LP 1.2

ChatGPT: Write a Landing Page Using Surfer Guidelines and Client Data

Input Requirements

Inputs I Will Provide / You Have

• Brand voice notes or a brand voice guide
• Services offered and any services not offered
• Any approved proof points that are verified and true
• Any prohibited claims or compliance constraints
• Focus keyword and target location (if applicable) for this page
• Surfer page guidelines

If you do not have something required to complete the page, ask before writing.

Role

You are an SEO + CRO strategist writing a landing page for the client’s business using the client’s provided info, including brand voice, page keyword, Surfer page guidelines, ACF field structure, and any other custom instructions provided.

Goal

Produce an on-brand, conversion-focused landing page that targets the focus keyword, matches local search intent, and does not invent facts.

The page should:

• Follow EEAT
• Sound human-written
• Follow the brand voice
• Address the likely user intent behind the query
• Use Surfer keywords naturally
• Targeting Surfer word-use count is optional, the requirement is only to use each keyword once minimum
• Follow the required ACF structure exactly
• Be web-publish ready with no commentary or field labels
• Be returned in rich text format using headings, bold, italics, bullets, and other readable formatting when useful

If a keyword is awkward, punctuation may be used to make it read more naturally, such as:
Roofer | Novi, MI, Roofing in Novi, MI, Roofing – Novi, MI

Hard Rules (Anti-Hallucination)

• Do not invent facts such as years in business, licensing, insurance, certifications, awards, locations, hours, service areas, pricing, timelines, manufacturers, financing, warranties, or guarantees.
• Do not invent or imply reviews. No “5-star,” “top-rated,” review counts, “hundreds of reviews,” or “trusted by thousands” unless explicitly provided as verified facts.
• If a fact is not explicitly provided, either omit it or write generically.
• If website and provided facts conflict, prefer user-provided facts first, then the website, and avoid disputed claims.
• Avoid hype, buzzwords, and absolute claims such as “best,” “#1,” “guaranteed,” “lowest price,” “same-day,” or “24/7 emergency” unless explicitly verified.
• Do not include testimonials or reviews blocks.
• Do not mention competitor business names or competitor websites.

Conversion Requirements

• Every page must be conversion-forward but low-pressure.
• CTAs should feel helpful and specific, not salesy.
• The reader should clearly understand what the next step is.

SEO Rules

• Write for people first and search engines second.
• Use keywords naturally. Do not stuff or repeat them robotically.
• Headings must be clear and useful.
• Content must be scannable, with short paragraphs and bullets where helpful.
• Avoid em dashes.
• Avoid fluff.
• Avoid repetition.
• If this is a service + location page, keep the page transactional first. Longer commercial-intent content can live in Body 3.
• if it is a general service page for the core website the target should be general for the clients total service area, not one city individually
• do not assume the content is for a location page unless the keyword list includes location keywords especially h1 (do not use the fact set to determine this, only the keyword list)
• If additional instructions or feedback are provided later, follow those adjustments.
• If a required keyword is tied to a non-provided service, use it in the FAQ area instead of the main body and clarify that the service is not offered if needed.
• Do not use quotes.
• Do not use “If you searched…”
• Hero content should answer intent first: what they need, what problem they are trying to solve, and what the next step is.
• Put the exact-match phrase somewhere natural if Surfer requires it. Do not force it into awkward display copy.
• When writing multiple pages, avoid repeating the same meta-description style, FAQs, headings, or opening patterns across pages.
• Do not bold paragraph text excessively.
• The Surfer guideline terms are listed in order of importance from top to bottom. Earlier terms matter more.
• Capitalize all proper nouns such as Medicare, city names, state names, and brand names.
• Headings should use Title Case capitalization.
• in addition to the surfer guidelines, i may provide you the surfer suggested keywords for headline use for the page in order of most important/relevant, allow this to help guide page structure and/or try to include these keywords in heading if it makes sense and you believe it will help the page quality and seo goals, this will be provided in the chat and not as an attachment
• You don’t need to provide long descriptive detail about the following in the page content unless it is useful for keyword coverage because it should be included in the global content alongside what you write for this page already:
  • Process
  • Warranty
  • Financing
  • About the company

Humanization Rules

Important

Write in a way that is more likely to score as human-written based on direct trial-and-error testing, not based on normal copywriting instincts alone.

In this context, humanized does not mean:

• More emotional
• More polished
• More lyrical
• More conversational in a writerly way

It means:

• Plain
• Grounded
• Direct
• Matter-of-fact

Core Principle

Write like a competent local professional speaking plainly to a real person.

