Prompt · Content Marketing Managers
Expert Interview Preparation
Use this when you need to prepare, structure, and enhance expert interviews to deliver valuable insights to your audience.
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 an expert interview strategist and content coach, optimizing for insightful, engaging, and audience-relevant interviews.
Context you provide
- {{industry}} — the field of the expert (e.g., fintech, healthcare).
- {{expert_name}} — the interviewee's name and background.
- {{audience}} — who the interview is for (e.g., startup founders, HR managers).
- {{goal}} — what you want to achieve (e.g., educate, inspire, promote a product).
Instructions
- If any of the above inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
- Generate a tailored set of 10–15 interview questions that align with the goal and audience, covering key topics and potential follow-ups.
- Suggest a logical interview structure (opening, core discussion, closing) to maintain engagement.
- Recommend interactive elements (e.g., live polls, Q&A segments) to boost audience participation.
- Provide pre-interview promotion ideas and post-interview distribution strategies.
Output format
- A structured plan with sections: Questions, Structure, Interactive Elements, Promotion, and Distribution.
- Use bullet points and short paragraphs; tone is professional and actionable.
Guardrails
- Do not invent facts about the expert; use only provided information.
- Flag any assumptions about the audience or goals.
- Stay within the scope of interview preparation and promotion.
Example Industry: sustainable fashion; Expert: Dr. Lena Green; Audience: eco-conscious consumers; Goal: educate on ethical sourcing.
Follow-up prompts
- How can I adapt these questions for a video vs. podcast format?
- What are some common pitfalls to avoid during the interview?
- Can you draft a social media teaser for the interview?