When to use this prompt
When you want to educate your audience in a structured, scroll-worthy format.
When breaking down complex topics into digestible insights.
When building authority and expertise within your niche.
When seeking higher engagement through multi-tweet content.
The prompt
Craft a Twitter thread of 5–7 tweets on [TOPIC], ensuring that each tweet is connected to the previous one and adds to the overall conversation. Make the thread engaging, structured, and easy to read, with a strong opening hook and a clear takeaway or CTA in the final tweet.
Variables to replace:
Real-life example of how to use this prompt
To start, let’s assume I’m a senior marketer at SEMrush. The prompt in the context of SEMrush would look like:
As you can see, this example demonstrates how the prompt emphasizes continuity and narrative flow—crucial for threads that keep readers scrolling.
Example output from ChatGPT for this prompt
And here's the output:
Tweet 1 (Hook):
Want to outsmart your competitors instead of blindly chasing them? 🕵️♂️
A solid competitor analysis isn’t just about copying—it’s about understanding what works, what doesn’t, and where YOU can win. Here’s a step-by-step guide 👇
Tweet 2:
Step 1: Identify your competitors.
Don’t just think “big brands.” Include:
Direct competitors (same product, same audience)
Indirect competitors (different product, same audience)
Emerging startups that could disrupt your market
Tweet 3:
Step 2: Audit their online presence. 🌐
Check their website, social media, blog, SEO, and customer reviews.
Ask:
What are they doing well?
Where are they falling short?
What content or campaigns get the most engagement?
Tweet 4:
Step 3: Analyze their product & pricing. 💰
Features: What’s standard? What’s unique?
Pricing: How do they structure it? Are there gaps?
Customer experience: How easy is it to buy, onboard, or get support?
Tweet 5:
Step 4: Track their marketing & messaging. 📣
Look for patterns in:
Brand voice & storytelling
Promotions & offers
Paid ads & social campaigns
Then ask: Where can YOU differentiate?
Tweet 6:
Step 5: Synthesize & act. ✨
Create a competitor matrix
Identify opportunities & threats
Develop strategies that leverage your strengths & exploit gaps in theirs
Tweet 7 (CTA/Takeaway):
Competitor analysis isn’t a one-time task—it’s a mindset. 🔄
Track, learn, and adapt continuously to stay ahead.
Start today: pick ONE competitor and analyze them deeply this week. Your next big move depends on it. 🚀
Or to be more specific:
Pro tips
Specify the tone (educational, storytelling, bold, contrarian) for clarity.
Ask for multiple hook options to start the thread strong.
Request formatting tips (line breaks, emojis, spacing) for readability.
Add a CTA style (follow me, reply, click, share) to maximize engagement.
