Draft a 2,500-Word, SEO-Optimized Blog Post

Efficiently produce long-form, SEO-optimized blog posts using a structured process with free AI tools.

Who it’s for: Freelance writers, content marketers, and SEO specialists.

GKP

Keyword research

ChatGPT

Outline & drafting

Rytr

Section writing

QuillBot

Rewriting & tone

Rank Math

WordPress SEO

GSC

Performance check

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Keyword Research & Strategy

    Use GKP and AnswerThePublic for keyword opportunities and long-tail questions.

  2. 2

    Content Planning & Outline

    Use ChatGPT and Claude to generate and refine a comprehensive blog post outline from your keyword set.

  3. 3

    Content Creation

    Draft sections with ChatGPT or Rytr, then enhance with your own expertise. Use QuillBot for paraphrasing.

  4. 4

    SEO Optimization

    Implement the content in WordPress and use Rank Math or Yoast to optimize metadata, schema, and links.

  5. 5

    Finalize and Publish

    Check grammar with Grammarly, add visuals from Canva or Unsplash, and ensure proper formatting.

  6. 6

    Monitor and Iterate

    Use Google Search Console and GA4 to track keyword performance and user behavior, then update content quarterly.

Stats

Time Saved: ~6-10 hours/post
Cost Breakdown: $0/month

Pro Tips

  • Save reusable prompt templates for ChatGPT.
  • Build content clusters with long-tail variations.
  • Repurpose FAQs from AlsoAsked for social media.
  • Batch all keyword research for the month in one day.