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Content Strategy & Planning
Consistent, strategic content doesn't happen by accident — it's engineered. These prompts help you build 30-day content calendars, define pillar content frameworks, develop audience personas, analyze competitors, and create repurposing plans that multiply every piece of content you create.
Build a 30-day social media content calendar for [brand/product type] targeting [audience]. Include: content pillars, post type (video, carousel, static, story), platform (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.), and topic for each day. Format as a table.
Create a content pillar framework for [brand] with 4 pillars. For each pillar: name, goal (awareness/trust/engagement/conversion), content formats that work best, and 5 post ideas.
Write an audience persona for [brand]'s ideal social media follower. Include: demographics, psychographics, what content they engage with, what frustrates them, and what language resonates.
Analyze [competitor brand]'s social media strategy based on the following observations: [list what you've noticed]. Identify: what's working for them, gaps we could exploit, and content angles they're missing.
Create a content repurposing plan for [long-form content type — blog post, podcast, webinar]. Show how to turn it into 10 social posts across: Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
Write a 90-day content strategy for a [new/relaunched] [brand type] on [platform]. Include: Phase 1 (brand awareness), Phase 2 (community building), Phase 3 (conversion), with content mix for each.
Create a social media content brief template for briefing an internal team or freelancer. Include: brand voice, visual guidelines, content pillars, posting cadence, approval process, and KPIs.
Generate 20 evergreen content ideas for [brand in X industry] that will still be relevant in 12 months. Mix educational, inspirational, entertaining, and promotional content.
Write a platform-by-platform content strategy for [brand]. Cover Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and TikTok — including: content type, posting frequency, tone, and what success looks like.
Create a "content banking" system for my team. How do we batch-create 4 weeks of content in 2 days? Include: workflow, tools, briefing process, and a daily batching schedule.
Build a seasonal content calendar for [brand] covering the next 6 months. Identify: key holidays, industry events, cultural moments, and evergreen windows. For each, suggest a content angle.
Write a content strategy for growing [brand]'s LinkedIn presence from [current followers] to [goal] in 6 months. Include: post types, engagement tactics, and a weekly posting schedule.
Create a competitive content analysis template for tracking 3–5 competitors' social activity. What metrics to track, how often, and what insights to pull from the data.
Design a content repurposing workflow that turns one hero piece of content (e.g., a YouTube video) into 15 pieces of derivative content across all platforms. Include step-by-step process.
Write a social media strategy audit for [brand]. Review: profile optimization, content mix, posting frequency, engagement rates, and top 3 recommendations for improvement.
Create a "themes & hooks" bank of 30 content angles for [brand/industry]. Organize by pillar: educational, inspirational, controversial, behind-the-scenes, and user-generated.
Build a content frequency and timing guide for [brand] based on our audience's activity patterns. Include: best times to post by platform, days of week, and how to test and adjust.
Write a social media crisis preparedness plan. Include: scenarios to plan for, response protocols, who to escalate to, approved holding statements, and post-crisis content recovery.
Caption & Copy Writing
Every caption is a chance to stop the scroll, build connection, and drive action. These prompts help you write platform-native copy for Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, TikTok, and YouTube — in your brand voice, for your audience, tuned for each platform's algorithm and culture.
Write 5 Instagram caption variations for this post about [topic/image description]. Include: a hook in the first line, 2–3 sentences of value or story, a CTA, and relevant hashtags. Brand voice: [describe tone]
Write a LinkedIn post for [individual/company] about [topic]. Format: hook → insight → practical takeaway → question to drive comments. Length: 150–250 words. Tone: professional but human.
Write a Twitter/X thread on [topic] for [brand/niche]. Start with a bold opening tweet, develop the idea across 7–10 tweets, and end with a strong CTA. Each tweet under 280 characters.
Write 5 TikTok video hooks for [brand/content niche]. Each hook should stop the scroll in the first 2 seconds. Mix: question hooks, bold statement hooks, "story" hooks, and curiosity-gap hooks.
Write a YouTube video description for a [video type] about [topic]. Include: compelling 2-line summary (above the fold), timestamps, resources mentioned, subscribe CTA, and relevant keywords.
Rewrite this caption to match [brand]'s voice — [describe voice: playful/authoritative/warm/edgy/etc.]. Keep the core message but change the tone and structure. Current caption: [paste caption]
Write 3 caption variations for this product post — one focused on features, one on benefits, and one on social proof/story. Product: [describe product]
Write an Instagram carousel script for a post about [topic]. Include: Cover slide (hook), slides 2–7 (one key point each), and final slide (CTA + swipe-back prompt). Format each slide as: headline + 1–2 sentences.
Create a caption template library for [brand] with 5 reusable structures — each for a different content type: educational tip, product showcase, behind-the-scenes, testimonial, and promotional.
Write a viral-style LinkedIn post about [controversial or counterintuitive take on industry topic]. Structure: bold hook → context → why most people get this wrong → your take → question.
Write 5 TikTok/Reels script hooks for [brand]. Each should be delivered in the first 3 seconds and create enough curiosity that the viewer watches the full video.
