Thursday, June 5, 2025

How to Write Money-Making AI Prompts Like a Pro — Lessons from George McConnell

 

These tips were inspired by a video from George McConnell.


In a recent YouTube video, George McConnell outlined the six key elements that separate broke creators from seven-figure online entrepreneurs. If you’re ready to turn AI into a money-making machine, this guide summarizes his approach.  Consider applying his methods to your business to improve your results. 


1. Task — Start with Verbs That Make You Money

Don’t ask ChatGPT to “help” you. Tell it what to do.

Bad prompt:

“Help me describe my t-shirt.”

Good prompt:

“Write an email that promotes my new sarcastic raccoon t-shirt and gets my audience to click and buy.”

Always lead with a money-driven action verb like:

  • Create
  • Sell
  • Convince
  • Increase
  • Generate

2. Context — Feed ChatGPT the Full Story

AI is only as smart as the context you provide. Treat it like a skilled copywriter—don't leave it guessing.

Example:

“I’m selling a digital budgeting spreadsheet for single moms who feel overwhelmed with bills. It costs $12 and includes a free video tutorial. Write me a Facebook ad that highlights the value and gets clicks.”

Provide details like:

  • Your product
  • Your audience
  • Their pain points
  • Your price
  • What makes your offer unique

3. Provide An Example to AI — Show What “Good” Looks Like

Be sure to give AI, such as ChatGPT, a framework or example it can use to write like a pro.

Example with framework:

“Use the PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solution) framework to write a sales email for my $29 Canva template bundle for Etsy sellers. Focus on saving time and increasing sales.”

Better yet, provide your own writing sample:

“Here’s an email I wrote. Rewrite it in my voice but make it punchier, more persuasive, and add urgency.”


4. Persona — Tell It Who to Think Like

You want your AI to act like a veteran, not a rookie. Assign it a role.

Example:

“Act like a top Etsy seller who crushes it with digital planners. Explain why this $9 listing is a must-have impulse buy.”

Or even more specific:

“Act like George McConnell, who sold over 800,000 products on Etsy. Sell this $12 meal planner in his voice.”

This helps ChatGPT adopt the mindset that delivers sales, not just copy.


5. Format — Structure Matters

Structure = clarity = conversions. Don’t let ChatGPT ramble.

Be clear:

“Format this as a 3-paragraph email with a subject line, preview text, and a strong CTA.”

Other examples:

  • “List 10 headline options focused on speed and simplicity.”
  • “Convert this testimonial data into a table of pain points, objections, and desires.”

When you define the shape, you control the outcome.


6. Tone — Set the Right Emotional Hook

Tone makes it resonate. Don’t just say “make it friendly” or “human.”

Try this instead:

“Write this as a successful entrepreneur sharing his secret playbook—be bold, real, and inspiring.”

Or:

“Use the tone of a trusted hype man—high-energy, fun, persuasive.”

Want tone ideas? Prompt:

“I’m selling a $27 T-shirt to cold leads. I want to sound trustworthy, exciting, and confident. What are 5 tone descriptors I should use in every prompt going forward?”

Use those tone words in all future prompts for consistent branding.


💰 Example Prompt That Pulls In Cash

Here’s a full, real-world example from George McConnell, broken down for your own use:

Prompt:

Act like a digital marketing expert who has helped creators sell over 100,000 products online. I’m launching a $20 coffee mug with a sarcastic quote for caffeine lovers. My audience is mostly women aged 25–45 who love humor, espresso, and make frequent impulse purchases. Use the PAS framework to write a two-paragraph sales email that drives urgency and makes them laugh. Format this with a subject line, preview text, body, and CTA. The tone should be confident, casual, and results-driven. Provide two different versions for A/B testing. Also, I’ll attach an image of the mug for reference.

➡️ Be sure to actually include the mug photo and any other key details (target audience interests, unique product benefits, etc.).


🚀 Final Advice: Stop Asking. Start Commanding.

According to George McConnell, the difference between a broke creator and a six-or-seven-figure entrepreneur is simple:

Broke creators ask questions. Wealthy creators give clear, direct instructions.

So the next time you use ChatGPT (or the AI you select), don’t treat it like a vague brainstorming partner. Treat it like your top-earning team member.  Give it the exact playbook for success.

I hope you've enjoyed these tips.  Best wishes for your business success. 

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