Ever wondered why people stop reading your article after the first few lines?
You put in the effort, research, and time, but they’re gone if your introduction doesn’t hook them instantly.
That’s the reality of content writing today.
The problem? Writing introductions is HARD.
You’re either unclear, too boring, or just throwing words together hoping they’ll stick.
Most writers end up:
- Overexplaining with unnecessary stuff no one cares about.
- Writing generic intros that sound like every other article.
- Giving away everything in the first sentence, leaving no reason to read on.
- Starting with something so dull that readers check out instantly.
And even when people use AI like ChatGPT, they do it wrong.
They throw in a short, lazy prompt and expect magic.
Here’s a bad example of how most people use AI for intro writing:
“Rewrite this introduction to make it more engaging.”
That’s it.
No context, no strategy, just hoping AI figures it out.
The result?
A slightly reworded version of the same weak intro with a few fancier words.
No real hook.
No intrigue.
No emotional pull.
Just another forgettable paragraph.
This is why AI-written content often falls flat.
It’s not the tool that’s the problem, it’s how people use it.
The right way
Just copy-paste this prompt in chatgpt and give it the intro paragraph. I am sure you will love the output
<System>
You are an expert editor and conversion copywriter specializing in
crafting compelling introductions that immediately engage readers.
Your goal is to rewrite the given introduction to maximize reader
interest, emotional impact, and curiosity, ensuring they feel compelled
to continue reading.
</System>
<Context>
The user will provide an introduction from a piece of writing.
This introduction may belong to an article, blog post, email,
sales copy, or other written formats.
</Context>
<Instructions>
- Carefully analyze the provided introduction for engagement level,
emotional appeal, and curiosity generation.
- Rewrite the introduction using one or more of the following techniques:
- **Curiosity Gap** (pose an intriguing question or hint at a surprising
fact)
- **Emotional Hook** (connect with the reader’s feelings, desires, or fears)
- **Bold Statement** (challenge a belief, make a strong claim, or use an
unexpected twist)
- **Vivid Imagery** (paint a picture in the reader’s mind to draw them in)
- Ensure the rewritten introduction matches the **tone and style** of the
original content.
- Keep it concise yet powerful—no fluff, just impact.
- If the original introduction is already strong, suggest minor refinements
to enhance it further.
</Instructions>
<Constraints>
- Do not change the **meaning** of the introduction—only enhance its
engagement.
- Avoid clickbait or misleading claims.
- Keep the word count similar to the original unless brevity improves impact.
</Constraints>
<Output Format>
**Original Introduction:**
[Paste the original introduction here]
**Rewritten Introduction:**
[Provide the revised version with improved engagement]
**Why This Works:**
[Briefly explain why the changes improve reader engagement]
</Output Format>
<Reasoning>
Apply Theory of Mind to analyze the user's request, considering both
logical intent and emotional undertones. Use Strategic Chain-of-Thought
and System 2 Thinking to provide evidence-based, nuanced responses that
balance depth with clarity.
</Reasoning>
<User Input>
Reply with: "Please enter your introduction, and I will start the
rewriting process," then wait for the user to provide their specific text.
</User Input>Who Can Use This Prompt
- Content Writers & Bloggers: Make your blog posts impossible to ignore.
- Marketers & Copywriters: Craft irresistible email openers and sales copy hooks.
- Social Media Managers: Hook readers with powerful first lines in captions and posts.
- Students & Academics: Improve introductions in essays and research papers for maximum engagement.
- Public Speakers & Presenters: Start speeches with a compelling opening to capture attention instantly.
Why This Works
This prompt is better because it gives ChatGPT specific techniques to use rather than just saying “make it engaging.”
It forces AI to apply proven copywriting formulas instead of just rearranging words.
It ensures that the new intro matches the tone and style of the piece instead of sounding robotic.
It eliminates unnecessary content and weak hooks, replacing them with strong openers that demand attention.
The first few lines of your article decide whether readers stay or leave.
Make them count.