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🌌 Rescue lost sales with one smart move.

Discover AI-powered downsell prompts that turn “not now” into “I’m in.”

Lost a sale? Here’s how to get it back. đźŚŚ

— AI prompts for downsells that feel helpful—not pushy.

Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes. â€” Wednesday, September 17th, 2025.

Hello again, Morphoicers!

You’ve worked hard to get a student onto your sales page. They click, they scroll, maybe even hit “checkout”… and then—poof. They’re gone.

Painful, right? But here’s the silver lining: a well-placed downsell can turn that “no” into a softer “not yet.”

This week in Tools of the Trade, we’re unpacking AI-powered downsell prompts—smart, student-friendly ways to re-engage hesitant buyers with lighter offers that keep them connected to your work.

Today’s Tool: Downsell Offer Prompts

Tool Type: AI Prompt Templates for Sales Recovery
Key Benefit: Win back potential customers who skip your main course by offering a smaller, lower-risk step forward.

Why Downsells Work

  • They remove financial or time barriers.

  • They offer a “starter” option that builds trust.

  • They keep students in your ecosystem instead of losing them forever.

And with AI prompts, you can spin up intentional downsell ideas in minutes—without looking desperate.

Prompt 1: Checkout Abandonment Downsell

Purpose: To generate a downsell offer for users who abandon checkout for an AI-driven course, providing a lower-priced, high-value alternative that re-captures hesitant buyers and serves as a gateway to the full course for e-commerce businesses.

Title: AI-Generated Checkout Abandonment Downsell for AI-Driven Course Offer.


Refined AI Prompt Template – Checkout Abandonment Downsell

1. Role / Persona
You are an expert in digital sales funnels, course pricing psychology, and downsell strategies. You specialize in crafting low-cost, high-value downsells for [offer type] on [topic] to convert hesitant [audience] in [niche], keeping them in the customer journey.

2. Context (1-Line Why-Use)
Use this prompt to create a downsell offer that re-captures [audience] who abandon checkout for a [offer type] on [topic], turning lost sales into entry-level conversions.

3. Objective
Generate one downsell offer for users who abandon checkout for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point]. The downsell must be lower-priced, deliver meaningful value, and act as a gateway to the full course.

4. Funnel Stage Tag
Sales → Downsell / Recovery

5. Input Variables (Placeholders)
- [topic] → e.g., AI-driven customer support
- [niche] → e.g., e-commerce
- [audience] → e.g., e-commerce store owners
- [offer type] → e.g., self-paced online course
- [price point] → e.g., €499
- [pain points] → e.g., technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
- [aspirations] → e.g., streamlined operations, increased sales

6. Output Requirements (Output Type: Offer Snapshot)
Provide exactly one downsell idea, formatted as:
- Downsell Name/Title
- Type (mini-course, template bundle, lite version, workshop replay, etc.)
- Description (what’s included & how it differs from the full course)
- Price Point (70–85% less than [price point])
- Positioning Angle (why it appeals to hesitant buyers)

7. Constraints
- Price must be 70–85% less than [price point] (e.g., €75–€150 for €499 course).
- Provide real value without cannibalizing the full [offer type].
- Act as a stepping stone to the full course.
- Keep delivery lightweight (e.g., templates, mini-trainings).
- Address [pain points] and [aspirations] in description.
- Limit description to 50 words.

8. Core Prompt
You are an expert in digital course downsells. Generate one downsell offer for users who abandon checkout for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point] for [audience] in [niche]. Present as Downsell Name/Title, Type, Description, Price Point, and Positioning Angle. Ensure the price is 70–85% less than [price point], delivers value, and acts as a gateway to the full course. Address [pain points] and [aspirations]. Use a professional, actionable tone. Suggest a visual aid (e.g., downsell page mockup) and recommend [tracking metrics].

9. Execution Steps (AI Output Structure)
- Overview: Purpose and strategy of the downsell offer.
- Downsell Offer Snapshot: Name, Type, Description, Price Point, Positioning Angle.
- Visual Suggestion: Recommend a visual (e.g., Canva downsell page mockup).
- Tracking Metrics: Suggest metrics (e.g., downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate).

