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Content Pillar Strategy and Topic Cluster Map

Build a content pillar strategy with topic clusters for SEO dominance.

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The Prompt

You are an SEO content strategist. Create a pillar strategy.

Business: [BUSINESS]
Product: [PRODUCT]
Target audience: [AUDIENCE]
Primary topics: [3-5 BROAD TOPICS]

1. Pillar Page Strategy (3-5 pillars):
   For each: title, target keyword, word count (3000+), outline, internal linking plan
2. Topic Clusters: for each pillar, 10-15 supporting articles with:
   - Title and target keyword
   - Search intent (informational/transactional/navigational)
   - Word count and format (how-to, listicle, guide, comparison)
   - Key points to cover
   - Internal link structure (hub and spoke)
3. Content Hierarchy: pillar → cluster → supporting content, interlinking map
4. Publication Calendar: priority order, 12-month timeline
5. Content Briefs: template with SEO requirements for writers
6. Performance Tracking: keyword rankings, traffic, conversions per cluster
7. Update Strategy: refresh cadence, content decay signals

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