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π‘ 2 Content Ideas To Try:
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ποΈ 2 More Templates:
Visible to Pro readers and part of Look At Hooks (400+ headline template database).
π‘ Content Template #1
Teach Techniques To Master A Concept Like A Top Expert
Your Headline Template:
How To [Verb] [Item/Concept] Like Top [Professionals/Experts] Do
The Inspiration:
"How To Create Powerful Storylines In Business Like Top Consultants Do"
Alex Miguel Meyer [link]
Why The Headline Works:
Aspiration: Taps into our desire to emulate the success of high achievers.
Authority: Implying that the recommendations are in line with what experts do adds credibility and builds curiosity.
How To Adapt It For Your Niche:
Pick The [Item/Concept]: A key item, concept, or topic thatβs central to your niche (and that your audience would want to master).
Specify The Experts: Pick a relevant authority figure in your field. Eg. 'top chefs,' 'leading marketers,' or 'renowned scientists.'
Showcase Expert Methods: In the content itself, focus on unique techniques or strategies that these experts are known for.
Speed Things Up With ChatGPT:
Hi ChatGPT,
I'm a content creator in the [insert niche] niche and my target audience is [insert target audience]. I want to create content based on the following headline template:
"How To [Verb] [Item/Concept] Like Top [Professionals/Experts] Do"
This template is modeled on the following headline:
"How To Maintain Your Car Like Top Mechanics Do"
Generate 10 headline ideas for my niche that follow this headline template closely, replacing just the bracketed words. The content should cover specific topics relevant to the niche and should not be generic or broad.
Each headline should:
Replace [Verb] with a relevant action that my audience wants to learn.
Replace [Item/Concept] with a key item or concept in my niche.
Replace [Professionals/Experts] with authoritative figures or groups in my field.
Examples Using The Template:
For Creators:
Cooking: "How To Plate Dishes Like Top Chefs Do"
Fitness: "How To Perform Deadlifts Like Top Lifters Do"
Photography: "How To Capture Stunning Portraits Like Top Photographers Do"
For Businesses Creating Content (B2C):
Automotive Dealerships: "How To Maintain Your Car Like Top Mechanics Do"
Realtor: "How To Stage Your Home Like Top Interior Designers Do"
For Businesses Creating Content (B2B):
Marketing Firms: "How To Build Compelling TV Campaigns Like Top Ad Executives Do"
Software Development: "How To Code Efficiently Like Top Software Developers Do"
π‘ Content Template #2
Teach The Actions To Avoid For Achieving A Desired Outcome
Your Headline Template:
If You Want To [Achieve Desired Outcome], Say Goodbye To These [Number] '[Negative Adjective]' [Actions]
The Inspiration:
"If You Want To Mature Into A Real Adult, Say Goodbye To These 12 'Childish' Behaviors"
Your Tango [link]
Why The Headline Works:
Loss Aversion: The headline has a sense of urgency and hints at potential loss. It suggests that not following the advice could result in missing out on the desired outcome.
How To Adapt It For Your Niche:
Pick A Desired Outcome: A specific, positive result that your audience would want to achieve. It should be a common goal or aspiration within your niche.
Define The Negative Actions: Specific actions, behaviors, or habits that could prevent the desired outcome.
Speed Things Up With ChatGPT:
Hi ChatGPT,
I'm a content creator in the [insert niche] niche and my target audience is [insert target audience]. I want to create content based on the following headline template:
If You Want To [Achieve Desired Outcome], Say Goodbye To These [Number] '[Negative Adjective]' [Actions]
This template is modeled on the following headline:
If You Want To Mature Into A Real Adult, Say Goodbye To These 12 'Childish' Behaviors
Generate 10 headline ideas for my niche that follow this headline template closely, replacing just the bracketed words. The content should cover specific topics relevant to the niche and should not be generic or broad.
Each headline should:
- Replace [Achieve Desired Outcome] with a specific desired outcome relevant to my niche.
- Replace '[Negative Adjective]' with a negative descriptor relevant to the [actions].
- Replace [Actions] with a specific type of action that could prevent the achievement of the [desired outcome].
- Replace [Number] with a specific count of actions to avoid.
Examples Using The Template:
For Creators:
Gardening: "If You Want To Grow Lush Plants, Say Goodbye To These 4 'Irreparable' Mistakes"
Cooking: "If You Want To Master Baking, Say Goodbye To These 3 'Rookie' Errors"
For Businesses Doing Content Marketing (B2C):
Home Decor: "If You Want A Cozy Home, Say Goodbye To These 3 'Cluttered' Design Choices"
Parenting: "If You Want To Raise Confident Kids, Say Goodbye To These 5 'Lazy' Parenting Behaviors"
For Businesses Doing Content Marketing (B2B):
HR Consulting: "If You Want To Improve Employee Retention, Say Goodbye To These 3 'Toxic' Management Practices"
Supply Chain Management: "If You Want To Streamline Operations, Say Goodbye To These 4 'Inefficient' Processes"
π‘ Content Template #3 (PRO)
This template uses loss aversion and a direct callout to generate views and engagement.
Use the AI prompt to turn it into content ideas for your niche.
Your Headline Template:
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Templates #3 and #4 are part of our Pro headline template database (400+ high-engagement, psychology-driven templates).
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