Write a caption for this [product/service] announcement that creates urgency without feeling pushy. Include: what's new, why it matters, what to do next, and a deadline or scarcity element.
Create a user-generated content (UGC) caption template for resharing customer posts. Include a personalized intro, what we love about their content, and a CTA for others to share too.
Write 5 "value bomb" Instagram captions for [brand] in [niche]. Each should teach something specific and actionable in under 150 words, ending with a save/share CTA.
Write a story sequence (5–7 slides) for promoting [offer/event/launch] on Instagram Stories. Include: teaser, context, key benefit, social proof, and swipe-up/link CTA.
Create a caption for a [brand] post that references a trending cultural moment or news topic, while staying on-brand and avoiding controversy. Trend: [describe trend]
Write a "meet the team" caption for introducing [person/role] on social. Warm, human, specific — not a corporate bio. Include: what they do, fun fact, and a question to drive comments.
Write 3 promotional captions for [product/offer] at different funnel stages: (1) awareness — educate, (2) consideration — showcase value, (3) conversion — create urgency and drive clicks.
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Community Management
A great social media presence is a conversation, not a broadcast. These prompts help you write scalable response templates, handle difficult comments, craft thoughtful DM scripts, navigate brand crises, and keep your brand voice consistent across every interaction — at any volume.
Write 10 comment response templates for [brand] covering: product questions, compliments, complaints, shipping inquiries, collaboration requests, and "how much?" questions. Tone: [describe voice]
Write a response script for handling a negative comment that criticizes [specific type of issue — product quality, customer service, pricing]. Acknowledge, empathize, resolve, and take it offline.
Create DM response scripts for the top 5 most common DM types for [brand]: new follower intro, product inquiry, collaboration pitch, customer complaint, and "Can I pick your brain?" asks.
Write a crisis communications response for a situation where [describe crisis scenario — viral negative post, PR incident, product recall, etc.]. Include: holding statement, timeline of responses, and recovery content plan.
Create a brand voice consistency guide for our social media team. Include: words we use, words we avoid, how we respond to criticism, how we celebrate wins, and 5 example before/after rewrites.
Write a response template for comments that ask "where can I buy this?" or "what's the price?" in a way that drives them to click the link without sounding like a bot.
Create a community engagement checklist for spending 30 minutes per day on [platform] community management. What to do: first 10 minutes, next 10, last 10.
Write a script for a "Story Replies" response sequence when a follower replies to our Stories with a question or reaction. How do we turn that into a real conversation?
Create response guidelines for handling a comment thread that's getting heated — either between followers, or directed at our brand. When to respond, when to hide, when to ban.
Write a DM outreach template for reaching out to a customer who left a glowing comment and asking them (gently) to leave a review or share their experience.
Create a "proactive engagement" playbook — how to build community by engaging with other accounts, trending conversations, and potential followers. Include: what to say, how often, and what to avoid.
Write a response to a comment that accuses [brand] of [specific criticism — greenwashing, copying a competitor, overpricing, etc.]. Firm but not defensive. Transparent but not overly apologetic.
Create a fan recognition strategy — how to make top commenters and loyal followers feel seen. Include: comment pinning, shoutout post templates, DM appreciation messages, and early access invites.
Write a community guidelines post for [brand]'s social accounts. Cover: what's welcome, what gets removed, how we handle hate speech vs. criticism, and our moderation standards.
Write a "comment bait" prompt — a post designed entirely to drive comments. Create 5 variations for [brand] that invite opinions, stories, or preferences from the audience.
Create a response matrix for Instagram comments organized by sentiment (positive, neutral, negative) and urgency (low, medium, high). For each cell: response approach and template.
Write a script for a brand responding to being tagged in a negative viral post about them. Cover: initial response (first hour), follow-up (24 hours), and resolution post.
Create a community building strategy for growing a loyal audience on [platform] over 90 days. Include: engagement tactics, content formats that build community, and how to identify and activate brand advocates.
Analytics & Reporting
Data without narrative is just numbers. These prompts help you turn your analytics into clear monthly performance summaries, A/B test insights, client-ready reports, growth narratives, and benchmark comparisons that demonstrate value and guide smarter decisions.
Write a monthly social media performance summary for [brand/client] covering [platform(s)]. Include: reach/impressions, engagement rate, follower growth, top 3 posts, what worked, what didn't, and next month's focus.
Analyze these A/B test results from two Instagram caption variations and tell me: which performed better, why (hypothesize), and what to apply to future posts. Data: [paste metrics]
Write a client-facing social media report for [month]. Tone: professional and easy to understand for a non-technical client. Highlight wins, contextualize underperformance, and recommend next steps.
Write a "growth narrative" section for our [monthly/quarterly] report that explains follower growth (or decline) in the context of algorithm changes, content shifts, and competitive activity.
Create a benchmark comparison showing how [brand]'s social metrics compare to [industry] averages. Identify where we're above, at, or below benchmark and what to do about each gap.
Write an engagement rate analysis for [platform] for [time period]. Calculate: average engagement rate by content type, identify top-performing categories, and recommend rebalancing the content mix.
