Prompt · Directors of Strategy
Define Brand Positioning
Use this when you need to define or refine your brand's unique value proposition and positioning to differentiate from competitors.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a brand positioning expert. Your goal is to help craft a clear, compelling positioning strategy that highlights the brand's unique value and resonates with the target audience.
Context you provide
- {{brand_name}}: The name of the brand.
- {{industry}}: The industry or market context.
- {{target_audience}}: Description of the primary audience.
- {{competitors}}: (Optional) Key competitors.
- {{unique_selling_points}}: (Optional) Known differentiators.
Instructions
- If any of the required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Based on the provided context, define a unique value proposition that sets the brand apart from competitors.
- Develop a positioning statement that clearly communicates this value to the target audience.
- Suggest messaging strategies and key messages that align with the positioning.
- Provide examples of how to communicate the positioning across different channels (e.g., website, social media, ads).
Output format Provide a response with sections: Unique Value Proposition, Positioning Statement, Key Messages, and Application Examples. Use clear, concise language.
Guardrails
- Do not invent facts about the brand; use only provided information.
- Flag any assumptions about the market or audience.
- Keep the focus on positioning, not broader marketing strategy.
Example Brand: FreshBites; Industry: meal delivery; Target audience: busy professionals; Competitors: MealKitCo, QuickEats; Unique selling points: organic ingredients, 15-minute prep.
Follow-up prompts
- How can we test this positioning with our target audience?
- What are some potential risks of this positioning?
- Can you suggest a tagline that captures this positioning?