What You Need and Quick Setup Process
What You Need
Claude account (Claude 3.5 Sonnet or Claude 3 Opus recommended)
3-5 samples of your best writing (at least 1,500 words total)
15 minutes of focused time
Quick Setup Process
Step 1: Gather Writing Samples (3 minutes)
Select 3-5 pieces that best showcase your writing style
Include different content types if possible (posts, articles, emails)
Compile them in a single document
Export as PDF
Step 2: Upload to Claude (1 minute)
Start a new Claude conversation
Click "Add content" and upload your PDF
Confirm successful upload
Step 3: Request Style Analysis (1 minute)
Copy and paste this prompt:
Analyze this writing style in detail. Focus on sentence structure, vocabulary, tone, pacing, and unique elements. Be thorough as you'll need to replicate this style later.
Step 4: Generate Style Prompt (2 minutes)
When Claude finishes the analysis, respond with:
Transform this analysis into a comprehensive style guide prompt (800-1200 words) that will enable you to write exactly like me. Include specific instructions about vocabulary, sentence structure, transitions, paragraph length, and any unique quirks.
Step 5: Test the Style (3 minutes)
When you receive the style guide, respond with:
Using this style guide, write a [social post/email/article intro] about [topic relevant to your field]. Keep it under 200 words.
Step 6: Quick Refinement (3 minutes)
Rate the sample (1-10) and provide specific feedback:
That's a [X/10]. You captured my [what worked well] but missed my [what needs improvement]. Please revise the style guide to better reflect these elements.
Step 7: Save Your Ghostwriter (2 minutes)
After Claude provides the updated style guide:
Save the prompt somewhere secure (password manager, note app)
Ask Claude to create a 100-word "refresh" version for quick reference
How to Use Your Ghostwriter and Pro Tips
How to Use Your Ghostwriter
Start a new Claude conversation
Paste your style guide prompt
Request content: "Write a [content type] about [topic]"
Review and personalize before publishing
Pro Tips for Better Results
Use the most authentic samples of your writing
Be specific in your feedback during testing
Always review AI-generated content before publishing
Update your style guide quarterly with new samples
For longer pieces, use your "refresh" prompt midway
Your ghostwriter is now ready to help you create content that sounds authentically like you, saving hours of writing time while maintaining your unique voice!
This simple 15-minute setup process transforms Claude into your personal ghostwriter, capturing the nuances that make your writing distinctly yours. By following these seven steps, you'll have a reliable system that can generate content matching your authentic voice across any format or topic.
The key to success lies in the quality of your writing samples and the specificity of your feedback during testing. Remember that this isn't about replacing your creativity – it's about amplifying your productivity while maintaining the personal touch that connects with your audience.
Once your ghostwriter is calibrated, you'll have a powerful tool that understands your rhythm, vocabulary, and tone. Whether you're facing writer's block, tight deadlines, or simply want to scale your content creation, your AI ghostwriter becomes an extension of your own writing process.
Keep your style guide updated as your writing evolves, and always add your personal review and final touches. With this system in place, you'll never have to choose between authentic content and efficient production – you can have both.
Your unique voice is your competitive advantage. Now you have the tool to scale it without losing what makes it special.
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