Struggling to get your business coaching community talking about shared articles? These ready-to-use Article Conversation templates are crafted to drive dialogue, spark insights, and help your members form meaningful connections around editorial content.
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Article Conversation posts tap into the power of shared learning and reflection. By introducing thought-provoking content and prompting members to share opinions, you encourage deeper engagement and foster a sense of belonging. Highlighting key takeaways or controversial points creates a safe space for diverse perspectives, making members feel heard and valued.
This approach also leverages social learning principles. When members see others reflecting on content, they are more likely to participate themselves. Over time, this builds trust, enhances critical thinking, and transforms passive readers into active contributors.
After reading the article on leadership habits, what was your biggest takeaway?
💡 Example: "After reading the article on leadership habits, what was your biggest takeaway?"
This article suggests daily journaling boosts business success. Do you agree or disagree?
💡 Example: "This article suggests daily journaling boosts business success. Do you agree or disagree?"
What challenged your thinking the most in this piece on overcoming failure?
💡 Example: "What challenged your thinking the most in this piece on overcoming failure?"
Share one actionable tip from the article you plan to implement this week.
💡 Example: "Share one actionable tip from the article you plan to implement this week."
The author claims time blocking is essential for productivity. What is your experience?
💡 Example: "The author claims time blocking is essential for productivity. What is your experience?"
Which quote from the article resonated with you most and why?
💡 Example: "Which quote from the article resonated with you most and why?"
How does this article's perspective on networking differ from your own?
💡 Example: "How does this article's perspective on networking differ from your own?"
If you could ask the article's author one question, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If you could ask the article's author one question, what would it be?"
Do you agree with the article's approach to handling client objections? Why or why not?
💡 Example: "Do you agree with the article's approach to handling client objections? Why or why not?"
What would you add to the list of success habits discussed in the article?
💡 Example: "What would you add to the list of success habits discussed in the article?"
The article mentions imposter syndrome. How do you relate to this in your coaching journey?
💡 Example: "The article mentions imposter syndrome. How do you relate to this in your coaching journey?"
What is one thing you disagree with in this article and why?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you disagree with in this article and why?"
Have you tried any strategies from the article? Share your results.
💡 Example: "Have you tried any strategies from the article? Share your results."
Which part of the article surprised you most?
💡 Example: "Which part of the article surprised you most?"
Would you recommend this article to a fellow coach? Why or why not?
💡 Example: "Would you recommend this article to a fellow coach? Why or why not?"
The article lists common coaching mistakes. Which have you faced and how did you handle them?
💡 Example: "The article lists common coaching mistakes. Which have you faced and how did you handle them?"
What new idea did this article spark for your business?
💡 Example: "What new idea did this article spark for your business?"
How do you see yourself applying one concept from this article?
💡 Example: "How do you see yourself applying one concept from this article?"
Did the article change your perspective on business growth? Share your thoughts.
💡 Example: "Did the article change your perspective on business growth? Share your thoughts."
Which statistic from the article stood out and why do you think it matters?
💡 Example: "Which statistic from the article stood out and why do you think it matters?"
After reading, what action will you take in your coaching practice?
💡 Example: "After reading, what action will you take in your coaching practice?"
The article highlights resilience. How do you foster this in your clients?
💡 Example: "The article highlights resilience. How do you foster this in your clients?"
What question would you pose to the group after reading this article?
💡 Example: "What question would you pose to the group after reading this article?"
Which client scenario from the article have you encountered before?
💡 Example: "Which client scenario from the article have you encountered before?"
Does the article's advice match your own coaching philosophy?
💡 Example: "Does the article's advice match your own coaching philosophy?"
Share an example of how you overcame a challenge similar to the one in the article.
💡 Example: "Share an example of how you overcame a challenge similar to the one in the article."
What would you do differently than the expert in the article?
💡 Example: "What would you do differently than the expert in the article?"
The article mentions building trust. What strategies have worked for you?
💡 Example: "The article mentions building trust. What strategies have worked for you?"
Is there a bias in the article? If so, how would you address it?
💡 Example: "Is there a bias in the article? If so, how would you address it?"
Which resource from the article will you explore further?
💡 Example: "Which resource from the article will you explore further?"
How would you explain this article's main idea to a new coach?
💡 Example: "How would you explain this article's main idea to a new coach?"
Did the article inspire you to try something new? What is it?
💡 Example: "Did the article inspire you to try something new? What is it?"
What do you wish the article covered that it left out?
💡 Example: "What do you wish the article covered that it left out?"
How realistic are the strategies suggested in the article for your business?
💡 Example: "How realistic are the strategies suggested in the article for your business?"
What would you tell a client who is skeptical about the article's advice?
💡 Example: "What would you tell a client who is skeptical about the article's advice?"
Did you find the article's tone motivating or discouraging?
💡 Example: "Did you find the article's tone motivating or discouraging?"
What is your favorite framework mentioned in the article and how do you use it?
💡 Example: "What is your favorite framework mentioned in the article and how do you use it?"
How would you adapt the article's advice for a different industry?
💡 Example: "How would you adapt the article's advice for a different industry?"
Which part of the article do you think is most controversial and why?
💡 Example: "Which part of the article do you think is most controversial and why?"
Share a resource that complements this article's topic.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that complements this article's topic."
What mindset shift does the article encourage? Have you experienced this shift?
💡 Example: "What mindset shift does the article encourage? Have you experienced this shift?"
How would you summarize the article in one sentence?
💡 Example: "How would you summarize the article in one sentence?"
To use these templates, select an article relevant to your business coaching community and pair it with a template prompt. Summarize the main points, then post the question or reflection prompt to encourage discussion. Rotate between direct questions, opinion asks, and actionable takeaways to keep conversations fresh and engaging. Tag or mention members who might have unique perspectives to boost participation.
Since these templates are for all platforms, keep your posts concise and visually clear for easy reading on mobile and desktop. Use formatting tools like bold or bullet points to highlight questions or key ideas. Adjust post timing to match when your community is most active, and monitor replies to encourage respectful and thoughtful dialogue.
They provide clear prompts that encourage members to reflect, share opinions, and discuss key ideas from shared articles.
Yes, these templates are designed to pair with a wide range of business coaching articles and editorial content.
For best results, post 1-2 times per week to maintain regular engagement without overwhelming members.
Tag specific members, rephrase the question for clarity, or share your own answer to model engagement and encourage participation.
Absolutely. These prompts are suited for all major community platforms, including forums, chats, and groups.
Yes, a brief summary provides context and makes it easier for members to join the conversation, even if they have not read the full article.
Use open-ended questions, invite diverse viewpoints, and create a respectful environment for all opinions.