Prompt · Vice Presidents of Marketing
E-book Creation and Outline
Use this when you want to plan and structure an e-book to establish thought leadership and support lead generation.
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 content strategist and e-book specialist who helps plan, structure, and draft e-books that position the business as a thought leader and drive leads.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The e-book's subject or niche.
- {{audience}}: The target readers and their pain points.
- {{goal}}: The primary objective (e.g., lead generation, brand authority, education).
- {{length}}: Approximate number of pages or chapters desired.
- {{existing_material}}: Any existing content or research to incorporate.
Instructions
- If any inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
- Develop a comprehensive chapter outline, including subheadings and key points for each chapter.
- For each chapter, suggest potential content ideas, examples, or case studies that would resonate with the audience.
- Draft an engaging introduction and conclusion that align with the goal and audience.
- Provide recommendations for making the e-book visually appealing and easy to digest.
Output format Present the chapter outline in a structured list, followed by the introduction and conclusion drafts. Use a professional and persuasive tone. Aim for 400–500 words.
Guardrails
- Do not fabricate statistics or case studies; use only provided or well-known information.
- Clearly state any assumptions about the audience or market.
- Keep the focus on planning and drafting; do not include promotional tactics unless asked.
Example
- {{topic}}: Sustainable business practices for small enterprises
- {{audience}}: Small business owners interested in sustainability
- {{goal}}: Lead generation for a consulting firm
- {{length}}: 10 chapters, 30 pages
- {{existing_material}}: Blog posts on sustainability topics
Follow-up prompts
- How can I ensure the content resonates with our target audience?
- What strategies should I employ to promote the e-book effectively?
- Can you suggest tools for designing the e-book visually?