ChatGPT Cheat Sheet: Prompts for Writing Articles, eBooks, Novels, Blog Posts, Affiliate Marketing, and More with ChatGPT

When using an AI tool like ChatGPT, it’s crucial to provide clear and specific input, known as a prompt. The prompt can be a phrase or keywords that the tool will use to analyze and understand to generate a response. To get the most out of the tool, it’s important to phrase your prompts in a way that the AI can easily understand.

Creating the perfect prompts for ChatGPT is an art. It requires an understanding of the language model’s capabilities and limitations, as well as an understanding of the context and purpose of the desired response. That is why I have put together this list of prompts. These prompts can be copy and pasted into the ChatGPT, or edited for increased and personalized functionality. When creating prompts, it is important to avoid using long, complex sentences with multiple subpoints. Instead, use short, simple sentences that are easy for the tool to understand. This will help the AI to quickly identify the main topic and generate a relevant response. Additionally, providing specific context and asking specific questions will lead to more accurate and helpful responses from ChatGPT.

Furthermore, it is crucial to choose words that are easy to understand and provide the right context. Avoid using jargon or slang, as this can confuse the tool and lead to inaccurate responses. This is especially important if you’re using ChatGPT in a professional setting, where precision and accuracy are key.

Another important aspect to consider when writing prompts for ChatGPT is to avoid asking questions that have yes/no answers or are too general. These types of questions often don’t produce very helpful answers. Instead, try to ask more specific questions – the more precise the better! This will help ChatGPT to understand the intent behind the question and provide a more accurate and informative response. Writing the perfect ChatGPT prompts is all about understanding the tool’s capabilities, being precise, clear, and concise in your language, providing context and asking specific questions. By following these guidelines, you can unlock the full potential of ChatGPT and achieve your goals.

  1. Tips and Tricks for Improving ChatGPT Results
  2. Prompts to Use ChatGPT to Generate Ideas
  3. Prompts for Writing Articles, News Reports, and Blog Posts
  4. Prompts for Copywriting and Advertising Materials (brochures, emails, display ads, banner ads, etc.)
  5. Prompts for Writing Novels and Creative Works of Fiction
  6. Prompts for Writing Non-Fiction, eBooks, and Long-form Guides
  7. Prompts for Scripts, YouTube Videos, TikTok, and More
  8. Prompts for Creating Listicles
  9. Prompts for Crafting the Perfect Social Media Posts
  10. Prompts to Help with Editing, Language, and Translation
  11. Prompts to Help with Time Management, Career Development, and Organization

Tips and Tricks for Improving ChatGPT Results

You can respond to the chat when it gives you a result. You can improve those results by responding with additional prompts related to them. Here are some examples of responses you can make:

Make it longer.

Make it [adjective].

For example, “make it funnier,” or “make it sadder.”

Replace my simple vocabulary with advanced English.

Now write it in the style of [style type].

When it gives you an outline, you can respond: Elaborate on point [point number].

[paste your text] Write that in the style of [insert style].

Prompts to Use ChatGPT to Generate Ideas

Give me ideas for [format] about [subject] covering topics.

For example, “Give me ideas for a series of blog posts about weighted blankets, covering topics such as price, style, material, and places to buy.”

Act as a [adjective] title generator, and provide titles based on the following keywords: [keywords].

For example, “Act as a funny title generator, and provide titles based on the following keywords: Seinfeld, George, Jerry, Elaine, and Kramer.” Or “Act as a powerful title generator, and provide titles based on the following keywords: bpd, borderline personality disorder, and overcoming personality disorders.”

Provide suggestions for how I can improve [subject].

Come up with [number] [type of text] for [platform] that includes [references].

For example, “Come up with 10 blog articles for a lifestyle blog that includes references to recent research.”

In your opinion, what is the most important quality a [subject] can possess in the [context]?

For example, “In your opinion, what is the most important quality a writer can possess when it comes to creating a blog?” or “In your opinion, what is the most important quality an insurance adjustor can have in the context of working with the public?”

In response to the following prompt, provide a concise and relevant answer using only [number] words: [prompt].

For example, “provide a concise and relevant answer using only 750 words: “What are some ways insurance adjustors are saving time and money on the road?”

