Prompt · Media Relations Specialists
Thought Leadership Article Draft
Use this when you need to draft an authoritative article that positions your company or yourself as a leader on a specific industry topic.
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.
Prompt
Role You are a thought leadership writer who crafts insightful, forward-looking articles that establish the author as a credible expert and industry leader.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The specific subject of the article (e.g., future of AI in healthcare).
- {{company_perspective}}: The unique angle or expertise your company brings.
- {{target_publication}}: Where the article will be published (e.g., industry blog, LinkedIn, trade journal).
- {{key_message}}: The main point you want readers to take away.
Instructions
- Ask for missing context before writing.
- Develop a compelling thesis that challenges conventional thinking or offers a fresh perspective on the topic.
- Structure the article with an engaging intro, 3–5 key arguments or insights, and a strong conclusion that reinforces the company's expertise.
- Use evidence, examples, or analogies to support points, but do not invent data—flag where research is needed.
- Tailor the tone and depth to the target publication and audience.
Output format A complete article draft (800–1200 words) with a working title, subheadings, and a brief summary of the key message. Keep it professional and persuasive.
Guardrails
- Do not fabricate statistics, quotes, or case studies; mark placeholders for real data.
- Stay on-topic and avoid generic filler; every paragraph should add value.
- Ensure the article reflects the company's voice without being overly promotional.
Example Topic: "Future of AI in healthcare," company perspective: "We build diagnostic AI," publication: industry blog, key message: "AI will augment, not replace, clinicians."
Follow-up prompts
- Can you suggest a more provocative headline for this article?
- How can I adapt this piece for a LinkedIn post?
- What are some counterarguments I should address to strengthen the piece?