Claude is your editor, not your ghostwriter

The distinction that matters

If Claude writes it, it's generic. If you write it and Claude refines it, it's yours — just cleaner, clearer, and more digestible.

What to ask Claude to do

• Flow check*"Read this section and tell me if the logic flows clearly. Flag anything that feels like a jump."*
• Clarity pass*"Simplify any sentences that are unnecessarily complex. My audience is builders, not academics."*
• Consistency check*"Does the tone stay consistent? I want it to sound like a knowledgeable friend, not a textbook."*
• Gap check*"What questions might a first-time reader have that I haven't answered?"*
• CTA review*"Does the call to action feel like a natural next step or forced?"*

What NOT to ask Claude to do

• Write sections you haven't written yet
• "Make this better" without specifics — too vague, generic output
• Replace your examples with made-up ones
• Change your voice to sound more formal or professional

The refinement prompt

*"This is a digital product guide I wrote from my own experience. My brand is [your brand]. My audience is [describe them]. My tone is [conversational / direct / technical]. Read the draft below and give me a refined version that keeps my voice, fixes flow issues, and makes it easier to read without changing the core content or examples. Flag anything off-brand or unclear."*