Provide detailed comparison of the underlying themes of [concept/ideas/texts].

For example, “Provide a detailed comparison of the underlying themes of Plato and Aristotle.”

How will [emerging technology] impact the [industry] in the future?

For example, “How will Artificial Intelligence impact the insurance industry in the future?”

Come up with some interesting ways of [subject] in the style of [style].

For example, “come up with some interesting ways of decorating a room in the style of Jane Austen.”

Provide step-by-step instructions on how to [subject].

For example, “provide step-by-step instructions on how to apply a full face of makeup using only Covergirl products.”

Provide information not many people know on the topic of [subject].

For example, “Provide information not many people know about streaming to Twitch,” or “Provide information not many people know about the scientific properties of modern cancer treatments.”

Act as an [industry professional] and provide recommendations and suggestions for [things to do] in [location/region]

For example, “Act as an insurance claims adjuster and provide recommendations and suggestions for providing fast and efficient claims services in Western NY.” or “Act as a flight attendant and provide recommendations and suggestions for flying American Airlines in Boston, MA.”

What is to [city 1] as [landmark] is to [city 2]?

For example, “what is to London as the statue of liberty is to New York?” or “What is to a cat as a bone is to a dog?”

Come up with catchy slogans for [subject] that incorporates the word [any word].

For example, “Come up with catchy slogans for Chat GPT that incorporates the word Silly.”

Come up with a [adjective or style] tagline for a [product/service].

For example, “come up with a funny tagline for a baby blanket line.” Or “come up with a catchy and memorable tagline for a luxury watch brand.”

Come up with [number] brand names for a [company], drawing inspiration from the principles of [industry] or using words that are associated with [concept].

For example, “come up with 5 brand names for a makeup company, drawing inspiration from the principles of organic beauty and using words that are associated with green living and recycling.”  

Summarize [title].

For example, “summarize the movie Midsomer.” Or “Summarize the novel For Whom the Bell Tolls.”

Explain in [number] words why [title] is such a [adjective] [format].

For example, “Explain in 500 words why Riverdale is such a crazy TV show.” Or “Explain in 1000 words why Minecraft is such a popular game with pre-teens.”  

Analyze [format] for [purpose], such as [goals]: [insert text].

For example, “analyze a news article for bias, such as gotcha journalism or negativity bias and sensationalism: [insert news article].” Or “Analyze an advertisement for effectiveness, such as persuasiveness, clarity, and emotion: [insert advertisement].”

Create a detailed description for a buyer persona named [name] that is [demographics].

Give me some practical ways to [practice/learn] a skill without joining a course or community.

Prompts for Writing Articles, News Reports, and Blog Posts

Write a [number] word [type of text] for the [subject] in [location] outlining the [benefits] offered by the [subject]

For example, “write a 500 word essay for Elvis fans in Las Vegas outlining the venues, destinations, and hotels in Las Vegas that offer the Elvis experience.” Or “Write a 1000-word blog post for cat lovers outlining the benefits of a healthy diet offered by Beneful.”  

Write a [number] word [type of text] in the style of [author], covering [topic].

Write a 500 word blog post in the style of Bob Woodward covering motocross bikes.

Write a 1000-word essay in the style of Jane Austen covering the themes of love and romance.

Write a [length] [type] on [topic] in the style of [style].

For example, “write a 750-word blog post on the history of suspension bridges in the style of Hemmingway.” Or, “Write a 500 word blog post on the importance of a morning skincare routine in the style of a tv news anchor.”

Write an argument [for/against] [subject] from multiple diverse perspectives. Before you do so, state the characteristics of the various characters.

For example, “write an argument for the importance of recycling from multiple diverse perspectives.Before you do so, state the characteristics of the various characters.”

Act as an professional [insert profession] and explain [topic].

Act as a [type of storyteller]. Write a [type of text] between [two subjects] [additional details].

For example, “Act as a journalist. Write a news article between two scientists discussing the importance of climate change.” Or “Act as a blogger. Write a blog post between myself and a master chef discussing the importance of salt in cooking.”

Act as a [professional]. What suggestions would you have to improve [subject] based on thoughts? I will now provide you with some thoughts: [thoughts].

