did or didn’t perform.

    I published an article [X weeks/months] ago and want to understand its performance. Help me structure a content post-mortem.


    Article: [TITLE AND URL]
Performance data: [PASTE WHATEVER YOU HAVE — traffic, time on page, conversions, backlinks]
My goal for this article was: [WHAT SUCCESS LOOKED LIKE]
    


    Create a post-mortem framework that covers:

  • What metrics indicate success or failure for this type of content
    • 

  • Questions I should ask to diagnose underperformance
    • 

  • 5 specific improvements I could make based on these common patterns
    • 

  • Whether I should update the article, redirect it, or leave it as is
    •

    5 Prompt Engineering Tips for Writers

    1. Give ChatGPT a role before every prompt. “Act as a senior content strategist” or “You are an experienced copywriter who specializes in SaaS brands” dramatically shifts the quality and perspective of the output. Don’t skip this step.

    2. Specify what NOT to do. “Don’t use the word ‘imagine'” or “Don’t start with a question” are just as important as telling the model what you want. Most generic AI writing has specific tells — train the model away from them.

    3. Set word count ranges, not exact numbers. “200-250 words” works better than “exactly 215 words”. It gives the model room to be natural while keeping output tight.

    4. Use temperature correctly. Most ChatGPT users don’t touch this setting, but for creative work like hooks and headlines, lean into the randomness — generate 10 options and pick the best one. For structured output like schema markup or briefs, generate one precise response.

    5. Iterate in the same conversation. Don’t start a new chat every time. Add instructions like “Now make it 20% shorter” or “Rewrite version 2 in a more direct tone” in the same thread. The model remembers your previous requests and produces more coherent iterations.

    FAQ

    What ChatGPT model should I use for writing in 2026?

    As of February 2026, ChatGPT’s default model is GPT-5.2. OpenAI has acknowledged that GPT-5.2’s general writing quality took a step back compared to GPT-4.5, with Sam Altman stating they “screwed that up” by focusing development on reasoning and coding capabilities. For creative, long-form writing, many writers are currently getting cleaner results with Claude 3.5 Sonnet or GPT-4o Mini. GPT-5.2 excels at structured tasks like outlines, briefs, and technical content.

    How do I stop AI-generated content from sounding robotic?

    Use the editing prompts in this guide (especially #42 and #35) to post-process your output. Better yet, build robotic-language guard rails into every prompt: “Do not use transitional phrases like ‘In conclusion’ or ‘It’s worth noting'” plus “Include at least one specific, concrete example”. The more explicit you are about what bad writing looks like, the more the model avoids it.

    Can I use these prompts on Claude or Gemini instead of ChatGPT?

    Yes. These prompts are model-agnostic and work on any major LLM. Claude tends to produce cleaner, more human-sounding prose by default. Gemini’s strength is real-time web search integration. The prompt structures themselves are what matter — the role, the constraints, the output format — not the specific model.

    How long does it take to use these prompts effectively?

    Plan for a 2-week learning curve before you hit your stride. The first week, you’ll spend time editing outputs heavily. By week two, you’ll know which prompts work best for your style, which variables matter most, and how to chain prompts together (brief → draft → edit) for a full workflow. Most writers using structured prompt workflows report saving 2-4 hours per article.

    Will Google penalize AI-assisted content?

    Google’s current guidance focuses on quality and helpfulness, not the tool used to produce the content. AI-assisted content that is accurate, original in its perspective, and genuinely useful to readers performs well. The risk is publishing unedited AI output that’s thin, generic, or inaccurate. Every article you produce with these prompts should be edited, fact-checked, and enriched with your own knowledge and experience before publishing.

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