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15 templates in this category

The Classic Founder AMA
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When to use this:

To build a personal brand for the founder and create a strong, transparent connection with the community.

Strategy:

This is the foundational AMA format. It positions the founder as accessible and open, building trust and a personal connection with the audience. The 'nothing is off-limits' approach encourages a wide range of questions.

Template:

I'm [Your Name], the founder of [Your Company]. For the next hour, I'm here to answer your questions. Ask me anything about: - Building the company from scratch - Our vision for the future - My biggest mistakes - My favorite productivity hack Literally, anything. Let's do this! #AMA
The Expert Deep Dive AMA
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When to use this:

To establish thought leadership in a specific domain and provide high-value, educational content.

Strategy:

This AMA focuses on a specific area of expertise. By bringing in a subject matter expert (like a lead developer or head of marketing), you provide targeted, high-value educational content for your audience.

Template:

Have questions about [Specific Topic, e.g., 'SEO in 2025']? You're in luck. Our Head of [Department], [Name], is a leading expert in the field and is hosting a live AMA this Wednesday. This is your chance to get free advice and insights that others pay thousands for. Drop your most challenging questions about [Specific Topic] below, and we'll answer them live!
The 'Behind the Feature' AMA
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When to use this:

To generate excitement around a new feature launch and show the thought and effort behind it.

Strategy:

This AMA takes your audience behind the curtain of product development. It connects them with the people who actually built a specific feature, revealing the 'why' and 'how' behind it, which builds product appreciation.

Template:

Ever wonder how our new [Feature Name] feature was built? Join the product manager, [PM's Name], and lead engineer, [Engineer's Name], for an AMA all about it. Ask them about: - The initial idea and problem we were solving - The technical challenges we faced - The design decisions we made - What's next for the feature Get the inside scoop directly from the builders!
The 'Hiring & Culture' AMA
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When to use this:

To attract top talent and provide a transparent view into your company culture for recruitment purposes.

Strategy:

This is a powerful recruitment tool. By hosting an AMA focused on your company culture and hiring process, you attract potential candidates and give them a transparent look at what it's *really* like to work for you.

Template:

Thinking about joining the [Your Company] team? We're hiring! Join our Head of People, [Name], for an AMA about our culture, our values, and what we look for in new hires. Ask us anything about: - Our interview process - Our benefits and perks - Our approach to remote work - What a typical day looks like Get your questions ready!
The 'Post-Mortem' Failure AMA
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When to use this:

To build immense trust and show accountability after a project failure or service outage.

Strategy:

This template builds radical trust through vulnerability. After a public failure or failed project, you host an open Q&A to discuss what went wrong, what you learned, and how you're moving forward. It shows extreme accountability.

Template:

Last month, we launched [Project Name], and it failed. We're not hiding from it. This Friday, I'm hosting a completely transparent AMA post-mortem. Ask me anything about: - Where our assumptions were wrong - What the financial impact was - How the team is handling it - What we're doing to prevent it from happening again No pre-screened questions. Just honest conversation.
The 'Roadmap & Future' AMA
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When to use this:

To align your community around your future vision and gather feedback on your product roadmap.

Strategy:

This AMA gives your community a say in the company's future. By openly discussing the product roadmap and future vision, you make your users feel like valued insiders and can gather valuable feedback on your strategic plans.

Template:

What's next for [Your Product]? Let's talk about it. I'm hosting an AMA to share our public roadmap for the next 6 months and our long-term vision. Come ask me about: - The features we're planning - The problems we're trying to solve - Our big, hairy, audacious goals Your feedback will help shape our future. Let's build it together.
The 'Ask a Power User' AMA
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When to use this:

To provide powerful social proof and peer-to-peer advice on how to succeed with your product.

Strategy:

This template flips the script. Instead of you answering questions, you invite a successful customer to do it. This provides incredible social proof, as the praise and advice come from a peer, not the company.

Template:

Don't ask us, ask an expert! We've invited [Customer's Name], who has achieved [amazing result], to host an AMA. This is your chance to ask a real power user about: - Their exact workflow - Their favorite hidden features - How they got buy-in from their team - Their #1 tip for new users Learn from the best! Drop your questions for [Customer's Name] below.
The 'Anonymous Questions' AMA
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When to use this:

To encourage candid feedback and answer the tough questions your audience might be afraid to ask.

Strategy:

By using a third-party tool that allows for anonymous questions, you encourage more candid, difficult, and interesting queries that people might be hesitant to ask publicly. This signals a true commitment to transparency.