For example, “act as an auto insurance professional. What suggestions would you have to improve a customer’s coverage beyond liability insurance based on thoughts? I will now provide you with some thoughts: the customer is wealthy but carries basic state minimum insurance. The customer was in a terrible accident two years ago where they were at-fault and had to pay $8000 out of pocket to the person they hit.”

Write a [type of text] of [subjects], that is [style] high-lighting their [characteristics] [background].

For example, “Write a news article about police brutality rates in Chicago that is objective and highlights the importance of banning chokeholds and strangleholds.”

Write a [document] for [subject].

For example, “Write a press release on the launch of my new app Candy Brush.” Or “Write a contract for a warranty on a new laptop.”

In [society/culture], is it generally considered better to be [characteristic] or [characteristic]?

For example, “In American culture, is it generally considered better to be republican or democrat?”

Exaggerate the following statement: [insert statement].

For example, “Exaggerate the following statement: I don’t want to go roller skating.”

Act as a [professional]. I will write to you [questions/locations/pronunciations/etc.] and you will .

For example, “Act as a travel guide. I will write you questions about my trip to Singapore and you will offer suggests to help.” Or “Act as an insurance professional. I will write you questions about insurance policies and you will give me answers.”

Prompts for Copywriting and Advertising Materials (brochures, emails, display ads, banner ads, etc.)

Write a [number] word [type of text] for the [subject] in [location] outlining the [benefits] offered by the [subject]

For example, “write a brochure for Elvis fans in Las Vegas outlining the shows, hotels, and restaurants offered by the Elvis Touring Group.” Or “Write a 250  word product description for an alarm-sounding remote and keys finder outlining the benefits offered by FindIt, a company that designs beeping devices to help you find lost items.”  

Write a [type of advertisement] for [product/service] with the [services/benefits].

For example, “Write a product description for a AI software that can write articles with the focus on the benefits of hands-off content marketing efforts.” Or “Write a product description for a funky men’s underwear line with the benefits of 100 percent cotton underwear.” Or “Write a radio advertisement for a local furniture company with the focus on the wide selection of couches and the excellent finance options available.”

Write a [type of text] for a [product] that is suitable for an [audience/format].

For example, “Write a product description for a camcorder that is suitable for kids and teens.” Or “Write a brochure for a washing machine that is suitable for apartment sized living spaces and has a digital touch screen.”

What factors might influence some to [actions]?

For example, “make a purchase” or “change their bad habits.”

Write a [length] [type] for a [product or service].

Write a short script for a commercial for gaming chairs.

Write the following [text], without sacrificing [attribute/style]: [your text].

For example, “Write the following text, without sacrificing its informative value, quality or clarity: Can we reschedule that ice cream date for next week?”

Rephrase: [insert text].

Rephrase this text in a [style]: [insert text].

Make this text [desired outcome] by adding [elements].

For example, “make this text funnier by adding jokes and humorous observations: [insert text].” Or, “Make this text more persuasive by adding calls to actions, examples, and statistics.”

Evaluate whether this [point/object] is convincing and provide suggestions for how to make it [desired out-come]: [insert text].

For example, “evaluate whether this sales page is convincing people to buy my product and suggest how to make it more persuasive: [insert text].”

Persuade [insert person] that they really want to buy [object] for [occasion], specifically to [activity].

For example, “Persuade wives that they really want to buy a PS5 for their husband, specifically to put a huge smile on his face and so he will give her a diamond necklace in return.”

Clarify this point and make it more explicit and understandable: [argument].

Write a [type of text] for my [website/product], [persuasion technique] visitors to [desired action].

For example, “Write a sales page for my remote keyfob finder product, persuading visitors to make a purchase.” Or “Write a landing page for my consulting firm, using persuasive language to get them to join my mailing list.”

Write [number] email subject lines for [type of email] to [target audience]

For example, “Write 20 email subject lines for payment reminders for unpaid writing clients.” Or “Write 10 email subject lines to solicit customers of a vacuum cleaning business.”

Write a liability waiver for my [website/product] ]outlining [specific terms/conditions].

Write a [type of policy] for my [website/product] outlining [specific terms/conditions].

Prompts for Writing Novels and Creative Works of Fiction

Provide an outline for [topic/project].