10. Workflow Link
Fits into Sales Funnel Recovery Workflow:
- Detect checkout abandonment → Trigger this downsell offer.
- Feed details into “Sales Page Draft” prompt for downsell page.
- Use “Email Sequence: Cart Abandonment Recovery” prompt to drive traffic.
Pairs with:
- Generate Sales Page Copy Prompts (position downsell).
- Generate Email Sequence Prompts (market downsell).

11. Example Output
Topic: AI-Driven Customer Support
Niche: E-commerce
Audience: E-commerce store owners
Offer Type: Self-paced online course
Price Point: €499
Pain Points: Technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
Aspirations: Streamlined operations, increased sales
Tracking Metrics: Downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate

Overview: This prompt generates a downsell offer for a €499 self-paced AI-Driven Customer Support Course, re-capturing hesitant e-commerce store owners by addressing technical overwhelm with a low-cost, high-value gateway.

Downsell Offer Snapshot:
- Downsell Name/Title: AI Support Starter Pack
- Type: Template Bundle + Mini-Training
- Description: 5 AI chatbot scripts and a 30-minute training on basic AI setup, offering a taste of the full course’s automation strategies.
- Price Point: €97
- Positioning Angle: Affordable, quick-start solution for hesitant owners seeking immediate AI support wins without full commitment.

Visual Suggestion: Canva downsell page mockup with clear CTA and value highlights.
Tracking Metrics: Monitor downsell conversion rate and full course upsell rate via Thinkific analytics.

12. Optional Enhancements
- Include a limited-time discount for urgency (e.g., €97 for 48 hours).
- Add a sample email for cart abandonment recovery.
- Suggest a mini-course teaser to encourage full course upgrades.
- Offer a feedback survey to refine downsell appeal.

13. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Pricing downsell too close to [price point], reducing appeal.
- Offering low-value content that feels like a “cheap version.”
- Ignoring [pain points] or [aspirations] in positioning.
- Overcomplicating delivery, deterring impulse buys.

14. Additional Premium Enhancements
- Customization Options:
  - Users can specify [pain points], [aspirations], or [price point].
  - Adjust for [audience] segments (e.g., small vs. enterprise stores).
  - Tailor for [offer type] variations (e.g., hybrid course).
- Advanced Variations:
  - Variation 1: Focus on template-based downsells for quick wins.
  - Variation 2: Emphasize mini-course downsells for deeper engagement.
  - Variation 3: Include a subscription-based downsell option.
- Visual/Structural Guides:
  - Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup with value-focused design.
  - Include a funnel diagram for abandonment-to-downsell flow.

15. Review and Refinement Criteria
After completing the output, review for:
- Relevance: Does the downsell address [pain points] and [aspirations]?
- Value: Does it deliver meaningful value without cannibalizing the full course?
- Appeal: Is the price 70–85% less and suitable for impulse buys?
- Clarity: Is the positioning angle compelling for hesitant buyers?
- Impact: Do [tracking metrics] align with recovery and upsell goals?
Refine to ensure the downsell is professional, actionable, and conversion-focused.

16. Implementation Guide
Integrate the downsell into [delivery platform, e.g., Thinkific] checkout flow. Promote via cart abandonment emails and a dedicated downsell page. Track [tracking metrics] to optimize conversions and upsells.

17. Final Notes
This prompt ensures a low-cost, high-value downsell for a [offer type] on [topic], re-capturing hesitant [audience] in [niche] and guiding them toward the full course.

Indications of Use – Checkout Abandonment Downsell Prompt

Placeholders Explained

  • [topic] → Core subject of the course. Example: “AI-driven customer support.”

  • [offer type] → Format of your course. Example: “Self-paced online course.”

  • [niche] → Market segment. Example: “E-commerce.”

  • [audience] → Target learners. Example: “E-commerce store owners.”

  • [price point] → Original price of the full course. Example: “€499.”

  • [pain points] → Challenges your audience faces. Example: “Technical overwhelm.”

  • [aspirations] → Desired outcomes for your audience. Example: “Streamlined operations.”

