Starting meaningful discussions around articles can be tough for content creator communities. If you need fresh ways to spark conversations and help members share insights, these Article Conversation templates are your solution.
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Article Conversation posts work because they connect members through shared learning and reflection. By summarizing key ideas and prompting responses, you create a space for thoughtful engagement and idea exchange. This not only builds a sense of community but also encourages members to think critically, share personal opinions, and learn from others' perspectives.
Content creators are naturally curious and driven by discovery. When you highlight controversial points or surprising takeaways from articles, you invite deeper participation and help members see value in contributing. These conversations move beyond surface-level reactions, fostering genuine connections and professional growth.
Just read this article on creator burnout. Which tip did you find most helpful?
💡 Example: "Just read this article on creator burnout. Which tip did you find most helpful?"
What surprised you most about the stats in this piece on video platforms?
💡 Example: "What surprised you most about the stats in this piece on video platforms?"
Do you agree with the author's view on short-form vs long-form content?
💡 Example: "Do you agree with the author's view on short-form vs long-form content?"
Share an experience that relates to the main idea in this article.
💡 Example: "Share an experience that relates to the main idea in this article."
Which quote from this article would you highlight and why?
💡 Example: "Which quote from this article would you highlight and why?"
After reading, what questions are you left with?
💡 Example: "After reading, what questions are you left with?"
How would you apply this article's advice to your own channel or brand?
💡 Example: "How would you apply this article's advice to your own channel or brand?"
Do you think the author's predictions will come true? Why or why not?
💡 Example: "Do you think the author's predictions will come true? Why or why not?"
Tag someone whose perspective on this topic would add value.
💡 Example: "Tag someone whose perspective on this topic would add value."
What would you have added to this article if you wrote it?
💡 Example: "What would you have added to this article if you wrote it?"
Summarize the article in one sentence.
💡 Example: "Summarize the article in one sentence."
Have you faced a similar challenge as described in the article?
💡 Example: "Have you faced a similar challenge as described in the article?"
Which part of the article do you disagree with and why?
💡 Example: "Which part of the article do you disagree with and why?"
What would you ask the author if you had the chance?
💡 Example: "What would you ask the author if you had the chance?"
Does this article change your approach to content creation?
💡 Example: "Does this article change your approach to content creation?"
What is one actionable takeaway from this article?
💡 Example: "What is one actionable takeaway from this article?"
If you could sum up this article in a hashtag, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If you could sum up this article in a hashtag, what would it be?"
How does this article compare to your own experience as a creator?
💡 Example: "How does this article compare to your own experience as a creator?"
Who else should read this article and why?
💡 Example: "Who else should read this article and why?"
What is one thing you would do differently after reading this?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you would do differently after reading this?"
Do you agree with the solution proposed in the article?
💡 Example: "Do you agree with the solution proposed in the article?"
Has this article inspired any new ideas for your content?
💡 Example: "Has this article inspired any new ideas for your content?"
What is the biggest challenge you see in the article's topic?
💡 Example: "What is the biggest challenge you see in the article's topic?"
Share a resource or tool that relates to this article.
💡 Example: "Share a resource or tool that relates to this article."
What would you title this article if you had written it?
💡 Example: "What would you title this article if you had written it?"
Does this article reflect the reality of the creator economy for you?
💡 Example: "Does this article reflect the reality of the creator economy for you?"
What would you change in your workflow after reading this?
💡 Example: "What would you change in your workflow after reading this?"
Which platform do you think fits best with the article's advice?
💡 Example: "Which platform do you think fits best with the article's advice?"
How does this article challenge your assumptions?
💡 Example: "How does this article challenge your assumptions?"
Would you recommend this article to a new creator? Why or why not?
💡 Example: "Would you recommend this article to a new creator? Why or why not?"
Pick a word that sums up the article's main message.
💡 Example: "Pick a word that sums up the article's main message."
What would you do differently from the article's recommendations?
💡 Example: "What would you do differently from the article's recommendations?"
Did this article make you rethink any past decisions as a creator?
💡 Example: "Did this article make you rethink any past decisions as a creator?"
What is your favorite example or case study from the article?
💡 Example: "What is your favorite example or case study from the article?"
Did you find the article optimistic or realistic? Share your take.
💡 Example: "Did you find the article optimistic or realistic? Share your take."
How would you explain the article's main point to a beginner?
💡 Example: "How would you explain the article's main point to a beginner?"
Do you think this topic will still matter in a year?
💡 Example: "Do you think this topic will still matter in a year?"
Share one way this article challenged your thinking.
💡 Example: "Share one way this article challenged your thinking."
What headline would have caught your attention for this article?
💡 Example: "What headline would have caught your attention for this article?"
What advice from the article would you share with your audience?
💡 Example: "What advice from the article would you share with your audience?"
Choose an article relevant to your community, summarize the main points or a key quote, and paste one of these templates as your post. Encourage members to share their thoughts, experiences, or disagreements. Tag the original author if appropriate, and follow up with your own perspective to model engagement. Rotate between different prompt styles to keep discussions fresh.
These templates are designed for all major platforms. On forums or Slack, post as a new thread to invite broad participation. On Facebook, add a relevant image or snippet to catch attention. On Discord, pin the post for easy reference. Always adapt your prompt's tone to fit your community's culture.
Pick articles that are relevant, timely, and likely to spark discussion among your members. Look for pieces with strong opinions, actionable insights, or fresh perspectives.
Aim for once or twice a week to keep discussions lively without overwhelming members. Rotate with other content types to maintain engagement.
Encourage participation by tagging active members, sharing your own opinion, and following up with questions. Experiment with different prompt styles until you find what resonates.
Yes, these templates work well in newsletters, private groups, or any space where you want to foster thoughtful discussion.
Whenever possible, include both a brief summary and the article link for context. This helps members who prefer skimming and those who want to dive deeper.
Set clear guidelines for respectful conversation and step in if necessary. Encourage members to share differing views while remaining civil and constructive.
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