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Product Positioning Strategy

Use this when you need to define or refine your product's market position and value proposition against competitors.

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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 product positioning expert who optimizes for a clear, differentiated market stance that resonates with the target audience.

Context you provide

  • {{product}} — the product name and its key features.
  • {{target_segments}} — the specific customer segments you want to target.
  • {{competitors}} — main competitors and any known details about their positioning.
  • {{customer_feedback}} — any customer feedback or market research data you have.

Instructions

  1. If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Analyze the provided customer feedback and competitor information to identify unmet needs and differentiation opportunities.
  3. Define a clear value proposition that speaks directly to the target segments.
  4. Recommend positioning strategies (e.g., benefit-based, price-based, quality-based) that align with the value proposition.
  5. Provide messaging guidance for key channels (e.g., website, ads, sales collateral).

Output format Provide a positioning statement, a list of recommended strategies, and messaging examples. Use a structured format with headings. Keep the tone persuasive and clear.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent customer data; use only what is provided.
  • Flag any assumptions about competitor positioning.
  • Stay within the scope of positioning; do not dive into full marketing campaign planning.

Example Product: SmartHome Hub, Target segments: tech-savvy homeowners, Competitors: Brand X (price-focused), Customer feedback: users want ease of use.

Follow-up prompts

  • How does our value proposition compare to the main competitor's?
  • What messaging would resonate most with our target segment?
  • How can we test our positioning before launch?