Tired of trying to spark lively discussions in your copywriting community? Quick Discussion templates make it easy to start fast, relevant conversations that everyone can join. Use these ready-to-go prompts to break the ice and keep your members talking.
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Quick Discussion posts work because they lower the barrier to participation. Members are far more likely to engage when a prompt is short, timely, and easy to reply to without overthinking. These templates focus on trending topics and bite-sized questions, which encourage even the busiest or shyest members to chime in.
This content type taps into curiosity and the desire for instant feedback. Because the prompts feel spontaneous and informal, people are comfortable sharing their thoughts quickly. Regular Quick Discussions also create a habit of interaction, making your copywriting community feel active and approachable.
What copywriting trend has caught your eye this week?
💡 Example: "What copywriting trend has caught your eye this week? AI headlines, anyone?"
Share the last headline that made you stop scrolling.
💡 Example: "Share the last headline that made you stop scrolling. Let's see what works!"
Short form or long form - which do you prefer writing?
💡 Example: "Short form or long form - which do you prefer writing? Quick poll!"
What's one word you avoid in your copy?
💡 Example: "What's one word you avoid in your copy? Mine is 'synergy.'"
Describe your copywriting style in three words.
💡 Example: "Describe your copywriting style in three words. I'll go first: punchy, clear, bold!"
Hot take: Is AI a threat or a tool for copywriters?
💡 Example: "Hot take: Is AI a threat or a tool for copywriters? Sound off!"
What was the hardest copy project you ever worked on?
💡 Example: "What was the hardest copy project you ever worked on? Share your story!"
Emoji check: How do you feel about writing sales pages today?
💡 Example: "Emoji check: How do you feel about writing sales pages today? 😅🔥"
What's your go-to source for copywriting inspiration?
💡 Example: "What's your go-to source for copywriting inspiration? Blogs, books, people?"
Quick poll: Do you write better in the morning or at night?
💡 Example: "Quick poll: Do you write better in the morning or at night? Vote below!"
Finish this sentence: Good copy is...
💡 Example: "Finish this sentence: Good copy is... simple and persuasive."
What's your favorite call-to-action phrase?
💡 Example: "What's your favorite call-to-action phrase? Mine is 'Get started now.'"
Have you ever used humor in your copy? How did it go?
💡 Example: "Have you ever used humor in your copy? How did it go? Share your story!"
What's one copywriting myth you wish would disappear?
💡 Example: "What's one copywriting myth you wish would disappear? Let's debunk them!"
Quick tip swap: Share a tip for overcoming writer's block.
💡 Example: "Quick tip swap: Share a tip for overcoming writer's block. I'll start: take a walk."
Do you outline before writing copy or just dive in?
💡 Example: "Do you outline before writing copy or just dive in? Curious what works for you."
Name a brand with copy you admire.
💡 Example: "Name a brand with copy you admire. I love Mailchimp's tone."
What's the best copy advice you ever got?
💡 Example: "What's the best copy advice you ever got? Share below!"
How do you handle tough feedback from clients?
💡 Example: "How do you handle tough feedback from clients? Any tips?"
What copywriting tool could you not live without?
💡 Example: "What copywriting tool could you not live without? Google Docs for me."
One word: What does great copy need most?
💡 Example: "One word: What does great copy need most? Clarity."
Who is your copywriting hero?
💡 Example: "Who is your copywriting hero? Mine is David Ogilvy."
Quick debate: Does grammar matter more than voice?
💡 Example: "Quick debate: Does grammar matter more than voice? Thoughts?"
What was the last copywriting book you read?
💡 Example: "What was the last copywriting book you read? I just finished 'Made to Stick.'"
How do you keep your copy fresh when writing about the same topic?
💡 Example: "How do you keep your copy fresh when writing about the same topic? Looking for ideas."
Do you prefer writing for B2B or B2C? Why?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer writing for B2B or B2C? Why? Curious to see your answers."
What's your biggest copywriting pet peeve?
