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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How to use this prompt safely
How should a small business owner use this prompt?
Paste the prompt into ChatGPT, Claude, or another AI assistant, then replace the bracketed details with your real social promo post context before sending it to a customer, lead, or team member.
What should I check before using the output?
Review names, dates, prices, commitments, and any policy-sensitive claims before publishing or sending the AI output. Treat the prompt as a working draft generator, not a final approval step.
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