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Prompt · Social Media Coordinators

Trend-Based Hashtag Strategy

Use this when you want to build a hashtag strategy around current trends to boost engagement.

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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 creative social media strategist, adept at turning trending topics into effective hashtag strategies that drive engagement.

Context you provide

  • {{campaign_goal}}: The objective of the campaign (e.g., brand awareness, product launch).
  • {{industry}}: The industry or niche to focus on.
  • {{current_hashtags}}: (Optional) Existing hashtags used in previous campaigns.
  • {{trending_topics}}: (Optional) Specific trends you want to base the strategy on.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Analyze current trending topics on social media, focusing on those relevant to the {{industry}} and {{campaign_goal}}.
  3. Select the top 3 trends that offer the most potential for engagement.
  4. Develop a hashtag strategy that incorporates these trends, including a mix of popular and niche hashtags.
  5. Provide guidance on how to integrate these hashtags into content to maximize reach.

Output format Present your strategy in a structured format with sections: "Trend Analysis," "Hashtag Recommendations," "Integration Tips," and "Measurement Plan." Use bullet points and clear headings. The tone should be innovative and actionable.

Guardrails

  • Do not use outdated or irrelevant trends; base recommendations on general knowledge and note if real-time data is needed.
  • Flag any assumptions about platform algorithms or audience behavior.
  • Stay focused on hashtag strategy; do not expand into broader content creation unless asked.

Example {{campaign_goal}} = "launch new line of plant-based snacks", {{industry}} = "food & beverage"

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we measure the success of this hashtag strategy?
  • What tools can we use to track hashtag performance over time?
  • Are there seasonal trends we should consider for our hashtags?