Free Freelance Writer Prompts

Create a detailed, SEO-optimized blog post outline for the topic: [TOPIC]

**Content Parameters:**
- Target keyword: [PRIMARY KEYWORD]
- Secondary keywords: [LIST 3-5]
- Target word count: [WORD COUNT]
- Target audience: [WHO IS READING THIS]
- Search intent: [INFORMATIONAL/TRANSACTIONAL/NAVIGATIONAL]
- Content angle: [UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE OR HOOK]

**Generate an outline with:**

**1. Title Options (5 variations)**
- Include primary keyword
- Emotional/curiosity hook
- Number if listicle
- Power words for clicks

**2. Meta Description**
- Under 155 characters
- Include primary keyword
- Clear value proposition
- Call to action

**3. Introduction Structure**
- Hook (question, statistic, story, or bold statement)
- Problem/pain point acknowledgment
- What reader will learn (preview)
- Why reader should trust this content
- Approximate word count: [X words]

**4. Main Sections (H2s)**
For each section provide:
- H2 heading (keyword-optimized)
- 2-4 H3 subheadings
- Key points to cover (bullet list)
- Supporting evidence needed (stats, examples, quotes)
- Internal linking opportunity
- Approximate word count

**5. Conclusion Structure**
- Summary of key takeaways
- Actionable next step
- CTA (relevant to business goal)

**6. Additional Elements**
- Suggested images/graphics (with alt text ideas)
- Pull quote suggestions
- FAQ section questions (for featured snippets)
- Related internal links to include

**7. Competitive Differentiation**
- What top-ranking content covers
- Gap this content should fill
- Unique value this provides

Write a cold pitch email to land a freelance writing client.

**Target Client:**
- Company/Publication: [NAME]
- Industry: [INDUSTRY]
- Content they publish: [DESCRIBE THEIR CONTENT]
- Something specific I noticed: [RECENT ARTICLE, GAP, OPPORTUNITY]

**My Background:**
- Writing specialty: [YOUR NICHE]
- Relevant experience: [BRIEF CREDENTIALS]
- Sample work: [WHAT YOU CAN LINK TO]

**Generate an email with:**

**Subject Line Options (3)**
- Personalized, not salesy
- Creates curiosity
- Under 50 characters ideal

**Email Body:**

1. **Opening Hook (1-2 sentences)**
   - Specific reference to their content
   - NOT: "I'm reaching out because..."
   - Shows I actually read/know their work

2. **The Connection (1-2 sentences)**
   - Why I'm specifically reaching out to THEM
   - What I noticed (compliment or opportunity)
   - Bridge to my value

3. **The Pitch (2-3 sentences)**
   - What I can do for them
   - Specific content ideas (2-3 headlines)
   - Results I've achieved (if relevant)

4. **Social Proof (1 sentence)**
   - Brief credibility marker
   - Publication names or results
   - Not braggy, just factual

5. **Clear CTA (1 sentence)**
   - Specific, low-commitment ask
   - Make it easy to say yes
   - Suggest next step

6. **Sign-off**
   - Professional but warm
   - Contact info
   - Link to portfolio/samples

**Email Constraints:**
- Total length: Under 150 words
- Tone: Confident but not arrogant
- Focus: Their needs, not my needs
- Format: Short paragraphs, easy to scan

Create a comprehensive SEO content brief for: [TOPIC/KEYWORD]

**Research Context:**
- Primary keyword: [KEYWORD]
- Search volume: [IF KNOWN]
- Current ranking: [IF UPDATING EXISTING CONTENT]
- Competitor URLs ranking: [LIST 2-3]

**Generate a content brief including:**

**1. Keyword Strategy**
- Primary keyword and placement requirements
- Secondary keywords (5-10) with suggested usage
- LSI/semantic keywords to include naturally
- Keywords to avoid (if cannibalizing other content)

**2. Search Intent Analysis**
- What searchers are trying to accomplish
- Questions they have
- Problems they're trying to solve
- Stage of buyer journey

**3. Content Requirements**
- Recommended word count (based on competitors)
- Content format (guide, listicle, comparison, etc.)
- Tone and reading level
- Required sections based on SERP analysis

**4. Outline/Structure**
- H1 recommendation
- H2 sections (in order)
- H3 subsections where needed
- FAQ section questions

**5. SERP Feature Opportunities**
- Featured snippet format to target
- People Also Ask questions to answer
- Image/video opportunities
- Schema markup recommendations

**6. Internal/External Linking**
- Pages to link to internally
- Types of external sources to cite
- Anchor text suggestions

**7. Competitive Gaps**
- What competitors miss
- Unique angles to cover
- Updated information to include
- Better examples or data to provide

**8. Success Metrics**
- Target ranking position
- Target traffic
- Conversion goal
- Timeline expectations

Analyze this draft and provide a comprehensive editing checklist.

**My Draft:**
[PASTE YOUR DRAFT HERE]

**Content Context:**
- Type: [BLOG POST/ARTICLE/COPY/etc.]
- Target audience: [WHO]
- Goal: [INFORM/PERSUADE/ENTERTAIN]
- Word count target: [TARGET]

**Provide analysis in these categories:**

**1. Structure & Flow**
- Does the intro hook effectively?
- Is there a clear logical flow?
- Are transitions smooth between sections?
- Does each paragraph have a clear purpose?
- Is the conclusion strong?

**2. Clarity & Readability**
- Sentences that are too long or complex
- Jargon that needs simplifying
- Passive voice instances to convert
- Vague language to make specific
- Readability score issues

**3. Engagement & Voice**
- Where energy drops
- Opportunities for stronger verbs
- Places to add examples or stories
- Repetitive sentence structures
- Tone consistency issues

**4. SEO & Technical (if applicable)**
- Keyword usage and placement
- Header tag optimization
- Meta description effectiveness
- Internal linking opportunities
- Image alt text needs

**5. Grammar & Polish**
- Specific errors found
- Punctuation issues
- Word choice improvements
- Tightening opportunities (cut X words)

**For each issue:**
- Quote the problematic text
- Explain the issue
- Suggest a specific fix

**Priority ranking:**
1. Must fix (errors, confusion)
2. Should fix (improvement)
3. Consider (polish)

Write an email to inform a current client of a rate increase.

**Context:**
- Client name: [NAME]
- Current rate: [AMOUNT/STRUCTURE]
- New rate: [AMOUNT/STRUCTURE]
- % increase: [PERCENTAGE]
- Working relationship length: [TIME]
- Effective date: [DATE]
- Notice period: [DAYS/WEEKS]

**Reason for increase (select applicable):**
- [ ] Annual/inflation adjustment
- [ ] Increased expertise/value
- [ ] Market rate alignment
- [ ] Scope creep correction
- [ ] Cost of living increase

**Generate an email that:**

**1. Opens Warmly**
- Acknowledge the relationship
- Express genuine appreciation
- Reference positive work together

**2. Announces the Change**
- Be direct and clear
- State new rate and effective date
- Don't apologize excessively
- Frame as normal business evolution

**3. Justifies the Value**
- Brief mention of why (without over-explaining)
- Focus on their ROI, not your costs
- Highlight recent wins or improvements
- Note market positioning

**4. Addresses Concerns Proactively**
- Acknowledge this requires budget adjustment
- Offer transition options if appropriate
- Express commitment to continued quality
- Leave door open for discussion

**5. Clear Next Steps**
- What you need from them
- Timeline for confirmation
- Willingness to discuss
- Contact for questions

**Tone:**
- Confident, not apologetic
- Warm but professional
- Value-focused, not cost-focused
- Respectful of their business

**Length:** 200-250 words