Notes on Customization

  • Must Change Every Time:

    • [topic], [offer type], [niche], [audience], [price point] → ensures relevance and persuasive pricing.

  • Optional Enhancements:

    • Add a limited-time discount (e.g., €97 for 48 hours) to drive urgency.

    • Include a mini-course or template teaser to encourage upgrading to the full course.

    • Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup or funnel diagram for visual clarity.

    • Use a feedback survey to optimize future downsell offers.

Example Output:

Prompt 2: Mini-Course or Workbook Offer

Purpose: To generate a downsell product (mini-course, workbook, or toolkit) for an AI-driven course, offering a low-risk, high-value entry point for hesitant e-commerce store owners, priming them for the full course.

Title: AI-Generated Mini-Course or Workbook Downsell for AI-Driven Course Offer.


Refined AI Prompt Template – Mini-Course or Workbook Downsell

1. Role / Persona
You are an expert in course design, digital product downsells, and student motivation psychology. You specialize in creating starter downsell products for [offer type] on [topic] that provide [audience] in [niche] a low-risk, high-value entry point into the learning journey.

2. Context (1-Line Why-Use)
Use this prompt to design a mini-course, workbook, or toolkit downsell for a [offer type] on [topic], acting as a starter kit for hesitant [audience] to drive conversions.

3. Objective
Generate one downsell product for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point] that delivers a first step toward transformation at a lower price for [audience] in [niche].

4. Funnel Stage Tag
Sales → Downsell / Entry Product

5. Input Variables (Placeholders)
- [topic] → e.g., AI-driven customer support
- [niche] → e.g., e-commerce
- [audience] → e.g., e-commerce store owners
- [offer type] → e.g., self-paced online course
- [price point] → e.g., €499
- [pain points] → e.g., technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
- [aspirations] → e.g., streamlined operations, increased sales

6. Output Requirements (Output Type: Offer Snapshot)
Provide exactly one downsell product idea, formatted as:
- Product Name/Title
- Type (mini-course, workbook, toolkit, starter kit)
- Description (contents & how it helps students take a first step)
- Delivery Format (modules, workbook, checklists, templates, etc.)
- Price Point (€27–€97, impulse-buy tier)
- Positioning Angle (how to frame as a “starter” or “fast-track” product)

7. Constraints
- Lighter than the main [offer type] (1–2 modules, workbook, or templates).
- Deliver a clear, tangible outcome in less time.
- Price in €27–€97 range for impulse buys.
- Prime [audience] for the full course as a gateway product.
- Address [pain points] and [aspirations] in description.
- Limit description to 50 words.

8. Core Prompt
You are an expert in digital product downsells. Design one downsell product (mini-course, workbook, or toolkit) for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point] for [audience] in [niche]. Present as Product Name/Title, Type, Description, Delivery Format, Price Point, and Positioning Angle. Ensure price is €27–€97, delivers a tangible outcome, and primes for the full course. Address [pain points] and [aspirations]. Use a professional, actionable tone. Suggest a visual aid (e.g., downsell page mockup) and recommend [tracking metrics].

9. Execution Steps (AI Output Structure)
- Overview: Purpose and strategy of the downsell product.
- Downsell Product Snapshot: Name, Type, Description, Delivery Format, Price Point, Positioning Angle.
- Visual Suggestion: Recommend a visual (e.g., Canva downsell page mockup).
- Tracking Metrics: Suggest metrics (e.g., downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate).

10. Workflow Link
Fits into Sales Funnel Recovery Workflow:
- Detect checkout abandonment → Offer this downsell as a starter product.
- Feed details into “Sales Page Draft” prompt for downsell page.
- Use “Email Sequence: Downsell Follow-Up” prompt to market to hesitant buyers.
Pairs with:
- Generate Sales Page Copy Prompts (position downsell).
- Generate Email Sequence Prompts (market downsell).

11. Example Output
Topic: AI-Driven Customer Support
Niche: E-commerce
Audience: E-commerce store owners
Offer Type: Self-paced online course
Price Point: €499
Pain Points: Technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
Aspirations: Streamlined operations, increased sales
Tracking Metrics: Downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate

Overview: This prompt generates a downsell product for a €499 self-paced AI-Driven Customer Support Course, offering e-commerce store owners a low-risk entry point to address technical overwhelm and drive streamlined operations.