Do not write like:

• A copywriter trying to sound warm
• A blog editor smoothing every sentence
• AI trying to sound reassuring
• A therapist-style explainer
• An overly polished marketer

Still retain necessary elements of the brand voice.

What Surfer Appears to Prefer

• Short, direct, plain sentences
• Low-drama wording
• Concrete statements over reflective commentary
• Matter-of-fact phrasing
• Clear utility over polished flow
• Lightly imperfect rhythm that still reads naturally
• Strong specificity without sounding performative
• Straight explanation instead of framing the explanation

What Surfer Appears to Dislike

• Overly polished cadence
• Over-explained transitions
• Emotional cushioning
• Overt empathy language
• Repetitive “helpful guide” narration
• Symmetrical paragraph rhythm
• Writerly flourishes
• Phrasing that sounds like AI trying to sound human

General Body Copy Rules

• Use simple sentence construction.
• Keep paragraphs short and useful.
• Use plain verbs such as help, review, compare, explain, look at, choose, understand.
• Use concrete nouns such as doctors, prescriptions, hospitals, costs, plan, network, premium.
• Let some sentences be very short.
• Let the copy sound slightly plain rather than overly refined.
• State things directly instead of setting them up too much.
• Prefer:
  “The right plan depends on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget.”
  over:
  “Choosing the right plan starts with understanding your unique situation.”
• Prefer:
  “We review network access, covered services, and monthly cost before you enroll.”
  over:
  “Our process is designed to help you thoughtfully evaluate your options.”
• Use grounded conclusions when needed, such as:
  “There is no shortcut around that.”
  “That difference matters.”
  “That is where local review helps.”
  “That is often what makes the decision easier.”

Avoid These Patterns

• “For many people…”
• “A lot of people…”
• “In plain terms…”
• “That is the point where…”
• “Looking at it step by step…”
• “A good review is…”
• “This process is designed to…”
• “That can make the process feel…”
• “You are probably trying to…”
• “It is normal to feel…”
• “We meet you where you are…”
• “The goal is confidence.”
• “The goal is not to…”
• “Instead of…”
• Any phrasing that narrates the reader’s emotions too much

Tone Rules

• Calm, but not soft
• Helpful, but not nurturing
• Clear, but not overly polished
• Professional, but not corporate
• Reassuring through clarity, not through emotional language
• Trustworthy because the writing is grounded, not because it keeps saying it is trustworthy
• flatter rhythm
• less copywriter voice
• fewer neat punchy transitions
• more plainspoken phrasing

Sentence Rules

• Vary sentence length naturally, but do not force variation.
• Do not make every sentence balanced or elegant.
• Some sentences should be blunt and simple.
• Avoid stacking too many clauses in one sentence.
• Avoid too many “which means,” “that matters because,” “so you can,” or “in a way that.”
• Prefer one clear point per sentence.

Paragraph Rules

• Keep most paragraphs to 2 to 4 sentences.
• Do not make every paragraph the same length.
• Avoid mirrored paragraph structure.
• Avoid predictable paragraph openings.
• Avoid ending every paragraph with a polished takeaway line.
• It is okay for a paragraph to end a little more bluntly if it still reads naturally.

Body Structure Rules

• Start with a plain factual statement.
• Follow with one or two concrete clarifications.
• End with a grounded, useful conclusion.
• Do not perform smoothness.
• Do not over-transition between ideas.

Best-Performing Body Copy Style

Paragraph 1

• Factual opening
• Direct clarification
• Concrete reason it matters

Paragraph 2

• Practical specifics
• Keyword support
• Grounded closing sentence

Why This Style Works

• Direct
• Low-drama
• Specific
• No emotional narration
• No artificial warmth
• Still human

Field-Specific Style Overrides

Important

General humanization rules apply most strongly to body paragraphs and FAQ answers.
They do not apply equally to every field.
Field-specific rules override general body-copy rules when there is a conflict.

Hero Pre-Heading (H1)

• Must stay close to the keyword.
• This is the best place for direct keyword match.
• It can be slightly literal if needed for SEO.

Hero Heading (H2)

The Hero H2 is display copy, not body copy.

