Stop wasting time writing mediocre prompts from scratch. This library gives you 50 battle-tested prompts across 7 categories, each with a fill-in-the-blank template, a real-world example, and tips for getting better output from ChatGPT, Claude, or any AI tool.
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10 prompts
Stop staring at an empty caption box. These prompts generate scroll-stopping captions for any platform.
Write a 5-slide Instagram carousel about [topic] for [audience]. Each slide should have a bold headline (under 8 words) and 2–3 supporting sentences. End with a call to action to [desired action]. Tone: [friendly/professional/casual].
Write an Instagram caption telling a before-and-after story about [client/project]. Start with the problem they faced, describe the transformation, and end with the result. Include 2–3 relevant emojis and a call to action. Keep it under 150 words.
Write 5 different engagement-driving questions I can post on [platform] about [topic/industry]. Each question should be open-ended, easy to answer, and encourage comments. Format as a numbered list.
Write a casual, relatable Instagram caption for a behind-the-scenes photo of [describe the scene]. Make it feel authentic and human. Include a question at the end to encourage comments. Tone: [warm/funny/real]. Under 100 words.
Write a social media post that busts the myth: “[common misconception in your industry].” Start with the myth, explain why it is wrong, share the truth, and end with a takeaway. Platform: [platform]. Under 200 words.
Write a short TikTok/Reel script for [trending audio description or concept]. The video should be about [topic] and target [audience]. Include text overlay suggestions and a hook in the first 2 seconds.
Write a social media caption spotlighting [customer name or type] and how they use [your product/service]. Include a genuine compliment, a brief story of their success, and tag them. Keep it under 120 words. Tone: grateful and professional.
Write a list-style Instagram caption with [number] quick tips about [topic] for [audience]. Each tip should be one sentence. Start with a hook line and end with “Save this for later.”
Create 5 “this or that” poll ideas for Instagram Stories related to [industry/topic]. Each poll should be fun, easy to answer, and relevant to [audience]. Include a follow-up story idea for each poll result.
Write 3 versions of a social media announcement for [new product/service/feature]. Version 1: excited and hype. Version 2: professional and benefit-focused. Version 3: casual and conversational. Each under 150 words. Include a clear CTA.
10 prompts
Generate outlines, introductions, and full drafts that sound like you wrote them (because you will edit them).
Create a detailed outline for a 1,500-word blog post titled “[title].” Target keyword: [keyword]. Audience: [audience]. Include an introduction hook, 5–7 main sections with subheadings, key points under each section, and a conclusion with a call to action. The tone should be [tone].
Write 3 different opening paragraphs for a blog post about [topic]. Each should be under 100 words. Version 1: start with a surprising statistic. Version 2: start with a relatable story. Version 3: start with a bold statement. Target audience: [audience].
Write a step-by-step how-to guide on [topic] for [audience]. Include [number] steps, each with a clear heading, 2–3 paragraphs of explanation, and a practical tip. Total length: approximately [word count] words. Tone: [tone]. Include internal link suggestions to [your other content].
Write a listicle blog post: “[Number] [Topic] for [Audience].” Each item should have a bold heading, 2–3 sentences of explanation, and a practical example. Include an introduction and conclusion. Total: approximately [word count] words.
Write a comparison blog post: “[Option A] vs [Option B]: Which Is Better for [Audience]?” Compare them across [number] criteria. Include a summary table, pros and cons for each, and a clear recommendation at the end. Tone: balanced but opinionated.
Write a detailed FAQ article answering [number] common questions about [topic]. Each answer should be 100–200 words. Use the question as the H2 heading. Target audience: [audience]. Include schema-friendly formatting.
Write a blog-style case study about [client/project]. Structure: the challenge they faced, the approach you took, the results achieved, and key takeaways. Include specific details and numbers where possible. Tone: professional but conversational. Length: approximately [word count] words.
Write a [current year] trends article about [industry/topic] for [audience]. Include [number] trends, each with a heading, explanation of why it matters, and a practical action item. Tone: forward-thinking but grounded. Length: [word count] words.
Write a thorough beginner’s guide to [topic] for [audience]. Assume the reader knows nothing. Structure: what it is, why it matters, how to get started (step by step), common mistakes, and next steps. Length: [word count] words. Tone: encouraging and clear.
Write an opinion piece arguing that [bold statement about your industry]. Support your argument with [number] key points, each backed by reasoning or experience (not fabricated statistics). Acknowledge the counterargument. Tone: confident but respectful. Length: approximately 1,000 words.
10 prompts
Craft subject lines, welcome sequences, and campaigns that people actually open and read.
Write a 3-email welcome sequence for new [subscribers/customers] of [business]. Email 1 (Day 0): welcome, introduce the brand, set expectations. Email 2 (Day 3): share your most valuable free resource. Email 3 (Day 7): soft pitch for [product/service]. Each email should be under 200 words. Tone: [tone].
Generate 10 email subject lines for an email about [topic/offer]. Target audience: [audience]. Mix of styles: curiosity gap, benefit-driven, urgency, personal, and question-based. Each under 50 characters.
Write a re-engagement email for subscribers who have not opened in [timeframe]. Acknowledge the silence, remind them why they subscribed, offer something valuable, and give them an easy way to stay or unsubscribe. Under 150 words. Tone: genuine, not guilt-trippy.
Write a product launch email for [product/service] at [price]. Include: a compelling opening hook, 3 key benefits (not features), social proof or a testimonial placeholder, urgency element, and a clear CTA. Under 300 words.