💡 Example: "What's your biggest copywriting pet peeve? Mine is jargon overload."
How do you celebrate finishing a big project?
💡 Example: "How do you celebrate finishing a big project? Pizza? Nap?"
Flash poll: Do you edit as you write or after?
💡 Example: "Flash poll: Do you edit as you write or after? Vote below!"
What's the wildest feedback a client has ever given you?
💡 Example: "What's the wildest feedback a client has ever given you? Let's hear them!"
If you could write copy for any brand, who would it be?
💡 Example: "If you could write copy for any brand, who would it be? I'd pick Nike."
Do you use templates or write from scratch?
💡 Example: "Do you use templates or write from scratch? What works for you?"
Share your top tip for writing irresistible subject lines.
💡 Example: "Share your top tip for writing irresistible subject lines. I'll go first: use curiosity."
How do you research before starting a new project?
💡 Example: "How do you research before starting a new project? Any tools you swear by?"
What's your favorite copywriting formula?
💡 Example: "What's your favorite copywriting formula? I use AIDA a lot."
What's the weirdest place you've found copy inspiration?
💡 Example: "What's the weirdest place you've found copy inspiration? Bathroom signs for me."
Rapid fire: Oxford comma - love it or leave it?
💡 Example: "Rapid fire: Oxford comma - love it or leave it? Comment below!"
How do you stay updated on copywriting trends?
💡 Example: "How do you stay updated on copywriting trends? Podcasts? Newsletters?"
What's your favorite way to break up writer's block?
💡 Example: "What's your favorite way to break up writer's block? Coffee walk?"
Would you rather write copy for web or print?
💡 Example: "Would you rather write copy for web or print? Why?"
What's the most important skill for a copywriter today?
💡 Example: "What's the most important skill for a copywriter today? Adaptability?"
Pick a template that fits recent industry news or your members' current interests. Post it at a time when your community is most active for maximum visibility. Encourage replies by liking, replying, or tagging friendly members to jumpstart the conversation. Rotate topics and styles to keep things fresh, and use community feedback to refine which prompts perform best.
Quick Discussions are perfect for all platforms, including forums, Slack, Facebook Groups, Discord, and LinkedIn. Use platform tools like polls, pinned posts, or reactions to make participation even easier. On fast-moving platforms, consider posting during peak hours for more visibility.
These templates are designed to help you frame targeted questions like 'What yields better conversions—long-form sales pages or concise landing copy?' or 'Share your best short-form headline that outperformed a lengthy email.' Leveraging industry-specific debates encourages engagement from both experienced copywriters and newcomers, fostering nuanced conversations about copy length, clarity, and context.
Use the Quick Discussion templates to prompt members to share their biggest surprises from split-testing headlines, CTAs, or lead-ins. For example, post: 'What’s the most unexpected result you’ve seen from an A/B copy test?' This encourages sharing of real data, case studies, and insights about what works and what doesn’t in various copywriting scenarios.
Absolutely. Adapt the templates to pose questions like 'What’s your go-to question when a client’s brief is too vague?' or 'How do you diplomatically push back when the client’s requested tone doesn’t match the brand?' This helps members share strategies for navigating client relationships and brief clarifications—a common challenge in copywriting.
Customize the templates to ask platform-specific questions, such as 'What’s your biggest struggle when adapting a campaign from email to Instagram?' or 'How do you tweak your messaging for landing pages versus Facebook ads?' This drives targeted discussions about adapting voice, length, and structure for diverse media.
Incorporate compliance-focused prompts like 'How do you balance creativity with compliance when writing health or finance copy?' or 'Share your best tip for ensuring your sales pages meet legal requirements.' This helps group members learn from each other's experiences navigating regulatory hurdles unique to copywriting.
Try prompts such as, 'What unconventional methods have helped you break through copywriter’s block?' or 'How do you keep your creative energy high during tight client deadlines?' These Quick Discussion posts create a support network for writers facing industry-specific pressures and creative lulls.
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