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🐙 The "Inbox Magician" Prompt
let AI write newsletters for you
Hey there, solopreneur!
Be honest:
How many half-written newsletters are gathering digital dust in your drafts folder right now?
You know that email newsletters are one of the most powerful tools in your marketing arsenal.
But let's face it:
Crafting compelling newsletters that actually get opened and clicked is easier said than done.
Between writer's block, lack of time, and the constant pressure to churn out fresh content, it's no wonder most solopreneurs struggle to stay consistent with their emails.
Luckily, there's a new sheriff in town — and its name is AI.
"AI will not replace writers. But writers who use AI will replace those who don't."
Today, I'm thrilled to share my top-secret AI weapon for crafting newsletters that build authority with your audience and convert: The "Inbox Magician" Prompt.
This fill-in-the-blank template uses the tried-and-true Problem-Agitate-Solution (PAS) copywriting framework to generate highly persuasive, emotionally engaging newsletters in minutes.
You’ll learn:
The astonishing power of email newsletters and why they're non-negotiable for solopreneurs
My battle-tested "Inbox Magician" Prompt for effortlessly generating high-converting newsletters
Real-world examples of how to customize the prompt for your unique audience and offers
Let’s. Dive. In. 🤿
How I Gained 100K Followers in Under 3 Months
As someone who's built a thriving online business from scratch, I know firsthand how game-changing the right strategies can be.
After losing nearly everything in the FTX crypto collapse, I was determined to rebuild stronger than ever.
That's when I discovered the power of AI for content creation.
By leveraging AI tools and frameworks, I was able to:
Create a week's worth of high-quality content in just 1 hour
Skyrocket my audience growth to 100K followers in 65 days
Generate content that authentically resonated with my ideal audience
The results were so transformative that I knew I had to share my strategies with fellow solopreneurs.
And so, The AI Audience Accelerator was born.
In a world where social media algorithms change faster than you can say "shadowban," email newsletters are the ultimate way to take back control of your audience relationships.
Unlike fleeting social media posts that disappear into the void, newsletters land directly in your subscribers' sacred inboxes.
THEY’RE INTIMATE, 1-ON-1 CONVERSATIONS THAT ALLOW YOU TO:
Get to know your audience on a deeper level and tailor your content to their specific needs and desires
Show off your unique personality and build genuine, "know-like-trust" connections
Promote your latest offers and drive sales without feeling salesy or spammy
But that's not all.
As a solopreneur, your newsletter is your homebase.
It's the one place where you have your audience's undivided attention, without any pesky algorithms or distractions getting in the way.
That's why you should treat each newsletter like a mini-product, pouring your heart and soul into making it an irresistible showcase of your authority, personality, and expertise.
By consistently delivering newsletters that are:
Insanely valuable (packing in juicy tips and insights your readers can't find anywhere else)
Hyper-relevant (speaking directly to your audience's unique pain points and desires)
Emotionally engaging (using the power of storytelling to forge real, human connections)
...you'll build an owned audience of true fans who can't wait to open your emails and buy whatever you're selling.
But here's the catch:
Your subscribers' inboxes are more crowded than LA traffic during rush hour.
To stand out in a sea of lookalike newsletters, you can't just slap together a few generic paragraphs and call it a day.
But with AI now in your corner, crafting outrageously engaging newsletters is a whole lot easier.
By using a proven copywriting formula like PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solution) as your trusty guide...
And plugging your audience insights into my "Inbox Magician" Prompt...
You can generate highly persuasive, personalized newsletters that practically write themselves.
I’ll show you how…
The “Inbox Magician” Prompt
Ready to whip up newsletters that turn subscribers into superfans and casual readers into raving buyers?
Just plug your audience and offer intel into this fill-in-the-blanks template:
I need help outlining a valuable email newsletter about the following topic:
[TOPIC].
The newsletter is designed for the following type of person:
[AUDIENCE PAIN POINTS AND DESIRES].
Please use the Problem-Agitate-Solution (PAS) copywriting framework to structure the newsletter:
Problem:
Highlight their pain points and desires around the topic
Make them feel understood and empathize with their struggle
Use a relatable analogy or story to illustrate the problem
Agitate:
Describe why the problem is so frustrating and the negative consequences it leads to
Use emotional language to intensify their need for a solution
Paint a vivid picture of how their life or business is affected by not solving the problem
Solution:
Provide 3-5 actionable tips, strategies, or solutions to help them overcome the problem and achieve their desired outcome
Explain how each tip works and the benefits of implementing it
Use a clear analogy to make the solution easy to understand and apply
[OPTIONAL: Briefly mention a relevant offer and its key benefits]
In the newsletter outline, include the following elements:
• 3 attention-grabbing headline ideas that spark curiosity and make them want to open the email
• 3 corresponding subtitles
• An engaging opening hook that connects with the reader and makes them feel like you understand their world
• Subheadings for each main point to make the content easy to scan and digest
• 2-3 specific examples, analogies, or personal anecdotes to illustrate the tips and make them memorable
• A clear call-to-action at the end, encouraging them to implement the solution or [OPTIONAL: check out my paid offer]
Write the entire newsletter outline in a helpful, friendly tone that resonates with the audience and builds a genuine connection.
HOW TO USE THE INBOX MAGICIAN PROMPT:
Replace [TOPIC] with your newsletter's specific subject.
Example: "3 copywriting tips to drive more views on Twitter"
Fill in [AUDIENCE PAIN POINTS AND DESIRES] with your target subscriber persona.
Example: "Solopreneurs who struggle to consistently create content and who want to attract more attention to their offer and brand"
Press enter and watch Claude (or ChatGPT) work it’s magic.
Here’s the output it gave me based on the examples inputs I wrote above:
Remember: this is just the outline.
But I’m consistently impressed with the ideas and angles this prompt gives me.
And yes, in case you’re wondering, I leverage this prompt ALL THE TIME for the outlining the very newsletter you’re currently reading :)
WHAT YOU LEARNED TODAY
The astonishing power of email newsletters and why they're non-negotiable for solopreneurs
My battle-tested "Inbox Magician" Prompt for effortlessly generating high-converting newsletters
Real-world examples of how to customize the prompt for your unique audience and offers
So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by writing your newsletter, take this prompt for a spin.
I can’t stress enough how much time and brainpower this bad boy saves me.
And remember, the more you use AI tools like this, the easier and more natural it becomes.
Soon, you'll be whipping up newsletters faster than I devour some goulash once I break this 7-day water fast.
Keep diving,
Ole
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P.P.S. — Don't have an audience to sell to yet?
No problem.
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