Write a weekly newsletter template for [business/brand]. Structure: 1 personal note (3 sentences), 1 valuable tip or insight, 1 link to recent content, 1 curated resource, and a sign-off. Total under 250 words. Tone: [tone].
Write a 2-email follow-up sequence for [scenario]. Email 1 (same day): gentle reminder with the key benefit. Email 2 (3 days later): address the most common objection and include a testimonial or guarantee. Each under 150 words.
Write an email inviting [audience] to [event type] about [topic]. Include: what they will learn, who it is for, when it is happening (placeholder date), and a registration CTA. Under 200 words. Tone: excited but not over-the-top.
Write a friendly email asking a recent [customer/client] for a testimonial. Include: a specific compliment about working with them, exactly what you are asking for, 3 guiding questions to make it easy, and reassurance about how it will be used. Under 150 words.
Write a seasonal email campaign for [season/holiday] promoting [offer]. Include: a timely hook, how the offer solves a seasonal pain point, urgency (if applicable), and a clear CTA. Under 200 words. Tone: festive but not cheesy.
Write an email that provides genuine value without selling anything. Topic: [topic]. Share a practical tip, a useful framework, or a quick win your audience can implement today. End with a soft brand mention. Under 200 words. Tone: helpful and generous.
5 prompts
Handle enquiries, complaints, and follow-ups with consistent professionalism.
Write a professional, empathetic response to this negative review: “[paste review].” Acknowledge the issue, apologise without being defensive, explain what you are doing to fix it, and invite them to contact you directly. Keep it under 100 words.
Write 5 customer service response templates for common questions about [product/service]. Each response should be professional, helpful, and under 100 words. Include a sign-off that reflects [brand personality]. Questions: [list your top 5 FAQs].
Write an internal escalation email for a customer complaint about [issue]. Include: summary of the complaint, what has been done so far, what the customer expects, and your recommended resolution. Professional tone.
Write a sincere apology email to a customer who experienced [issue]. Acknowledge exactly what went wrong, explain how it happened (briefly), state what you are doing to fix it, and offer [compensation/goodwill gesture]. Under 200 words. Tone: genuinely sorry, not corporate.
Write a warm, personalised response to this positive review: “[paste review].” Thank them specifically for what they mentioned, add a personal touch, and subtly encourage them to share with others. Under 80 words.
5 prompts
Optimise your content for search engines without sounding like a robot.
Write 3 meta descriptions for a page about [topic] targeting the keyword “[keyword].” Each should be under 155 characters, include the keyword naturally, and end with a call to action. Target audience: [audience].
Generate 5 SEO-optimised title tags for a page about [topic]. Primary keyword: [keyword]. Brand: [brand name]. Each should be under 60 characters, include the keyword near the front, and be compelling enough to click.
I have a blog post about [topic]. Here are my other pages: [list 5–10 page titles and URLs]. Suggest 3–5 natural internal links I should add, with the anchor text for each and where in the article it fits.
Generate 20 long-tail keyword ideas related to [topic] for an Australian audience. Group them by search intent: informational, navigational, and transactional. Include estimated difficulty (low/medium/high) based on how specific they are.
I run a [type of business] in [location]. My main competitors are [list 2–3 competitors]. Suggest 10 blog post ideas that my competitors are likely ranking for that I do not have content about. Focus on [industry] topics relevant to [audience].
5 prompts
Strategic prompts for planning, decision-making, and growing your business.
Help me create a SWOT analysis for my [type of business]. I will describe my business: [brief description]. Identify 5 items for each category: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Focus on [industry] in the Australian market.
Create a 90-day action plan for [business goal]. Break it into 3 monthly milestones. Under each milestone, list 3–5 specific, measurable actions. Include a weekly focus for each month. My current situation: [describe].
Review my current pricing strategy for [product/service]. Current price: [price]. Target market: [audience]. Competitors charge: [range]. Help me assess whether I am undercharging, overcharging, or positioned correctly. Suggest 3 pricing models I could test.
Help me build a detailed customer avatar for my [type of business]. Include: demographics, psychographics, pain points, goals, where they spend time online, what they search for, objections to buying, and what would make them choose me over competitors. Be specific to the Australian market.
I want to generate [target revenue] in the next [timeframe] from my [business type]. My current offerings: [list products/services with prices]. Help me break this revenue goal into monthly targets, show how many sales of each product I need, and identify the biggest lever to pull.
5 prompts
Write Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and promotional copy that converts clicks into customers.
Write 15 Google Ads headlines (max 30 characters each) and 4 descriptions (max 90 characters each) for a campaign promoting [product/service]. Target keyword: [keyword]. Target audience: [audience]. Focus on [benefit/USP].
Write 3 versions of Facebook/Instagram ad copy for [product/service]. Version 1: story-based (personal narrative). Version 2: benefit-focused (list of outcomes). Version 3: social proof (testimonial-style). Each under 150 words. Include a clear CTA. Audience: [audience].
Write ad copy for a retargeting campaign targeting people who [action they took]. Acknowledge that they have seen your [product/service] before. Address the most likely objection. Include an incentive or urgency element. Under 100 words.
Write ad copy promoting a free [lead magnet type] called “[title].” Explain what they will learn, who it is for, and why they should download it now. Include 2–3 bullet points of value. Under 120 words. CTA: [desired action].
Write ad copy for a [season/event] promotion offering [offer details] on [product/service]. Create urgency with a deadline. Include the discount/value clearly. Target: [audience]. Platform: [platform]. Under 100 words.
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