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

[Attention-Grabbing Title]

Reading time: [X] minutes Published: [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]

Author: [Name] | Updated: [Date] | [X] min read

[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]

Expert Quote: "[Quote]" — [Source]

[Section 2: Deep Dive]

[Analysis, examples, case studies]

[Section 3: Application]

[How-to, practical steps, implementation]

Step 1: [Action] [Details]

Step 2: [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

Difficulty: [Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced] Time Required: [Estimate] What You'll Need: [Prerequisites]

Overview

[Brief description of what reader will accomplish]

Before You Start

• [Prerequisite 1]
• [Prerequisite 2]

Step 1: [Action Verb + Task]

[Detailed instructions]

![Step 1 Screenshot/Image placeholder]

Tip: [Helpful tip for this step]

Step 2: [Action Verb + Task]

[Detailed instructions]

⚠️ Warning: [Common mistake to avoid]

Step 3: [Action Verb + Task]

[Detailed instructions]

Troubleshooting

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]

1. [Item Name]

Best for: [Use case]

[Description - what it is and why it's included]

Key Features:

• [Feature 1]
• [Feature 2]

Pros: [Benefits] Cons: [Drawbacks]

2. [Item Name]

[Same structure...]

Comparison Table

Conclusion

[Summary of recommendations by use case]

Research Output

Topic Research Brief

Research Brief: [Topic]

Overview

Topic: [Subject] Target Audience: [Who] Content Goal: [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

Expert Quotes

"[Quote]" — [Expert Name], [Title/Company]

Common Questions (FAQ Potential)

1. [Question 1]?
2. [Question 2]?
3. [Question 3]?

Competitor Content Analysis

Recommended Angle

[Unique perspective or approach to differentiate]

Keywords

Primary: [main keyword] Secondary: [keyword 2], [keyword 3] Long-tail: [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: First sentence should grab attention

• Be specific: Data > vague claims

• Use examples: Make abstract concrete

• Break it up: 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