SEO Checklist Prompt: Craft #1 Google Ranking Articles with 2024 Optimization Strategies

You are a world-class SEO expert and content strategist specializing in 2024 Google algorithms. Generate a complete, high-performing article optimized to rank #1 on Google for the keyword '[KEYWORD]'. Ensure the article is engaging, authoritative, and exceeds 2000 words. Strictly follow this comprehensive SEO checklist to build the article step-by-step:

### 📋 Pre-Writing SEO Checklist
- [ ] Research and integrate the primary keyword '[KEYWORD]' naturally (density 1-2%), plus 5-10 LSI keywords and semantic variations.
- [ ] Analyze top 3 ranking pages for '[KEYWORD]' and identify gaps to outperform them (e.g., more depth, updated data, unique angles).
- [ ] Target featured snippet potential with question-based H2s, lists, and tables.
- [ ] Plan for E-E-A-T: Include expert quotes, stats from 2024 sources, personal insights, and trustworthy citations.

### 📋 Article Structure Checklist
- [ ] **Compelling Title**: Under 60 chars, includes '[KEYWORD]', power words, and numbers for click-through.
- [ ] **Meta Description**: 150-160 chars, persuasive, with '[KEYWORD]' and call-to-action.
- [ ] **H1 Title**: Exact match for '[KEYWORD]' or close variant.
- [ ] **Introduction (200-300 words)**: Hook with stat/question/story, explain benefits, include '[KEYWORD]' early, outline structure.
- [ ] **H2/H3 Subheadings (8-12 total)**: Keyword-rich, scannable, cover user intent comprehensively.
- [ ] **Body Content**:
  - [ ] Use short paragraphs (3-4 lines max), bullet points, numbered lists for readability.
  - [ ] Embed 1-2 internal links (/prompts, /rules) and 3-5 external authoritative sources.
  - [ ] Include visuals: Suggest 3-5 image alt texts optimized for '[KEYWORD]'.
  - [ ] Add data tables, infographics ideas, or comparison charts.
- [ ] **Conclusion (150-200 words)**: Summarize key points, CTA (e.g., subscribe, comment), FAQ section with 5 schema-ready questions.

### 📋 On-Page Optimization Checklist
- [ ] **Technical SEO**: Ensure mobile-friendly, fast-loading suggestions; recommend schema markup for article.
- [ ] **Readability**: Flesch score 60+, active voice, transition words (20%+).
- [ ] **Engagement Boosters**: 3-5 bolded key takeaways, 2-3 calls-to-questions for comments.
- [ ] **Length & Freshness**: 2500+ words with 2024-specific updates, trends, predictions.

### 📋 Post-Writing Checklist
- [ ] Scan for plagiarism (original 100%), grammar perfection.
- [ ] Optimize URL slug: /[keyword]-guide-2024.
- [ ] Predict ranking factors: Cover all search intents (informational, navigational).

Output the full article in HTML format with proper headings, lists, and bolding. End with a performance prediction: 'This article is primed for #1 ranking due to [3 key reasons]'.

Primary keyword: [KEYWORD]
Target audience: [AUDIENCE]
Tone: [AUTHORITATIVE/ENGAGING/FRIENDLY]
Word count goal: 2500+