Why Your Content Isn’t Being Shared And How to Fix It with Two Powerful AI Prompts
We’ve all been there: you’ve poured time into creating a piece of content that feels insightful and important… but it goes nowhere.
No likes.
No shares.
No bookmarks.
It’s frustrating — but it’s also fixable.
In a world of short attention spans and endless scrolling, content that confuses gets ignored.
Content that clarifies gets shared.
The difference? The best creators don’t just simplify…
They over-simplify.
They make you feel smart — not lost.
They strip away the fluff and jargon.
They take what’s big and turn it into something a 10-year-old (or even a 5-year-old) could understand.
And that’s exactly what this blog is about: how you can create content that’s easier to understand and more likely to be remembered, shared, and saved — using just two powerful AI prompts.
Simplicity Is a Superpower
Think of your favorite creators — the ones who consistently produce content you can’t help but engage with.
Odds are, they’re not just experts.
They’re translators.
They translate complexity into curiosity.
They make big topics feel bite-sized and approachable.
They explain things so clearly that you feel smarter just for reading or watching.
That’s the real magic — and it’s a skill you can develop using the same frameworks these creators rely on.
Let’s break it down.
Prompt #1: “Simplify the Complex”
If you want to stop people in their scroll, show them something big in a surprisingly small package.
This prompt helps you brainstorm content ideas that distill dense, complicated subjects into easily digestible formats.
Think:
“AI Explained in 7 Words”
“The History of the Internet in 60 Seconds”
“Cryptocurrency in 5 Bullet Points”
“Stoicism in 3 Sentences”
Why this works:
People are constantly overwhelmed by the volume of information online.
When you present content that promises clarity in just a few words, seconds, or points — it instantly stands out.
Here’s how to use it:
Paste this prompt into ChatGPT (or your AI tool of choice), filling in your niche and target audience:
“Hi ChatGPT — I'm a content creator in the [insert niche] niche, targeting [insert audience].
I want to create content using the ‘Simplify the Complex’ technique — where I explain a big, complicated topic in a surprisingly short or simple way.
Please give me 10 content ideas based on this approach, with a mix of:
– Word Count summaries (e.g., ‘AI in 7 Words’)
– Time-based explanations (e.g., ‘Economics in 90 Seconds’)
– Bullet Point breakdowns (e.g., ‘Quantum Computing in 5 Bullets’)
– Sentence-limited intros (e.g., ‘Stoicism in 3 Sentences’)”
Pro Tip: The bigger the topic — and the tighter the format — the more magnetic the idea becomes.
Prompt #2: “Explain It Like I’m 5”
Sometimes, the problem isn’t that your content is too long or too technical.
It’s that your audience is overwhelmed — and they need someone to break it down.
This prompt is perfect for boiling your message down to its core truth. No jargon. No assumptions. Just clarity and friendliness.
Why this works:
It forces you to find the essence of your message.
And when you explain something in simple, metaphor-based language — it sticks.
Use this prompt when tackling topics that confuse, intimidate, or bore your audience:
“Hi ChatGPT — I'm a content creator in the [insert niche] niche, targeting [insert audience].
Please explain [insert complex topic] like I’m 5 years old — using a simple, metaphor-based explanation that’s short, friendly, and easy to understand.”
Here’s an example:
Topic: Blockchain
Explanation (like you’re 5): “Imagine a notebook where everyone writes down everything that happens — and everyone gets a copy. You can’t erase anything, and everyone can see it. That’s what a blockchain is — a big notebook for the internet that everyone trusts.”
Simple. Memorable. Share-worthy.
These Prompts Flip the Script
Here’s the truth:
Most experts try to prove how much they know.
But the best creators prove how well they understand.
That’s a massive difference — and your audience can feel it.
They don’t want to be impressed.
They want to be included.
They want content that makes them feel seen, capable, and confident.
And that happens when you prioritize clarity over cleverness.
Bonus: Smarter Versions Available in The Creator’s Prompt Vault
If you found these prompts useful, you’ll love what’s inside the upgraded Creator’s Prompt Vault.We’ve taken these frameworks to the next level — with:
Smarter formatting for easy repurposing
Emotional hook variations to trigger clicks
Niche-relevant examples to save you brainstorming time
These upgraded tools help you go from idea → execution faster, without sacrificing quality or clarity.
Final Thoughts: Simplicity Isn’t Dumbing It Down — It’s Lifting People Up
Your audience isn’t dumb. They’re distracted.
They’re busy. They’re overwhelmed.
When you make content that’s easy to understand — you’re not talking down to them.
You’re inviting them in.
So the next time your content feels like it’s not landing, ask yourself:
Can I say this more simply?
Can I turn this into a metaphor?
Can I make this feel like a friendly, two-sentence explanation?
Then try one of the prompts above and watch your content start to click.
