SEO Content Writer
What This Skill Does
Generate SEO-optimized blog articles.
Two Modes
| Mode | Input | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Mode | seo-plan output files | Have complete SEO strategy, write per calendar |
| Standalone Mode | User provides keyword | Quick single article, no full planning needed |
Mode 1: Plan Mode
Prerequisites
Have SEO plan (/seo plan):
CONTENT-CALENDAR.md- Content calendarSEO-STRATEGY.md- Keyword and topic strategy
Process
┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐
│ seo-plan │ │ │ │ │
│ output files │ ──> │ Generate │ ──> │ Markdown │
│ CONTENT-CALENDAR│ │ SEO Content │ │ blog article │
│ SEO-STRATEGY │ │ │ │ │
└─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘
Context from Plan
| Info | Source | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Target keywords | SEO-STRATEGY.md | Title, H2, body optimization |
| Topic clusters | SEO-STRATEGY.md | Internal link planning |
| Competitor analysis | COMPETITOR-ANALYSIS.md | Differentiation angle |
Mode 2: Standalone Mode
When to Use
- Just want to quickly write one article
- Don't have a complete SEO plan
- Already know the target keyword
Required Input
Ask user:
- Topic/Title: Article topic
- Target Keyword: Primary keyword
- Secondary Keywords: Secondary keywords (optional)
- Search Intent: Informational / Commercial / Transactional
- Target Length: Short (800-1200) / Medium (1500-2000) / Long (2500+)
- CTA Goal: What action should readers take?
Content Generation
Article Structure
# [H1: Include primary keyword, 50-60 chars]
[Hook: Engaging first paragraph, mention keyword naturally]
## [H2: Section with keyword variation]
[Content with semantic keywords, 2-4 paragraphs]
### [H3: Subsection if needed]
[Supporting content]
## [H2: Another main section]
[Continue pattern...]
## Conclusion / Key Takeaways
[Summary, reiterate value, include CTA]
SEO Requirements Checklist
| Element | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Title (H1) | Include primary keyword, 50-60 characters |
| Meta Description | Include keyword, 150-160 characters, compelling |
| URL Slug | Short, keyword-rich, hyphenated |
| First 100 Words | Include primary keyword naturally |
| Headings | H2s include keyword variations, logical hierarchy |
| Keyword Density | 1-2%, natural placement |
| Internal Links | 3-5 relevant internal links (placeholder: [Internal: topic]) |
| External Links | 2-3 authoritative sources |
| Images | Suggest placements with alt text descriptions |
| Readability | Short paragraphs, bullet lists, scannable |
E-E-A-T Signals to Include
| Signal | How to Include |
|---|---|
| Experience | First-hand examples, case studies, "we tested" |
| Expertise | Technical depth, accurate information, citations |
| Authoritativeness | Cite reputable sources, link to studies |
| Trustworthiness | Clear attribution, honest claims, no exaggeration |
AI Citation Readiness (GEO)
For AI search visibility:
- Include clear, quotable definitions
- Use structured formats (tables, lists)
- Answer questions directly in the first sentence
- Include specific data points and statistics
Output Format
Deliverables
-
Blog Article (Markdown format)
- Full article with SEO optimization
- Meta title and description
- Suggested URL slug
-
SEO Checklist (verification)
- Primary keyword in title
- Primary keyword in first 100 words
- H2s with keyword variations
- Internal link placeholders
- External authoritative links
- Image suggestions with alt text
- CTA included
Commands
| Command | Mode |
|---|---|
/seo content-writer | Auto-detect (plan mode if seo-plan output exists, otherwise standalone) |
/seo content-writer "topic" | Standalone mode, directly specify topic |
Integration with Other Skills
| Skill | When to Use |
|---|---|
| seo-plan | Create plan first, then use plan mode to generate content |
| seo-internal-links suggest | Generate internal link suggestions after writing |
| seo-content-audit | Audit quality after writing |
Quality Gates
Before Generation
- Target keyword confirmed
- Search intent understood
- Length decided
After Generation
- Keyword naturally integrated (not stuffed)
- E-E-A-T signals present
- Readability appropriate for audience
- CTA aligned with business goal
- No factual claims without sources
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