The AI Command
Act as an SEO expert and competitor research analyst.
I want you to identify the top-performing websites in the following niche: “[INSERT NICHE]”.
For each website, provide:
Website name and URL
Primary target audience
Main types of content they publish (blog posts, reviews, guides, videos, etc.)
Estimated reason for their success (SEO strategy, content quality, niche focus, backlinks, etc.)
Monetization methods (ads, affiliate marketing, products, subscriptions, etc.)
Unique strengths or differentiators
Then, summarize:
Common patterns across these top websites
Content gaps or opportunities a new site could target
3 actionable ideas for someone starting a website in this niche
Make the response clear, structured, and beginner-friendly. Avoid vague statements and focus on practical insights.Guide & Best Practices
What This Prompt Does
This prompt helps you quickly identify the top-performing websites in any niche based on traffic, content quality, SEO strength, and monetization strategies. Instead of manually searching and comparing sites, you can use AI to generate a curated list of competitors along with actionable insights about why they succeed.
When to Use It
Use this prompt when you're starting a new blog, launching a niche website, conducting competitor research, or looking for inspiration. It’s especially useful if you want to understand what works in a specific market before investing time and effort into content creation.
Who This Prompt Is Best For
This prompt is ideal for bloggers, affiliate marketers, SEO beginners, content creators, and small business owners. If you're trying to grow organic traffic or validate a niche idea, this will give you a strong starting point without needing advanced tools.
How to Use This Prompt
- Copy the prompt from the “The AI Command” field or with button Copy Prompt →
- Replace the placeholder niche with your target topic (e.g., “fitness for beginners,” “home coffee brewing,” or “remote work tools”).
- Paste it into your AI tool.
- Review the list of websites and analyze the insights provided.
- Use the findings to guide your content strategy, keyword research, and site structure.
Why This Prompt Works
This prompt works because it instructs the AI to go beyond simple lists and provide structured insights. By focusing on traffic indicators, content types, monetization methods, and SEO strategies, it mimics a lightweight competitive analysis. This allows beginners to access high-level strategic thinking without expensive tools or deep technical knowledge.
Best Practices
- Be specific with your niche to get more accurate results.
- Run the prompt multiple times with slight variations to discover more competitors.
- Cross-check the websites using market analysing tools.
- Look for patterns in content formats, headlines, and site structure.
- Focus on what you can replicate or improve, not just what others are doing.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using overly broad niches like “health” or “business”
- Copying competitors without adding unique value
- Ignoring smaller niche sites that may outperform big brands in SEO
- Not analyzing why the websites rank well
- Treating the output as final without validating insights
Example Use Case
Imagine you want to start a blog about “budget travel in Europe.” Using this prompt, you can quickly discover top-performing travel blogs, see what kind of articles they publish, how they monetize (affiliate links, ads, guides), and which topics drive the most engagement. This helps you build a smarter content plan from day one.
Final Tip
Don’t just study the biggest websites—look for mid-sized niche sites with focused content strategies. These are often easier to learn from and compete with, especially if you're just starting out.
Sample AI Response
Niche: Budget Travel in Europe
Top Websites:
- Website 1 (link to website)
- Audience: Budget travelers and backpackers
- Content: Travel guides, cost breakdowns, tips, itineraries
- Success: Strong SEO, detailed long-form content, high authority backlinks
- Monetization: Affiliate links, courses, books
- Strength: Highly actionable and beginner-friendly advice
- Website 2 (link to website)
- Audience: Adventure travelers on a budget
- Content: Gear reviews, destination guides, travel tips
- Success: Niche focus + affiliate-heavy content strategy
- Monetization: Affiliate marketing, ads
- Strength: Strong branding and personality
- Website 1 (link to website)
- Audience: First-time Europe travelers
- Content: City guides, itineraries, budgeting tips
- Success: Focused niche + practical guides
- Monetization: Ads, affiliate links
- Strength: Easy-to-follow travel planning content
Common Patterns:
- Long-form, SEO-optimized guides
- Focus on specific traveler personas
- Strong use of affiliate links in content
Content Opportunities:
- More interactive travel planners
- Budget travel for families (less covered)
- Short-form video summaries of guides
Actionable Ideas:
- Create “1-week budget itineraries” for popular cities
- Build comparison posts (hostels vs Airbnb vs hotels)
- Target long-tail keywords like “cheap travel in Europe for students”