Template: Semantic Depth Content Brief

Instructions

This brief must be completed before any new content is written. Its purpose is to ensure every article is strategically designed to achieve Semantic Depth, as defined in the Semantic Depth Standard.

Content Brief: [Article Title]

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1. Core Strategic Details

• Primary Keyword: [Insert primary search term]
• Target Audience: [Describe the ideal reader and their level of expertise]
• Primary User Goal: [Complete this sentence: After reading this, the user will be able to...]

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2. Conceptual Mapping (System-Aligned Meaning)

• Primary Concept: [What is the core idea, entity, or topic? e.g., "Roth IRA"]
• Related Concepts & Entities: [List related nouns and ideas that must be mentioned, e.g., "401(k)", "Contribution Limits", "Tax-advantaged growth", "IRS"]
• Common Misconceptions to Address: [What do people usually get wrong about this topic?]
• Key User Questions to Answer:
  • [Question 1, e.g., "What are the income limits for a Roth IRA?"]
  • [Question 2, e.g., "Can I have a Roth IRA and a 401(k)?"]
  • [Add more as needed]

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3. Content Quality & Originality (People-First Completeness)

• Originality Angle: [How will this content be unique? e.g., "Includes a custom-designed comparison chart," "Features quotes from three financial experts," "Based on our firsthand experience using the product."]
• Key Sources to Cite: [List authoritative external sources to reference, e.g., IRS.gov, Investopedia]
• Internal Linking Opportunities: [List 2-3 existing articles to link to]

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4. Pre-Submission QA Checklist

• [ ] Completeness: Does this content provide a substantial, complete, or comprehensive description of the topic?
• [ ] Goal Completion: Will the reader feel they have learned enough to achieve their primary goal?
• [ ] Originality: Does this content provide original information, reporting, or analysis not found elsewhere?
• [ ] Credibility: Is the content clearly sourced with evidence of the expertise involved?