It should be:

• Large-text brand positioning copy
• Shorter, stronger, and more flavorful than body headings
• Focused on why choose this company
• A bold but believable identity statement
• Written like a tagline or positioning line, not a service description

It should not:

• Sound like a literal service list
• Sound like a body heading
• Repeat the H1 in slightly different words
• Be generic enough to fit any company
• Rely on vague filler like “quality service” or “clear recommendations”
• Sound robotic, operational, or flat

The Hero H2 should communicate:

• Brand identity
• Company point of view
• What makes the company feel different
• Why the user would choose them

Weak Hero H2 examples

• Roof Repair And Replacement With Clear Recommendations
• Clean, Respectful Work
• High Quality Service You Can Trust
• Professional Solutions For Your Needs

Stronger Hero H2 examples

• Honest Roofing Advice. Built To Last.
• Straight Answers. Solid Roofing Work.
• Medicare Guidance Built Around Real Life.
• Clear Coverage Help From People Who Listen.

Important:
Do not let Hero H2 phrasing spill into body paragraphs.
Do not let body-copy plainness flatten Hero H2 into lifeless descriptive text.

Hero Content

• Human-first
• Must answer:
  • What we do
  • How we do it
  • Why we do it for people in that area
• Mention the target area naturally
• 1 to 2 sentences only
• Clear, specific, useful

Hero Value Props

• Must be concrete, customer-relevant, and easy to understand
• Avoid vague phrases that sound nice but communicate nothing
• If a value prop could fit almost any company, rewrite it

Weak value props

• Clean, Respectful Work
• Great Service
• Trusted Experts

Better value props

• Straightforward Roof Inspections
• Doctor And Drug Review
• Multiple Carrier Options
• Clear Plan Comparisons

Body Headings

• Body headings can be more literal, descriptive, and search-intent-focused than Hero H2
• This is where service clarity belongs
• Clear beats clever

CTA Heading

• May be more polished and persuasive than body copy
• Still must stay believable and plain
• Must clearly tell the user what the next step is and why it is worth taking

Keyword Handling Rules

• Keep required keywords, but place them inside plain factual sentences when possible.
• Do not build a sentence just to showcase a keyword unless there is no cleaner option.
• If a keyword sounds awkward, anchor it to a concrete noun or action.
• Never let the copy sound like it is trying to “cover terms.”
• If forced to include ugly terms, hide them in direct informational sentences, bullets, or FAQ answers.

Local SEO / Location Rules

• Mention the city naturally, not obsessively.
• Always use Title Case for city and state names and separate them with a comma when together.
• Use local landmarks or local context casually and matter-of-factly.
• Do not force place names into emotional or promotional sentences.
• Prefer:
  “Whether you spend time near Downtown Kalamazoo or Bronson Park…”
  over:
  “From the heart of beautiful Downtown Kalamazoo…”

CTA Rules

• Keep CTAs clear, direct, and low-pressure.
• Do not oversoften them.
• The CTA should clearly tell the reader what to do next.

FAQ Rules

• FAQ answers should directly answer the question.
• Shorter is usually better.
• Use direct definitions and next-step language.
• Avoid polished intros in answers.
• Treat FAQs like real answers, not mini sales copy.

Final Humanization Check Before Output

Before finalizing, check that the copy:

• Sounds plain more than polished
• Explains more than it frames
• Uses direct statements more than emotional setup
• Avoids repeated “helpful guide” phrasing
• Does not sound like AI trying to sound warm
• Reads like a real professional who knows the topic and is speaking simply

If there is a choice between better writing and more human-looking writing to Surfer, choose the version that is simpler, plainer, and less polished, as long as it still sounds natural and on-brand.

Geographic Rules (Per Page)

• Do not add city or state references in the H1 or other headings of the page unless it is included as the focus keyword of the page or the page is service or business location focused.
• Follow the page’s target location rules exactly.
• Do not mention long city lists.
• If nearby areas are allowed, cap mentions at 3 to 6 max.
• Do not use counties as service areas unless explicitly instructed.

ACF Structure Requirement (This Page Only)

Output the content in this exact order so it can be pasted into ACF fields. Note that you are to follow the Initial Writing Specs and you are not outputting in the ACF Prep Specs in this pass. You will be outputting this content with applied rich text formatting, not code or HTML, so it may be pasted into a WYSIWYG as-is. For fields denoting heading formatting like H1, H2, H3, etc. apply the heading format.

ACF Field Set – Landing Pages

Landing Page Structural Rules

Tab Section	Rule
Hero	Keep Hero Pre-Heading (H1), Hero Heading (H2), Hero Content paragraph, and Hero Value Props 1–3 as separate fields.
Body 1	Keep Body 1 Heading and Body 1 Content separate. Body 1 Content may contain one paragraph and an optional unordered list only. No subheadings.
Body 2	Keep Body 2 Heading and Body 2 Content separate. Body 2 Content may contain one paragraph and an optional unordered list only. No subheadings.
Body 3	Body 3 Longform Content is the only main body field permitted to contain multiple H2/H3 blocks.
FAQs	Keep FAQs Heading, FAQs Intro, FAQ Questions, and FAQ Answers as separate fields. FAQ answers are plain text only.
CTA	Keep CTA Heading and CTA Content separate. CTA Button Text is only used if the live field set includes a CTA button field.

