The #1 reason your AI content falls flat
And how to fix it
Most people blame AI when their content feels generic. But here’s the truth: AI isn’t the problem—your prompts are.
If you’re giving vague instructions, you’ll get bland results. Want sharper, bolder, more engaging content? It starts with how you ask.
Here’s how to prompt like a pro and make AI work for you (not against you). 👇
⚠️ Mistake #1: “Make this better.”
Better how?! More clear? More spicy? More emotional?
✅ Instead, be specific about what “better” means:
→ “Make this bolder and high-energy.” If your content feels flat, ask AI to rewrite it with a sense of urgency and excitement. Example: “Rewrite this intro to sound more confident and action-driven, like a motivational speaker.”
→ “Add sensory details that make it pop.” Want your writing to feel more vivid? Example: “Make this description more immersive by adding sounds, textures, and emotions.”
→ “Trigger curiosity + emotion in this rewrite.” If the text doesn’t hook readers, tell AI exactly what you need: “Rewrite this so it teases an answer without revealing it upfront, making people want to keep reading.”
If your prompt is vague, your results will be too.
⚠️ Mistake #2: “Rewrite this.”
Rewrite what?! And for who?!
✅ Instead, guide AI with a clear purpose:
→ “Make this more persuasive and snappy.” If your writing feels wordy, ask AI to tighten it up: “Rewrite this to be punchy, like an ad headline that makes people take action immediately.”
→ “Turn this into a one-liner people can’t forget.” Need something memorable? Try: “Condense this into a short, catchy sentence that sticks in people’s heads, like a brand slogan.”
→ “Rewrite this to grab attention in 2 seconds.” If the intro is weak, tell AI exactly what you need: “Make this first sentence impossible to ignore—start with a shocking fact, a bold statement, or a direct question.”
AI isn’t a mind reader. The clearer you are, the stronger your results.
⚠️ Mistake #3: “List 5 ideas.”
You’ll get 5 basic, snooze-worthy ideas.
✅ Instead, push AI to think differently:
→ “Give me 5 fresh, spicy content angles nobody’s using.” Example: “Brainstorm 5 content angles about AI in marketing that are fresh, surprising, and not overused.”
→ “Brainstorm hooks that slap, not shake hands.” Hooks should stop people in their tracks. Example: “Give me 5 hook ideas that make people pause and think, using bold statements or counterintuitive insights.”
→ “Mash up [topic] with [trend] for a viral twist.” Example: “Combine AI-powered content strategy with the rise of short-form video trends. How would they work together?”
⚠️ Mistake #4: “Summarize this.”
Summarize… or make it scroll-stopping?!
✅ Instead, tell AI the style and impact you want:
→ “Summarize this with a bold hot take.” If the content feels too neutral, make it opinionated: “Rewrite this summary with a contrarian angle that sparks debate.”
→ “Turn this into a relatable, viral-style story.” Example: “Summarize this with a personal anecdote or a ‘lessons learned’ framework that makes it feel human and shareable.”
→ “Frame this as a TED Talk opener that grabs attention.” If you need something more engaging, try: “Make this summary feel like the opening of a TED Talk—start with a shocking fact or a compelling question.”
⚠️ Mistake #5: “Give me more.”
More what?! More words? More fluff? More impact?!
✅ Instead, specify what you need more of:
→ “Expand this with juicy, real-life examples.” AI’s first draft might be generic. Fix it by asking: “Add two specific case studies that illustrate this point in action.”
→ “Make this spicier with unconventional takes.” Want something bold? Example: “Rewrite this with an opinion that challenges the status quo.”
→ “Explain this like I’m 10 for max clarity.” If it’s too complex, simplify: “Break this down step-by-step, using analogies a 10-year-old would understand.”
AI Isn’t the Problem—Your Prompts Are
AI doesn’t replace creativity—it amplifies it.
Try one of these prompt tweaks today and see the difference. Then hit reply and tell me which one worked best.