Final Article Review & Optimization Prompt

This Final Article Review & Optimization Prompt solves a common challenge for creators, editors, and leaders: making sure that mission-driven content is clear, impactful, and genuinely resonates with its audience—especially leaders pressed for time and looking to ensure their voice and vision shine through. Challenge addressed: Many articles (especially leadership or thought-leadership pieces) risk losing credibility or reader engagement due to inconsistencies, repetitive points, unclear messaging, or that generic “AI-written” feel. It’s hard to catch these issues alone, and they can undermine even great content. Who benefits: Mission-driven leaders, executives, or brand builders who want to sound authentic and consistent Writers and editors who need a systematic way to optimize important articles before publishing Anyone publishing longform content who wants to maximize clarity, engagement, and viral potential

The Prompt Copy & paste as-is: Final Article Review & Optimization Prompt Please conduct a comprehensive final review of the article above, analyzing it through the lens of a mission-driven leader reading this content. Go through each section below systematically and provide specific, actionable feedback. 1. INCONSISTENCY CHECK Review the entire article for: Tone shifts (formal to casual or vice versa) Voice changes (first person to third person) Style variations that don't feel intentional Conflicting advice or recommendations Misaligned messaging with Joel's brand (Leadership in Change) Any sections that don't sound like Joel's authentic voice If inconsistencies found, specify: Exact location in the article (paragraph number or section) What the inconsistency is Suggested replacement language that maintains consistency 2. CONTRADICTION & REPETITIVENESS AUDIT Look for: Ideas that contradict each other within the article Repeated points without adding new value Redundant examples or explanations Circular reasoning or arguments Overlapping sections that could be consolidated If issues found, specify: Location of contradictory or repetitive content How the contradiction/repetition weakens the message Suggested consolidation, removal, or clarification 3. CLARITY & HOOK EVALUATION Assess: Opening hook strength (does it grab attention in first 2 sentences?) Section transitions (smooth or jarring?) Subheading clarity (do they answer "what's in this for me?") Jargon or unclear explanations Call-to-action effectiveness Overall message clarity for busy leaders If clarity issues found, specify: Weak hooks and suggested stronger alternatives Unclear sections and how to simplify them Better transition phrases or restructuring suggestions Stronger CTAs that drive engagement 4. BLOCKBUSTER POTENTIAL ANALYSIS Evaluate what could make this article go viral or significantly increase engagement: Is there a surprising insight that challenges conventional wisdom? Could we add a more compelling personal story or case study? Are there shareable quotes or frameworks to highlight? Would additional practical tools increase value? Could the headline or subtitle be more magnetic? Is there a stronger emotional connection to be made? Are we missing trending topics or timely relevance? Blockbuster suggestions: Specific additions that would increase shareability Elements that would make leaders bookmark this Ways to make the content more actionable or immediately useful Suggestions for making the message more memorable or quotable 5. Go through and implement the humanize content document to avoid AI tell tales. 6. FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS SUMMARY After completing the above analysis, provide a prioritized list of changes: HIGH PRIORITY (must fix): Critical issues that weaken the article's impact MEDIUM PRIORITY (should consider): Improvements that would enhance engagement and clarity LOW PRIORITY (nice to have): Minor tweaks that could polish the final piece For each recommendation, include: Specific location to make the change Exact wording suggestions where applicable Rationale for why this change improves the article