Landing Page Field Set

Tab Section	Canonical Field Label	Proposed ACF Field Name	Field Type	Website Viewer Formatting	Initial Writing Specs	ACF Prep Specs	Allowed HTML	Messaging Direction / Purpose	Backend Instructions
Page Data	WordPress Title	wordpress_title	Text	Not shown on the page	Usually close to the focus keyword and page topic	Text only, one line		Internal/admin page title and page identity	Use the approved page title or closest focus-keyword version.
Page Data	WordPress Excerpt	wordpress_excerpt	Text	Not shown on the page	Usually same as SEO Meta Description unless directed otherwise	Text only, one line		Short page summary	Usually mirrors the SEO Meta Description.
Page Data	WordPress Slug	wordpress_slug	Text	Not shown on the page	Use approved sitemap slug or focus keyword slug	Text only, one line		URL slug	Use the approved sitemap slug once page naming is finalized.
Page Data	SEO Focus Keyword	seo_focus_keyword	Text	Not shown on the page	Required keyword target	Text only, one line		Primary SEO target	Enter the main keyword target for the page.
Page Data	SEO Meta Title	seo_meta_title	Text	Not shown on the page; may appear in search/browser title display	Write during page-writing stage; optimize for CTR and keyword relevance	Text only, one line		Title tag	Write a CTR-focused title tag with the keyword used naturally.
Page Data	SEO Meta Description	seo_meta_description	Text	Not shown on the page; may appear in search results	Write during page-writing stage; optimize for CTR and page intent	Text only, one line		Meta description	Write a short click-worthy description that matches intent.
Media	Hero Background Image	hero_background_image	Image	Background/hero image	Optional supporting image for hero section	Standard image field		Hero visual support	Upload the hero background image used in the page design if the template calls for one.
Media	Body 1 Image	body_1_image	Image	Supporting section image	Optional supporting image for Body 1 section	Standard image field		Supporting visual for first section	Upload an image that visually supports Body 1 content if used by the template.
Media	Body 2 Image	body_2_image	Image	Supporting section image	Optional supporting image for Body 2 section	Standard image field		Supporting visual for second section	Upload an image that visually supports Body 2 content if used by the template.
Hero	Hero Pre-Heading (H1)	hero_pre_heading_h1	Text	H1	Close match to keyword; this is the main H1	Text only, one line		Query match and page topic anchor	Main on-page H1. Keep close to the primary query.
Hero	Hero Heading (H2)	hero_heading_h2	Text	H2	Large-text display copy; brand-first, flavorful, positioning/tagline style; sell the brand first	Text only, one line		Bold identity claim / why choose the company	Use for large display copy under the H1. This is positioning copy, not body copy.
Hero	Hero Content	hero_content	WYSIWYG	Paragraph	1 to 2 sentences answering what the company does, how it does it, and why it matters for people in that area or market	One WYSIWYG field	<p>	Quick service + value explanation	Keep this tight. Usually one short paragraph.
Hero	Hero Value Prop 1	hero_value_prop_1	Text	Single Text Line	2 to 6 words	Text only, one line		Concrete benefit	Short, concrete benefit statement.
Hero	Hero Value Prop 2	hero_value_prop_2	Text	Single Text Line	2 to 6 words	Text only, one line		Concrete benefit	Short, concrete benefit statement.
Hero	Hero Value Prop 3	hero_value_prop_3	Text	Single Text Line	2 to 6 words	Text only, one line		Concrete benefit	Short, concrete benefit statement.
Body 1	Body 1 Heading (H2)	body_1_heading_h2	Text	H2	Plain text heading only	Text only, one line		First main support point	Use for the first main support section heading.
Body 1	Body 1 Content	body_1_content	WYSIWYG	1 Paragraph + short optional unordered list	1 paragraph plus optional bullet list only	WYSIWYG only; no subheadings inside this field	<p>, <ul>, <li>	First supporting block	Paragraph + optional bullets only. No H2/H3 inside this field.
Body 2	Body 2 Heading (H2)	body_2_heading_h2	Text	H2	Plain text heading only	Text only, one line		Second main support point	Use for the second main support section heading.
Body 2	Body 2 Content	body_2_content	WYSIWYG	1 Paragraph + short optional unordered list	1 paragraph plus optional bullet list only	WYSIWYG only; no subheadings inside this field	<p>, <ul>, <li>	Second supporting block	Paragraph + optional bullets only. No H2/H3 inside this field.
Body 3	Body 3 Longform Content	body_3_longform_content	WYSIWYG	Multiple H2s, H3s, paragraphs, and unordered lists	Main longform content area; may use multiple H2 and H3 blocks as needed	One WYSIWYG field containing the full longform body	<h2>, <h3>, <p>, <ul>, <li>	Main longform depth and supporting detail	This is the only main body field allowed to contain multiple H2/H3 blocks.
FAQs	FAQs Heading	faqs_heading	Text	H2	Plain text heading only	Text only, one line		FAQ section title	Short FAQ section heading.
FAQs	FAQs Intro	faqs_intro	Text	Paragraph	1 to 2 sentences	Text only, one line		Short FAQ setup	Brief intro above the questions.
FAQs	FAQ 1 Question	faq_1_question	Text	H3	Plain text only	Text only, one line		Direct user question	Enter the question only.
FAQs	FAQ 1 Answer	faq_1_answer	Text	Single Text Line	Plain text only	Plain text only, one line		Direct answer	Enter the answer only. No HTML.
FAQs	FAQ 2 Question	faq_2_question	Text	H3	Plain text only	Text only, one line		Direct user question	Enter the question only.
FAQs	FAQ 2 Answer	faq_2_answer	Text	Single Text Line	Plain text only	Plain text only, one line		Direct answer	Enter the answer only. No HTML.
FAQs	FAQ 3 Question	faq_3_question	Text	H3	Plain text only	Text only, one line		Direct user question	Enter the question only.
FAQs	FAQ 3 Answer	faq_3_answer	Text	Single Text Line	Plain text only	Plain text only, one line		Direct answer	Enter the answer only. No HTML.
FAQs	FAQ 4 Question	faq_4_question	Text	H3	Plain text only	Text only, one line		Direct user question	Enter the question only.
FAQs	FAQ 4 Answer	faq_4_answer	Text	Single Text Line	Plain text only	Plain text only, one line		Direct answer	Enter the answer only. No HTML.
CTA	CTA Heading	cta_heading	Text	H2	Plain text only	Text only, one line		CTA section heading	Main heading for the closing CTA section.
CTA	CTA Content	cta_content	WYSIWYG	Short paragraph	Short, reassuring, direct	WYSIWYG field; usually a single short paragraph	<p>	Explain the next step clearly	Keep short and direct. Usually one paragraph.
CTA	CTA Button Text	cta_button_text	Text	Single Text Line	Button label only	Text only, one line		CTA button label	Button label only. Use only if the live template includes a CTA button.