Downsell Product Snapshot:
- Product Name/Title: AI Support Quick-Start Kit
- Type: Toolkit
- Description: 10 AI chatbot scripts and a 20-minute training on basic setup, introducing core AI support strategies.
- Delivery Format: Swipe file (PDF + Google Docs) and video training
- Price Point: €67
- Positioning Angle: Fast-track starter kit for hesitant owners to test AI support without full commitment.

Visual Suggestion: Canva downsell page mockup with clear CTA and value highlights.
Tracking Metrics: Monitor downsell conversion rate and full course upsell rate via Thinkific analytics.

12. Optional Enhancements
- Include a limited-time discount (e.g., €67 for 72 hours).
- Add a sample email for downsell follow-up.
- Suggest a teaser module to encourage full course upgrades.
- Offer a feedback survey to refine downsell appeal.

13. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Creating a downsell that overshadows the full [offer type].
- Pricing outside €27–€97, reducing impulse buy appeal.
- Ignoring [pain points] or [aspirations] in positioning.
- Overcomplicating delivery, deterring quick adoption.

14. Additional Premium Enhancements
- Customization Options:
  - Users can specify [pain points], [aspirations], or [price point].
  - Adjust for [audience] segments (e.g., small vs. enterprise stores).
  - Tailor for [offer type] variations (e.g., hybrid course).
- Advanced Variations:
  - Variation 1: Focus on workbook-based downsells for quick wins.
  - Variation 2: Emphasize mini-course downsells for deeper engagement.
  - Variation 3: Include a checklist-based starter kit.
- Visual/Structural Guides:
  - Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup with value-focused design.
  - Include a funnel diagram for abandonment-to-downsell flow.

15. Review and Refinement Criteria
After completing the output, review for:
- Relevance: Does the downsell address [pain points] and [aspirations]?
- Value: Does it deliver a tangible outcome without overshadowing the full course?
- Appeal: Is the price €27–€97 and suitable for impulse buys?
- Clarity: Is the positioning angle compelling for hesitant buyers?
- Impact: Do [tracking metrics] align with recovery and upsell goals?
Refine to ensure the downsell is professional, actionable, and conversion-focused.

16. Implementation Guide
Integrate the downsell into [delivery platform, e.g., Thinkific] checkout flow. Promote via cart abandonment emails and a dedicated downsell page. Track [tracking metrics] to optimize conversions and upsells.

17. Final Notes
This prompt ensures a low-risk, high-value downsell for a [offer type] on [topic], re-capturing hesitant [audience] in [niche] and priming them for the full course.

Indications of Use – Mini-Course or Workbook Downsell Prompt

Placeholders Explained

  • [topic] → Core subject of the main course. Example: “AI-driven customer support.”

  • [offer type] → Format of the full course. Example: “Self-paced online course.”

  • [niche] → Market segment. Example: “E-commerce.”

  • [audience] → Target learners. Example: “E-commerce store owners.”

  • [price point] → Original price of the full course. Example: “€499.”

  • [pain points] → Challenges your audience faces. Example: “Technical overwhelm.”

  • [aspirations] → Desired outcomes for your audience. Example: “Streamlined operations.”

Notes on Customization

  • Must Change Every Time:

    • [topic], [offer type], [niche], [audience], [price point] → ensures relevance and correct pricing.

  • Optional Enhancements:

    • Add a limited-time discount (e.g., €67 for 72 hours) to increase urgency.

    • Include a teaser module, templates, or checklist to encourage upgrading to the full course.

    • Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup or funnel diagram for visual clarity.

    • Use a feedback survey to refine downsell positioning and appeal.

Example Output:

Prompt 3: Community-Only Access

Purpose: To generate a community-only downsell offer for an AI-driven course, capturing hesitant e-commerce store owners with affordable networking and peer support, designed to foster engagement and prime them for future upsells to the full course.

Title: AI-Generated Community-Only Access Downsell for AI-Driven Course Offer.


