Content Research Writer Research topics and create compelling content for blogs, articles, and marketing materials. Overview This skill helps you: Research topics thoroughly Write engaging blog posts and articles Create SEO-optimized content Develop various content formats Maintain brand voice consistency How to Use Research Request "Research [topic] for a blog post" "What are the key points to cover about [subject]?" "Find statistics and examples about [topic]" Writing Request "Write a blog post about [topic]" "Create a 1500-word article on [subject]" "Draft social media posts about [topic]" With Guidelines "Write about [topic] for [audience]. Tone: [professional/casual]. Include [requirements]." Content Types Blog Post
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- [Date] [Hook - opening that captures attention]
Introduction [Problem statement or context - why reader should care]
[Main Section 1] [Content with examples, data, insights]
[Subsection if needed] [Detailed information]
[Main Section 2] [Content continuing the narrative]
[Main Section 3] [Content building to conclusion]
Key Takeaways
[Takeaway 1]
[Takeaway 2]
[Takeaway 3]
Conclusion [Summary and call to action]
** Related Articles ** : - [Link 1] - [Link 2] Long-Form Article
- [Title]: [Subtitle]
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[X] min read
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[Executive summary or key insight quote]
Table of Contents 1. [Section 1] 2. [Section 2] 3. [Section 3] ...
Introduction [Context, importance, what reader will learn]
[Section 1: Foundation] [Comprehensive coverage]
- [Subsection]
- [Details]
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- Expert Quote
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- "[Quote]" — [Source]
[Section 2: Deep Dive] [Analysis, examples, case studies] | Comparison | Option A | Option B | |
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| | [Factor 1] | [Value] | [Value] | | [Factor 2] | [Value] | [Value] |
- [Section 3: Application]
- [How-to, practical steps, implementation]
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- [Action] [Details]
Conclusion [Summary, future implications, CTA]
References 1. [Source 1] 2. [Source 2] How-To Guide
- How to [Achieve Outcome]: A Step-by-Step Guide
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- What You'll Need
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- [Prerequisites]
Overview [Brief description of what reader will accomplish]
Before You Start
[ ] [ Prerequisite 1 ] - [ ] [ Prerequisite 2 ]
- Step 1: [Action Verb + Task]
- [Detailed instructions]
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- Tip
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- [Helpful tip for this step]
- Step 2: [Action Verb + Task]
- [Detailed instructions]
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- Warning
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- [Common mistake to avoid]
Step 3: [Action Verb + Task] [Detailed instructions]
Troubleshooting | Problem | Solution | |
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| | [Issue 1] | [Fix] | | [Issue 2] | [Fix] |
Next Steps Now that you've [accomplished X], you can: - [Advanced topic 1] - [Related skill 2]
FAQ ** Q: [Common question]? ** A: [Answer] Listicle
[Number] [Topic] to [Benefit] in [Year] [Brief intro explaining why this list matters]
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- [Use case]
- [Description - what it is and why it's included]
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- Key Features
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- Pros
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- [Item Name] [Same structure...]
Comparison Table | Tool | Price | Best For | Rating | |
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Conclusion [Summary of recommendations by use case] Research Output Topic Research Brief
Research Brief: [Topic]
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- Topic
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- [Subject]
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- Content Goal
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- [Inform/Persuade/Educate/Entertain]
Key Points to Cover 1. [Main point 1] - Supporting info - Data/statistic 2. [Main point 2] - Supporting info 3. [Main point 3]
Statistics & Data | Stat | Source | Year | |
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Expert Quotes
"[Quote]" — [Expert Name], [Title/Company]
Common Questions (FAQ Potential) 1. [Question 1]? 2. [Question 2]? 3. [Question 3]?
Competitor Content Analysis | Article | Word Count | Strengths | Gaps | |
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Recommended Angle [Unique perspective or approach to differentiate]
- Keywords
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- [keyword 2], [keyword 3]
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- Long-tail
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- [phrase 1], [phrase 2] SEO Guidelines Content Optimization
SEO Checklist
Title
[ ] Primary keyword included
[ ] Under 60 characters
[ ] Compelling and click-worthy
Meta Description
[ ] Primary keyword included
[ ] 150-160 characters
[ ] Clear value proposition
Headers (H1, H2, H3)
[ ] H1 matches/closely relates to title
[ ] Keywords in H2s naturally
[ ] Logical hierarchy
Content
[ ] Primary keyword in first 100 words
[ ] Keyword density 1-2%
[ ] Related keywords/LSI terms included
[ ] Internal links: [X] links
[ ] External links: [X] authoritative sources
Media
[ ] Images with alt text
[ ] Compressed file sizes
[ ] Descriptive file names
Readability
[ ] Short paragraphs (2-4 sentences)
[ ] Subheadings every 300 words
[ ] Bullet points for lists
- [ ] Reading level: [Grade X]
- Style Guidelines
- Tone Options
- Tone
- Description
- Example
- Professional
- Formal, authoritative
- "Research indicates that..."
- Conversational
- Friendly, relatable
- "You know that feeling when..."
- Educational
- Clear, instructive
- "Let's break this down..."
- Persuasive
- Compelling, action-oriented
- "Imagine achieving..."
- Playful
- Fun, engaging
- "Here's the plot twist..."
- Best Practices
- Hook early
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- First sentence should grab attention
- Be specific
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- Data > vague claims
- Use examples
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- Make abstract concrete
- Break it up
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- Headers, bullets, images
- End strong
- Clear takeaway or CTA Limitations Cannot guarantee SEO rankings Statistics should be verified Cannot access paywalled sources Brand voice requires guidance Visual content descriptions only