For example, “Provide an outline for a 16 chapter novel about the importance of friendship.” Or “Provide an outline for a short story including many elements successful stories have.”

Act as a [type of storyteller]. Write a [type of text] between [two subjects] [additional details].

For example, “Act as a fantasy author, and write a conversation between an elf and a human discussing which is better forest or city living.”

Write a [type of text] of [subjects], that is [style] highlighting their [characteristics] [background].

For example, “Write a background summary of our supporting character Samwise Gamgee, that is vivid and interesting, highlighting that Sam is a hobbit of the Shire and best friends with Frodo Baggins.”

Write a [type of text] about [subject][emotion][goal].

Write a poem about loving sunsets that is happy with the goal of promoting sunsets.

Write a [adjective] [type] about a [subject][action][goal].

For example, “Write a compelling story about a lifeguard who can’t swim but lies to get the job but then is tasked with saving a drowning child.” Or, “write a short horror story about a child who can see ghosts but is deaf and blind. The child’s goal is to tell an adult about the ghosts.” Or, “write a ridiculous short story about a VSCO girl who moves to remote Canada to study oceanography with the goal of the townspeople first hating her and then growing to love her and respect her.”

Come up with funny names for a [gender] character who is [characteristics].

For example, “come up with funny nicknames for a character whose real name is Amelia, and who is a scientific genius.”

Act as [character] with a [type of accent]. Now explain to me why [comparison].

For example, “Act as a dog walker with an Australian accent. Now explain to me why it’s easier to walk puggles than it is to walk golden retrievers.”

Give me the best advice for writing [a first sentence/Act 1/Act 2/Climax/etc.].

Rewrite this as a better [insert hook/act 1/act 2/climax/ect.] [copy/paste your writing].

Write a pitch for a [insert word count] word novel about [insert description].

Write a query letter to [insert name] for a fiction novel about [include blurb].

Provide me with an outline on [insert book, article, video, etc.].

Write a poem in the style of [insert poet] about [theme/description].

For example, “Write a poem in the style of Sylvia Plath about rejection from a lover gone cold.”

Prompts for Writing Non-Fiction, eBooks, and Long-form Guides

Provide an outline for [topic/project].

For example, “Provide an outline for the book “The Art of War.” Or “Provide an outline explaining the benefits of an organic skincare routine.”

Write a [type of speech] on a specific [topic/occasion].

Provide me with an outline on [insert book, article, video, etc.].

As a [professional], write a [type] to [intended audience] about [what needs to be done].

For example, “As a professional writer, write an email to a potential client in the aviation industry on why they need to improve their website landing page and how you’re the best writer for the job.” Or, “As a professional chef, write an email to a group on chefs who have subscribed to your mailing list about the best knives in the cooking business and why they should head to your blog to read more about the knives.”

Prompts for Scripts, YouTube Videos, TikTok, and More

Write a [adjective] [type of song] about [subject], [additional details]

For example, “Write a catchy jingle about car arms, incorporating the name of my business Cool Car Alarms.”

Create [adjective] captions for this [media].

Create clever captions for this video: [insert video title].

Write a [type of text] on the topic of [subject] [additional details].

For example, “Write a YouTube script on the topic of teenage boys and their mental health exploring the options for mental health treatments.”

Write a [type of performance] about [subject], incorporating [additional details].

For example, “Write a comedy sketch about a VSCO girl at a new job, incorporating humorous observations and incorporating many jokes.”

Write a parody with this prompt!

Rewrite the lyrics of the song [insert song] by [artist] to be about [subject].

For example, “Rewrite the lyrics of the song “Jolene” by “Dolly Parton” to be about a man,” or “Rewrite the lyrics of “I Will Always Love You,” by Whitney Houston to be about saving the environment from climate change.”

Prompts for Creating Listicles

Give me [number] [plausible/creative] ideas for [type] concepts that a [professional] in a [industry] could have.

For example, “Give me 11 plausible ideas for modern home renovation projects that a renovation expert in home improvement could have.” Or “Give me 10 creative ideas for home decorating that an interior decorator in a big city could have.”

Come up with [number] [type of text] for [platform] that includes [references].

For example, “Come up with 10 blog articles for a lifestyle blog that includes references to recent research.”