Refined AI Prompt Template – Community-Only Access Downsell

1. Role / Persona
You are an expert in online learning communities, peer support systems, and membership monetization. You specialize in creating community-first downsells for a [offer type] on [topic], providing [audience] in [niche] with networking, accountability, and support at an accessible price to encourage future upsells.

2. Context (1-Line Why-Use)
Use this prompt to design a community-only downsell for a [offer type] on [topic], capturing hesitant [audience] with networking and peer support as a low-risk entry to the course ecosystem.

3. Objective
Generate one community-only downsell offer for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point], emphasizing networking, accountability, and peer support for [audience] in [niche] at a low monthly subscription price.

4. Funnel Stage Tag
Sales → Downsell / Community Access

5. Input Variables (Placeholders)
- [topic] → e.g., AI-driven customer support
- [niche] → e.g., e-commerce
- [audience] → e.g., e-commerce store owners
- [offer type] → e.g., self-paced online course
- [price point] → e.g., €499
- [community platform] → e.g., Discord
- [pain points] → e.g., technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
- [aspirations] → e.g., streamlined operations, increased sales

6. Output Requirements (Output Type: Offer Snapshot)
Provide exactly one downsell offer, formatted as:
- Offer Name/Title
- Type (Community-only membership)
- Description (what’s included & how it supports students)
- Delivery Format (group platform + what happens inside)
- Price Point (€19–€29/month)
- Positioning Angle (why it appeals to hesitant buyers)

7. Constraints
- Community-only access (no full [offer type] content).
- Price in €19–€29/month range for accessibility.
- Emphasize networking, accountability, and peer support.
- Position as a “starter” access point to encourage full course upsells.
- Address [pain points] and [aspirations] in description.
- Limit description to 50 words.

8. Core Prompt
You are an expert in online learning communities. Generate one community-only downsell offer for a [offer type] on [topic] priced at [price point] for [audience] in [niche], hosted on [community platform]. Present as Offer Name/Title, Type, Description, Delivery Format, Price Point, and Positioning Angle. Ensure price is €19–€29/month, emphasizes networking and support, addresses [pain points] and [aspirations], and primes for full course upsells. Use a professional, actionable tone. Suggest a visual aid (e.g., downsell page mockup) and recommend [tracking metrics].

9. Execution Steps (AI Output Structure)
- Overview: Purpose and strategy of the community-only downsell offer.
- Downsell Offer Snapshot: Name, Type, Description, Delivery Format, Price Point, Positioning Angle.
- Visual Suggestion: Recommend a visual (e.g., Canva downsell page mockup).
- Tracking Metrics: Suggest metrics (e.g., downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate).

10. Workflow Link
Fits into Sales Funnel Recovery & Retention Workflow:
- Detect checkout abandonment → Offer this community-only downsell.
- Feed details into “Sales Page Draft” prompt for community offer page.
- Use “Email Sequence: Community Invitation” prompt to market as a low-risk entry.
Pairs with:
- Generate Sales Page Copy Prompts (position downsell).
- Generate Email Sequence Prompts (market downsell).

11. Example Output
Topic: AI-Driven Customer Support
Niche: E-commerce
Audience: E-commerce store owners
Offer Type: Self-paced online course
Price Point: €499
Community Platform: Discord
Pain Points: Technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
Aspirations: Streamlined operations, increased sales
Tracking Metrics: Downsell conversion rate, full course upsell rate

Overview: This prompt generates a community-only downsell for a €499 self-paced AI-Driven Customer Support Course, capturing hesitant e-commerce store owners with affordable networking and support, priming them for full course upsells by addressing technical overwhelm and fostering streamlined operations.

Downsell Offer Snapshot:
- Offer Name/Title: AI Support Peer Network
- Type: Community-only membership
- Description: A private community for e-commerce owners to share AI support strategies, troubleshoot issues, and network, with bi-weekly Q&A calls.
- Delivery Format: Discord community + bi-weekly Zoom Q&A
- Price Point: €22/month
- Positioning Angle: Affordable entry for hesitant owners seeking peer support and AI insights to ease technical overwhelm without full course commitment.

Visual Suggestion: Canva downsell page mockup highlighting community benefits and CTA.
Tracking Metrics: Monitor downsell conversion rate and full course upsell rate via Thinkific analytics.