Create a social media ROI report for [campaign or time period]. Connect social metrics (reach, clicks, engagement) to business outcomes (leads, revenue, sign-ups). Explain the attribution model.
Write a post-campaign performance report for [campaign name]. Cover: objectives vs. actuals, top-performing content, audience insights surfaced, spend efficiency (if paid), and recommendations for next campaign.
Analyze this platform analytics data and identify the 3 biggest opportunities we're not capitalizing on. Data: [paste or describe]
Write a weekly social media metrics email for internal stakeholders. Highlight: top post of the week, engagement rate vs. previous week, follower change, and one key insight. Keep it under 150 words.
Create a template for tracking and reporting on hashtag performance across 10–15 hashtags. Include: reach per hashtag, impressions, engagement contribution, and which to keep, drop, or test.
Write an algorithm change impact analysis for [platform] following [describe recent algorithm update]. Cover: what changed, how our metrics were affected, and how we're adjusting our strategy.
Create a social media competitor benchmarking report for [brand] vs. [competitor 1] and [competitor 2]. Metrics to compare: follower count/growth rate, engagement rate, posting frequency, content mix.
Write a mid-year social media strategy review. Assess: what's working vs. the original strategy, what's changed in the market, and what to pivot, double down on, or stop.
Create a presentation-ready "key insights" slide for our Q[X] social media review. 3–5 bullet points that surface the most important findings for a leadership audience.
Write a social media analytics glossary for a new client who isn't familiar with social metrics. Explain: reach, impressions, engagement rate, CTR, saves, and what each one means for their business.
Analyze this content performance data and tell me which content pillars are over- and under-performing relative to our strategic goals. Data: [paste data]
Write a "lessons learned" section for our end-of-year social media report. Cover: 3 things we did well, 3 things we'd do differently, and 3 experiments to run next year.
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Campaign & Launch Planning
Campaigns and launches are where social media creates real business results. These prompts help you build product launch content rollouts, write influencer briefs, script giveaways that grow your following, research hashtag strategy, and integrate paid and organic into a cohesive plan.
Create a product launch social media plan for [product name] launching on [date]. Include: pre-launch teaser phase (2 weeks), launch day content, post-launch momentum (1 week), and a platform breakdown for each phase.
Write an influencer collaboration brief for [brand] partnering with [micro/macro/nano] influencers in [niche]. Include: campaign objective, key messages, content requirements, do's and don'ts, deliverables, and timeline.
Write a giveaway post and accompanying caption for [platform] to grow [brand]'s following. Include: prize description, how to enter (follow + tag + share), rules summary, and a hook that creates excitement.
Research and compile a hashtag strategy for [brand] in [niche]. Include: 5 large hashtags (1M+ posts), 5 medium (100K–1M), 5 niche (<100K), and how to rotate them. Explain the rationale.
Create a paid + organic social integration plan for [campaign/launch]. How do we use organic content to test what to amplify with paid, and how do we use paid to accelerate organic growth?
Write a 7-day launch countdown social media plan for [product/event]. Each day: platform, content type, caption angle, and how it builds anticipation toward the launch.
Create a "collab post" outreach script for a brand partnership between [Brand A] and [Brand B]. Include: the initial DM/email pitch, what we're proposing, and why it's mutually beneficial.
Write a UGC (user-generated content) campaign strategy for [brand]. How do we encourage customers to create content, what incentives work, how do we curate and repost, and what's the brief for participants?
Create a social media rollout plan for a [rebrand/new product category/major announcement]. How do we build excitement before, execute on the day, and sustain momentum after?
Write a campaign debrief template for post-campaign analysis. Include: objectives recap, metrics vs. goals, top content performers, what we'd do differently, and recommendations for the next campaign.
Create a "hero content" strategy for [brand]'s next campaign. Define: what the hero asset is, how it gets repurposed, which platforms it lives on natively, and how paid amplifies it.
Write a giveaway strategy for growing [brand]'s TikTok following from [current] to [goal] followers in 30 days. Include: giveaway mechanics, prize selection rationale, and content to support it.
Create a social media plan for a [flash sale / limited-time offer] running for [X days]. Include: announcement post, reminder posts, urgency posts (last 24 hours), and post-sale content.
Write a micro-influencer recruitment email for [brand]'s [campaign name]. Personalized tone, clear ask, what's in it for them, and how to apply or respond.
Create a hashtag challenge campaign concept for [brand] on TikTok or Instagram. Include: challenge name, hook, participation mechanic, prize, and how to seed it with 5–10 creators.
Write a social media launch plan for [event — webinar, product demo, live Q&A]. Include: announcement post (1 week out), reminder posts (48 hours, 24 hours, 1 hour), and post-event recap content.
Create a "brand moment" strategy for [major cultural event or season — Super Bowl, Back to School, New Year, etc.]. How does [brand] show up authentically without looking opportunistic?
Write a campaign brief template for briefing a paid social ad agency on [campaign type — lead gen, brand awareness, retargeting]. Include: objectives, audience, messaging, creative direction, budget, and KPIs.
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