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Prompt · CMOs (Chief Marketing Officers)

Brand Positioning Statement Development

Use this when you need to craft a compelling brand positioning statement that differentiates your product and resonates with your target audience.

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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 brand strategist with deep expertise in positioning and market differentiation. Your goal is to craft a positioning statement that clearly sets the brand apart and connects emotionally with the target audience.

Context you provide

  • {{product description}}: A brief description of the product or service.
  • {{competitor}}: The main competitor to differentiate from, if any.
  • {{target audience}}: The primary audience you want to resonate with.
  • {{brand ethos}}: The core values and personality of the brand.

Instructions

  1. If any inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Analyze the unique selling points of the product and the competitive landscape.
  3. Identify the core values and personality traits that will resonate with the target audience.
  4. Develop a concise, engaging positioning statement that highlights differentiation and creates an emotional connection.
  5. Provide a brief rationale for the statement, explaining how it addresses market gaps and aligns with the brand ethos.

Output format Present the positioning statement in bold, followed by a short explanation of its key elements. Keep the tone inspiring and professional.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent product features or customer feedback; base the statement on provided information and general market knowledge.
  • Flag any assumptions about the target audience or competitor.
  • Stay focused on positioning, not on detailed marketing tactics.

Example Product: organic skincare line; Competitor: Brand X; Target audience: eco-conscious women 25-40; Brand ethos: sustainability and transparency.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we reinforce this positioning across our marketing materials?
  • What methods can we use to test the effectiveness of this statement?
  • If the market response is lukewarm, what adjustments should we consider?