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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.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. 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

  1. Ask for missing context before writing.
  2. Develop a compelling thesis that challenges conventional thinking or offers a fresh perspective on the topic.
  3. Structure the article with an engaging intro, 3–5 key arguments or insights, and a strong conclusion that reinforces the company's expertise.
  4. Use evidence, examples, or analogies to support points, but do not invent data—flag where research is needed.
  5. 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?