12. Optional Enhancements
- Offer a discounted first month (e.g., €15 for 30 days).
- Include a sample community invitation email template.
- Suggest a teaser Q&A session to showcase full course value.
- Provide a feedback survey to optimize community engagement.

13. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Including [offer type] content, undermining the full course.
- Pricing above €29/month, reducing accessibility.
- Neglecting [pain points] or [aspirations] in positioning.
- Overloading community with complex activities, deterring participation.

14. Additional Premium Enhancements
- Customization Options:
  - Users can specify [pain points], [aspirations], or [community platform].
  - Adjust for [audience] segments (e.g., small vs. enterprise stores).
  - Tailor for [offer type] variations (e.g., group program).
- Advanced Variations:
  - Variation 1: Focus on accountability-driven community features.
  - Variation 2: Emphasize networking and resource-sharing focus.
  - Variation 3: Include a trial period (e.g., 7-day free community access).
- Visual/Structural Guides:
  - Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup with community-focused design.
  - Include a funnel diagram for abandonment-to-community conversion flow.

15. Review and Refinement Criteria
After completing the output, review for:
- Relevance: Does the downsell address [pain points] and [aspirations]?
- Value: Does it emphasize networking and support without course content?
- Accessibility: Is the price €19–€29/month and appealing to hesitant buyers?
- Clarity: Is the positioning angle compelling and clear?
- Impact: Do [tracking metrics] align with recovery and upsell goals?
Refine to ensure the downsell is professional, actionable, and retention-focused.

16. Implementation Guide
Integrate the downsell into [delivery platform, e.g., Thinkific] checkout flow. Promote via cart abandonment emails and a dedicated community offer page. Track [tracking metrics] to optimize conversions and upsell rates.

17. Final Notes
This prompt delivers a low-cost, community-only downsell for a [offer type] on [topic], engaging hesitant [audience] in [niche] with networking and support, priming them for full course upsells.

Indications of Use – Community-Only Access Downsell Prompt

Placeholders Explained

  • [topic] → Core subject of the main course. Example: “AI-driven customer support.”

  • [offer type] → Format of the full course. Example: “Self-paced online course.”

  • [niche] → Market segment. Example: “E-commerce.”

  • [audience] → Target learners. Example: “E-commerce store owners.”

  • [price point] → Original price of the full course. Example: “€499.”

  • [community platform] → Platform where the community will exist. Example: “Discord.”

  • [pain points] → Challenges your audience faces. Example: “Technical overwhelm.”

  • [aspirations] → Desired outcomes for your audience. Example: “Streamlined operations.”

Notes on Customization

  • Must Change Every Time:

    • [topic], [offer type], [niche], [audience], [price point], [community platform] → ensures relevance and correct positioning.

  • Optional Enhancements:

    • Offer a discounted first month (e.g., €15) for faster conversion.

    • Include a sample community invitation email.

    • Add a teaser Q&A session to highlight value and entice full-course upgrades.

    • Include a feedback survey to refine engagement strategies.

    • Suggest a Canva downsell page mockup or funnel diagram to show community benefits.

Example Output:

Prompt 4: Exit-Intent Automation

Purpose: To generate three exit-intent offers (low-ticket product, freebie, and community trial/waitlist) for an AI-driven course, designed to reduce cart abandonment and capture leads from hesitant e-commerce store owners, keeping them in the sales funnel.

Title: AI-Generated Exit-Intent Automation Offers for AI-Driven Course.



Refined AI Prompt Template – Exit-Intent Automation

1. Title
Exit-Intent Automation: Generate 3 Downsell or Lead-Capture Offers for [niche audience]

2. Purpose
Reduce cart abandonment and capture leads by showing automated downsells, freebies, or trial offers to [audience] exiting a [offer type] sales page for [topic] without purchasing.

3. Funnel Stage Tags
Sales → Funnel → Conversion Boost

4. Role
You are an expert in sales psychology, conversion optimization, and funnel automation, specializing in creating exit-intent offers for [offer type] on [topic] to recover lost sales or capture leads for [audience] in [niche].

