Create blog drafts from content briefs
Read a content brief from Notion, write a first-draft blog post, and save it to Google Drive
Overview
Writing blog posts in batches means pulling briefs, drafting content, and moving files between tools. This template handles the workflow end-to-end, reading your brief, generating a first draft, and saving it where your editor can access it. That way, you can focus on refining the content instead of copying and pasting between apps.
How it works
- Finds the content brief in your Notion database by title
- Reads the target audience, key points, and SEO keywords
- Writes a 600-word first-draft blog post based on the brief
- Saves it as a new Google Doc in the specified Google Drive folder
Who this is for
Content marketers, blog writers, and content teams who batch their writing and want to streamline the process from brief to draft.
Suggested prompt
Find the content brief titled [1. Brief name] in my Notion database [2. Database name], read the target audience, key points, and SEO keywords, write a 600-word first-draft blog post, and save it as a new Google Doc in the [3. Folder name] folder in Google Drive.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the word count?
Yes, modify the prompt to specify a different length, like 800 words or 1,200 words.
What if my briefs are stored somewhere other than Notion?
You can swap Notion for Airtable, Google Sheets, or another tool where you store your content briefs.
Can I save the draft somewhere other than Google Drive?
Yes, swap Google Docs and Google Drive for Dropbox, OneDrive, or another storage tool connected to your MCP server.
Does this work for other content types?
Yes, adjust the prompt for landing pages, email copy, social posts, or any content format your briefs support.