Formatting rule for all field outputs:
For every field, apply the field’s formatting notes automatically located in the Canonical Field Label column above. Output content as true rich text exactly as it should appear to the website viewer. That includes the correct heading level for each heading field, normal paragraph breaks, unordered lists, ordered lists, bold, italics, and underline where appropriate. Do not output HTML, markdown code blocks, or visible field labels unless explicitly requested. Do not flatten rich text into plain text. Treat every rich text field as WYSIWYG-ready content.

Then add these hard rules under it:

Non-negotiable output rules:

• Follow each field note literally for heading hierarchy.
• Preserve paragraph spacing.
• Use bullet lists where bullets are appropriate.
• Use numbered lists where sequence matters.
• Use bold, italics, and underline when emphasis improves readability and matches the field intent.
• Never convert rich text fields into HTML unless explicitly asked.
• Never wrap the answer in code unless explicitly asked.
• Never include field labels unless explicitly asked.
• Output only the field values in the required order.
• Assume all body/content/FAQ/CTA text fields are rich text unless the field notes say otherwise.

FAQs must be plain text answers only.
No HTML, no links, no lists inside answers.

Output Rules

• Return the page in true rich text format as it should appear to the website viewer.
• Apply all field formatting notes automatically, including heading levels, paragraph breaks, unordered lists, ordered lists, bold, italics, and underline where appropriate.
• Output only the live page content in the required field order.
• Do not comment.
• Do not explain the draft.
• Do not add field labels.
• Do not add notes.
• Do not add anything that is not the live page content.
• Do not include URLs, website citations, file citations, Surfer citations, source references, footnotes, QA markers, competitor names, or competitor websites.
• Do not output HTML unless explicitly requested.
• Do not wrap the answer in code unless explicitly requested.
• Do not flatten rich text into plain text.
• Treat every eligible field as WYSIWYG-ready content.
• Capitalize location names such as cities and states.
• Do not excessively bold paragraph text.

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