Template:

Let's try something different. A fully anonymous AMA. I'll be live on Friday to answer your questions. You can submit them anonymously via [Link to Slido/other tool]. This means you can ask the really tough stuff: - Questions about our finances - Concerns about our strategy - The one thing you're afraid to say in public No question is off-limits. Let's get real.
The Team/Panel AMA
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When to use this:

To showcase team depth and provide diverse perspectives on a specific area of the business.

Strategy:

This template showcases the breadth of talent on your team by featuring multiple people. It's great for showing different perspectives and highlighting the collaborative nature of your company.

Template:

Meet the minds behind our [Department, e.g., 'Marketing'] team! Join [Name 1], [Name 2], and [Name 3] for a panel AMA. Ask our team about: - Our content strategy - How we run campaigns - The tools we can't live without - Our biggest wins and losses Get insights from the whole crew!
The Text-Based 'Slow AMA'
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When to use this:

To host a more accessible, in-depth Q&A for a global community without the pressure of a live event.

Strategy:

Instead of a live event, this AMA runs over several days in a specific channel (like Slack, Discord, or a forum thread). This allows for more thoughtful, detailed questions and answers, and is more accessible for a global audience.

Template:

This week is AMA week in our [Community Platform, e.g., 'Slack']! I'll be answering your questions all week in the #ama channel. This 'slow AMA' format means you can ask questions anytime, and I can provide more detailed, thoughtful answers. No need to clear your schedule. Just drop in and ask whatever's on your mind.
The 'Pre-Mortem' AMA
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When to use this:

To de-risk a future project by crowdsourcing potential challenges from your community.

Strategy:

This is a proactive and strategic AMA. Before starting a big new project, you ask your community to help you predict what could go wrong. It's a brilliant way to surface potential risks and show humility.

Template:

We're about to start our biggest project of the year: [Project Name]. Before we do, we need your help. Join us for a 'Pre-Mortem' AMA. Instead of asking about what we're building, we want you to ask: **'What could go wrong?'** - What are we not thinking about? - What's a potential pitfall? - What's our biggest blind spot? Help us see the future problems so we can solve them today.
The 'My Journey' AMA
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When to use this:

For individuals with an inspiring personal story to share advice and motivate their audience.

Strategy:

This is a narrative-focused AMA that centers on the personal or professional journey of an individual. It's designed to inspire and offer practical advice based on real-life experience.

Template:

From [Starting Point, e.g., 'a college dropout'] to [Current Achievement, e.g., 'a bootstrapped founder with $1M in revenue']. My journey hasn't been a straight line. I'm hosting an AMA to answer all your questions about it. Ask me about: - The early struggles - The key turning points - How I learned [a critical skill] - The advice I'd give my younger self Hope my story can help you on your own path.
The 'Just for Fun' AMA
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When to use this:

To build community and show the human, personal side of the people behind the brand.

Strategy:

This is a pure community-building AMA. It focuses on non-work topics to show the personality of the host and the brand, fostering a more friendly and informal relationship with the audience.

Template:

Let's take a break from work stuff. This Friday, I'm doing a 'just for fun' AMA. Ask me about: - My favorite books/movies/podcasts - The best trip I've ever taken - My secret go-to recipe - What I do to unwind Let's get to know each other beyond the business!
The 'Investor/Funder' AMA
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When to use this:

To build credibility and social proof, especially for a B2B or startup-focused audience.

Strategy:

This AMA leverages the authority and perspective of one of your investors. It provides valuable social proof and offers a unique 'outside-in' view on why your company is a good bet for the future.

Template:

Why did [Investor's Name] from [VC Firm] decide to invest in us? We've invited them to host a special AMA for our community! Ask them about: - What they look for in a startup - Why they believe in our market - Their vision for our company's future - Their advice for other aspiring founders Get a rare glimpse into the mind of a venture capitalist.
The 'Product Philosophy' AMA
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When to use this:

To attract a thoughtful audience and build a brand around strong product principles and values.

Strategy:

This high-level AMA goes beyond features to discuss the core principles and values that guide your product development. It attracts a more sophisticated audience that cares about the 'why' behind the 'what.'

Template:

Let's talk about *why* we build the way we build. Join me, the Head of Product, for an AMA on our Product Philosophy. Ask me about: - Our commitment to [Core Principle, e.g., 'simplicity'] - How we balance user requests with our long-term vision - Why we say 'no' to more features than we say 'yes' to - The ethical considerations of our work For those who care about how the sausage gets made.