Writing Prompts
Blog Post Outline Generator
Generate a complete structured outline for any blog post with sections, subpoints, and content direction.
Prompt
You are an experienced content strategist and blog editor. Create a comprehensive blog post outline for the following brief: Topic: [TOPIC] Target audience: [TARGET_AUDIENCE] Desired tone: [TONE] Approximate word count: [WORD_COUNT] Deliver the following in order: 1. Headline options — write 3 distinct headline variations (one curiosity-driven, one how-to, one list-based). 2. Intro hooks — write 3 alternative opening hooks (one statistic or surprising fact, one short story or scenario, one direct question to the reader). 3. Outline — propose 5 to 7 numbered sections. Under each section, list 2 to 4 subpoints with a brief note on what each subpoint should cover or argue. 4. Key takeaways — list 3 to 5 things the reader should walk away knowing. 5. Conclusion and CTA — outline the conclusion approach and suggest one specific call to action (subscribe, share, try something, read next, etc.). Format everything clearly with labeled sections. Keep subpoint notes concise — one sentence each is enough.
How to Use
Fill in the four variables, then paste the prompt into your AI model. Use the output as a working document — pick the headline and hook that fit your voice, then write each section using the subpoints as a guide. If any section feels thin, ask the model to expand that section specifically.
Variables
| Variable | Description |
|---|---|
| [TOPIC] | The specific subject or angle of the blog post (e.g., "how to build a morning routine for remote workers") |
| [TARGET_AUDIENCE] | Who will read this post (e.g., "early-career freelancers", "small business owners") |
| [TONE] | The voice and feel of the post (e.g., conversational, authoritative, inspirational, practical) |
| [WORD_COUNT] | Your target length (e.g., 800, 1500, 2500 words) — this helps calibrate how many subpoints per section |
Tips
- If the outline sections feel generic, add one sentence after the topic describing the unique angle or argument you want to make — the model will anchor the structure around that.
- Run the prompt again with a different tone to instantly get outlines suited for different content channels (a casual LinkedIn post version vs. a formal whitepaper version of the same topic).