5. Context (1-Line Use Case)
Use this when [audience] abandon the [offer type] sales page for [topic] to recover lost sales or capture leads into the funnel.

6. Input Variables
- [topic] → e.g., AI-driven customer support
- [niche] → e.g., e-commerce
- [audience] → e.g., e-commerce store owners
- [offer type] → e.g., self-paced online course
- [primary offer price] → e.g., €499
- [downsells type] → low-ticket product, freebie, community trial/waitlist
- [platform/tool] → e.g., Thinkific
- [tone/style] → e.g., professional and nurturing
- [pain points] → e.g., technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
- [aspirations] → e.g., streamlined operations, increased sales

7. Instructions to AI
Generate three exit-intent offers for [audience] leaving the [offer type] sales page for [topic] priced at [primary offer price] without purchasing. Include:
- Option 1: Low-ticket product (≤ €47)
- Option 2: Freebie or mini-resource (e.g., challenge, guide, workbook)
- Option 3: Community trial or waitlist invite
For each option, provide:
- Offer Title
- 1-line Benefit Statement
- Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)
Output in bullet-point list format, ensuring offers align with [pain points] and [aspirations], are deliverable via [platform/tool], and match [tone/style].

8. Constraints
- Keep each offer to 2–3 lines.
- Low-ticket downsell price ≤ €47.
- Copy must be benefit-driven and align with [tone/style].
- Offers must address [pain points] and [aspirations].
- Ensure offers are lightweight and encourage full course upsells.

9. Output Format
Type: Bullet-point list of three offers
Each Offer Includes: Title → Benefit Statement → CTA

10. Example Output
Topic: AI-Driven Customer Support
Niche: E-commerce
Audience: E-commerce store owners
Offer Type: Self-paced online course
Primary Offer Price: €499
Downsells Type: Low-ticket product, freebie, community trial
Platform/Tool: Thinkific
Tone/Style: Professional and nurturing
Pain Points: Technical overwhelm, low tech adoption
Aspirations: Streamlined operations, increased sales

Overview: This prompt generates three exit-intent offers to recover lost sales or capture leads from e-commerce store owners abandoning a €499 AI-Driven Customer Support Course sales page, addressing technical overwhelm and promoting streamlined operations.

- AI Quickstart Toolkit: Get 5 AI chatbot scripts for instant customer support automation. €37. [CTA: Grab Your Toolkit Now]
- Free AI Support Guide: Discover 3 simple AI strategies to streamline your store’s support in this quick PDF guide. [CTA: Download Free Guide]
- AI Support Community Trial: Join our private Discord for 7 days free to network and learn AI tips. [CTA: Start Your Free Trial]

Visual Suggestion: Canva exit-intent popup mockup with clear CTA buttons.
Tracking Metrics: Monitor offer conversion rate and full course upsell rate via Thinkific analytics.

11. Workflow Link
Fits into Sales Funnel Recovery & Retention Workflow:
- Detect exit-intent on [platform/tool] → Trigger these offers.
- Feed details into “Sales Page Draft” prompt for downsell/lead-capture pages.
- Use “Email Sequence: Cart Abandonment Recovery” prompt to follow up.
Pairs with:
- Generate Sales Page Copy Prompts (position offers).
- Generate Email Sequence Prompts (market offers).

12. Optional Enhancements
- Include a limited-time discount for the low-ticket offer (e.g., €37 for 24 hours).
- Add a sample exit-intent popup script for [platform/tool].
- Suggest a teaser resource to encourage full course upsells.
- Offer a feedback survey to refine offer effectiveness.

13. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Pricing low-ticket offer above €47, reducing appeal.
- Offering generic resources unrelated to [pain points] or [aspirations].
- Overcomplicating delivery, deterring quick conversions.
- Failing to align with [tone/style], weakening engagement.

14. Additional Premium Enhancements
- Customization Options:
  - Users can specify [pain points], [aspirations], or [platform/tool].
  - Adjust for [audience] segments (e.g., small vs. enterprise stores).
  - Tailor for [offer type] variations (e.g., group program).
- Advanced Variations:
  - Variation 1: Focus on low-ticket template-based downsells.
  - Variation 2: Emphasize freebie-driven lead capture.
  - Variation 3: Include a waitlist with exclusive previews.
- Visual/Structural Guides:
  - Suggest a Canva exit-intent popup mockup with benefit-driven copy.
  - Include a funnel diagram for exit-intent-to-conversion flow.

