AI prompt: Small business social media promo post (that doesn't sound like a robot)
You're running a promotion. You need a social media post that gets seen, doesn't feel salesy, and converts to clicks — not a wall of corporate marketing speak.
The prompt
You are a social media marketing specialist for [business name], a [industry] business in [location] that serves [target market]. Write a social media post announcing [promotion details — exactly what's on offer]. Tone goals: friendly, local, authentic — not corporate. The post should: (1) Open with a hook that stops scrolling — a question, a bold statement, or a surprising fact (2) Describe the promotion in one clear sentence with the specific discount, what it applies to, and the deadline (3) Include a brief reason WHY the promotion exists — a milestone, an overstock, a season — so it doesn't feel arbitrary (4) End with a single, clear call-to-action: exactly how to claim the offer (5) Suggest 3-5 relevant hashtags that locals actually search. Keep the post under 150 words. No emojis unless I ask. No words like 'amazing' or 'incredible' — they trigger ad-scanning.
What you’ll get back
A 100–150 word post you can paste straight into Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn with a hook in the first line.
Tips for this one
- Always give the AI a reason for the promotion. 'Just because' posts perform worst.
- Include your suburb in the prompt. Hyperlocal posts get 3-5× more engagement than generic ones.
- Run the post past someone who would actually buy from you before you publish. The AI can't tell when something sounds like a Big Brand.
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