Come up with [number] [adjective] reasons why [subject] is the [best/worst] thing ever.

For example, “15 Reasons why Morrissey is still the best crooner in the world ever.”

Provide a list of [number] ways to be more [desired goal].

For example, “Provide a list of 10 ways a college student can be more productive while balancing a part-time job and classes.” Or “Provide a list of 20 ways a insurance producer can generate new business in their community.”

Come up with [number] [adjective] questions about [subject].

For example, “Come up with 13 hilarious questions about women’s anatomy that men are confused about.”

Prompts for Crafting the Perfect Social Media Posts

Write a [type of text] for the [subject] in [location], outlining the [benefits] offered by the [subject].

For example, “Write a Facebook post for the subject of Singapore airport, outlining the high-end shopping stores and restaurants offered by the airport.” Or “Write a Twitter post for the subject of Anna Faris outlining her philanthropy.”

Create [adjective] captions for this [image]

Create clever captions for this image of me leaving the house and shutting my jacket in the door and nearly stumbling.

Explain this message in 280 characters or less: [copy/past message]

For example, I wrote:

“Explain this message in 280 characters or less: Celebrate Now at Walt Disney World Resort. The magic is calling everyone to be part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration—now through March 31, 2023! Step into a celebratory scene with dazzling decorations, Iridescent fashions for Mickey, Minnie and Friends—and magical touches at all 4 theme parks and beyond. Plus, discover the following special experiences: Beacons of Magic, Disney Enchantment, Harmonious, and Disney Fab 50 Character Collection.”

It gave me:

“Join the celebration at Walt Disney World Resort! The World’s Most Magical Celebration is happening now through March 31. Experience decorations, fashion for Mickey and friends, and magic throughout the theme parks. Don’t miss special experiences like Beacons of Magic, Disney Enchantment, Harmonious and Disney Fab 50 Character Collection.”

Act as a social media manager and manage the presence of an organization on [social media platform] in order to [goal].

For example, “act as a social media manager, and manage the presence of an organization on Facebook in order to increase customer engagement.”

Write a joke about [subject].

Explain the following message in [number] words or less: [copy/paste message]

Create an [analogy] for [concept].

Persuade [insert person] that they really want to buy [object] for [occasion], specifically to [activity].

For example, “Persuade husbands that they really want to buy a diamond necklace for Valentine’s Day for their wife, specifically to put a huge smile on her face and win her affection.”

Prompts to Help with Editing, Language, and Translation

Translate the phrase [phrase] into language.

Prompts to Help with Time Management, Career Development, and Organization

Create a schedule for me to help [desired improvement], including time, activities, and breaks.

For example, create a schedule to help me organize my writing schedule, including time, activities, and breaks.

Tell me some practical ways to [practice/learn] a skill without joining a course or community.

Create a [schedule] for [target audience] [goal] over the next [time period]?

Create a learning schedule for an adult woman learning Yoga over the next three months.

Simulate a job interview for [job title] by asking and answering questions as if you are a potential employer.

Write a cover letter for a [position], highlighting experience with [skill/tool].

For example, “write a cover letter for a copywriting position, highlighting experience with Excel and Adobe Acrobat.”

Improve this previous [type of letter] by adding information about [skills/experiences]: [insert letter].

For example, “Improve this previous cover letter by adding information about my experience with Python and SQL: [insert cover letter].”

How should I answer the interview question about [characteristic] during a [type of interview]?

For example, “How should I answer the interview question about my greatest strength during an interview for a sales job?”

Is a career in [industry] a good idea considering the recent improvement in [technology]?

Given that [event], what legal action could I take?

For example, “given that I was injured at Walmart on spilled water, what legal action could I take?” or “Given that I have written several articles for Upwork and was not paid, what legal action could I take?”

Write a [document] for [subject].

For example, “write a lease agreement for a new tenant.”

Outline the steps for [goal] in [software].

How can I learn about [culture/idea/philosophy] in an efficient and effective way?

Write a [type of profile] for me, highlighting [interests/skills/personality] in a way that is likely to attract [audience].

For example, “Write a LinkedIn profile for me, highlighting my writing skills, business degree, and creativity in a way that is likely to attract potential employers.”

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