15. Review and Refinement Criteria
After completing the output, review for:
- Relevance: Do offers address [pain points] and [aspirations]?
- Appeal: Is the low-ticket price ≤ €47 and suitable for impulse buys?
- Clarity: Are CTAs clear and compelling in [tone/style]?
- Feasibility: Are offers deliverable via [platform/tool]?
- Impact: Do [tracking metrics] align with recovery and upsell goals?
Refine to ensure offers are professional, actionable, and conversion-focused.

16. Implementation Guide
Integrate exit-intent offers into [platform/tool, e.g., Thinkific] using popup triggers. Promote via follow-up emails for non-converters. Track [tracking metrics] to optimize conversions and upsell rates.

17. Final Notes
This prompt delivers three exit-intent offers for a [offer type] on [topic], recovering hesitant [audience] in [niche] and guiding them toward full course purchases.

Indications of Use – Exit-Intent Automation Prompt

Placeholders Explained

  • [topic] → Core subject of the main course. Example: “AI-driven customer support.”

  • [offer type] → Format of the full course. Example: “Self-paced online course.”

  • [niche] → Market segment. Example: “E-commerce.”

  • [audience] → Target learners. Example: “E-commerce store owners.”

  • [primary offer price] → Original price of the full course. Example: “€499.”

  • [downsells type] → Types of exit-intent offers. Default: low-ticket product, freebie, community trial/waitlist.

  • [platform/tool] → Tool/platform to deliver offers. Example: “Thinkific.”

  • [tone/style] → Copywriting style. Example: “Professional and nurturing.”

  • [pain points] → Challenges your audience faces. Example: “Technical overwhelm.”

  • [aspirations] → Desired outcomes for your audience. Example: “Streamlined operations.”

Notes on Customization

  • Must Change Every Time:

    • [topic], [offer type], [niche], [audience], [primary offer price], [platform/tool] → ensures relevance and proper positioning.

  • Optional Enhancements:

    • Include a limited-time discount for the low-ticket offer (e.g., €37 for 24 hours).

    • Add a sample exit-intent popup script.

    • Suggest a teaser resource to encourage full-course upsells.

    • Offer a feedback survey to refine offer effectiveness.

    • Visual aid recommendation: Canva exit-intent popup mockup or funnel diagram showing exit-intent-to-conversion flow.

Key Usage Points

  • Each offer must be 2–3 lines, lightweight, and immediately actionable.

  • Low-ticket offer ≤ €47; freebies and community trials should emphasize low-risk engagement.

  • Copy must align with [tone/style] and address [pain points] and [aspirations].

  • Exit-intent offers serve as a gateway to the full course, not replacements.

  • Track conversions and full-course upsell rates via the chosen platform ([platform/tool]).

Example Output:

Mini Review: Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Rescues sales that would otherwise vanish

  • Builds long-term trust and loyalty

  • Simple to set up with automation

Cons

  • Lower initial revenue

  • Needs careful positioning so it doesn’t compete with your main offer

Verdict: Downsells are not throwaway offers—they’re stepping stones. Done right, they keep your funnel alive and your students moving.

Top 5 Industry News

  • ThriveCart rolls out real-time downsell triggers

  • Kajabi debuts “lite offer” templates

  • ConvertKit tests dynamic exit-intent popups

  • Thinkific adds instant low-ticket offers via Stripe

  • Podia automates “trial memberships” for community access

Takeaways for Course Creators

  1. Create a downsell that solves one small, urgent problem.

  2. Trigger it automatically at checkout or page exit.

  3. Frame it as a stepping stone—not a competitor.

Until next time, keep every lead in play,

— Valentine.
Morphoices | The solopreneur’s favorite AI course creation companion.

P. S. â€” I’ve been mapping out topics for the next few months — what’s one challenge you’d love me to tackle in a Deep Dive?

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