Prompts I actually use
Not a list of clever tricks. These are the ones that survived real work. Open any, then copy.
SEO
You are an SEO content strategist. For the keyword "[KEYWORD]":
1. Identify the dominant search intent.
2. Write an H1 that matches that intent.
3. Give me 6 to 8 H2 sections in a logical reading order.
4. Under each H2, list the questions a reader needs answered.
5. Write a meta description under 155 characters.
Do not pad. Every section must earn its place.
Editing
Here is my draft: [PASTE DRAFT]
Rewrite it so that:
– Every sentence carries new information.
– The first line makes me want to read the second.
– No hedging words (very, really, quite, just).
– If a sentence stumbles when read aloud, fix it.
Then tell me the three weakest sentences in my original, and why.
Copywriting
Rewrite this product description: [PASTE DESCRIPTION]
Rules:
– Lead with the outcome for the buyer, not the feature.
– One concrete detail beats three adjectives.
– Under 90 words.
– No "revolutionary", "seamless", "game changing", "unlock".
Give me three versions: plain, warm, and confident.
Outreach
Write a cold email to [ROLE] at [COMPANY].
We do [WHAT YOU DO]. I noticed [SPECIFIC THING ABOUT THEM].
Constraints:
– Under 90 words.
– The first sentence must prove I actually looked at their company.
– One ask, and make it small.
– No "hope this finds you well". No fake urgency.
Writing
My headline: [PASTE HEADLINE]
1. What promise does it make to the reader?
2. Can the piece actually keep that promise?
3. Give me 10 alternatives: curiosity, benefit, contrarian, specific number, question.
4. Pick your favourite and defend it in one sentence.
Technical SEO
Generate valid JSON-LD schema for this page: [PASTE URL OR DESCRIPTION]
Requirements:
– Pick the most specific applicable type.
– Fill every required property. Flag any I need to supply.
– Include the recommended properties that actually affect rich results.
– No invented data. If you do not know a value, write [FILL IN].
Then explain in two lines what rich result this makes eligible.
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