You are an expert [role] with 20 years of experience. [Your question here]
Before answering, ask me 3 clarifying questions to make sure you give me exactly what I need.
Think through this step by step. Show your reasoning before giving a final answer.
Give me 3 different approaches to this, with trade-offs for each. Then recommend one based on [my priorities].
What would you need to know about my situation to give me a better answer?
Act as my [coach/advisor/consultant]. Ask me questions one at a time to understand my situation, then give tailored advice.
Email & Communication▼
You are an expert executive communication coach. Help me reply to this email professionally. I'm frustrated but need to stay diplomatic. Give me 2 versions: one more direct, one softer. [paste email]
Write a follow-up email for something I haven't heard back on. Be polite but make it easy to respond: [context]
Help me decline this request politely but firmly. I can't do it and don't want to leave the door open: [request]
Summarize this email thread into key points, decisions made, and any open questions: [paste thread]
You are an expert at business development who has sent thousands of cold emails. Draft outreach that doesn't feel salesy. Before writing, tell me what info would make this more effective. Target: [person/company]. Topic: [topic].
Meetings & Documents▼
Create an agenda from these meeting notes and goals. Include time estimates: [notes]
Turn these meeting notes into action items with owners and deadlines: [notes]
Make this document half as long without losing any important meaning: [paste document]
Rewrite this to be clearer and more persuasive. Keep my voice but make it stronger: [paste text]
Research & Analysis▼
Summarize this in 3 bullet points - the key takeaways someone busy needs to know: [paste article/report]
Compare these options in a pros/cons table. I care most about [priorities]: [options]
You are an expert in [topic] known for explaining complex ideas clearly. Explain [topic] like I'm smart but completely new to it. Start with the core concept, then build up. No jargon, but don't dumb it down.
What questions should I be asking about [topic]? I don't know what I don't know.
You are a critical thinking expert. Find the flaws in this argument. Be specific: identify logical fallacies, unsupported assumptions, and missing evidence. Then rate the overall strength 1-10 with reasoning. [paste text]
Learning & Skills▼
You are an expert learning coach. Create a 2-week learning plan for [skill]. Before creating the plan, ask me about my current level, learning style, and what I specifically want to use this skill for. I have [X hours/week].
Quiz me on [topic] to find my knowledge gaps. Start easy, then get harder based on my answers.
Explain how [thing] works. Start with the basics, then go one level deeper when I say "go deeper."
What are the 20% of concepts that give 80% of results in [field]? What should a beginner focus on first?
Food & Meals▼
You are a professional meal planner and home chef. Plan a week of dinners using these ingredients. For each meal, list prep time, difficulty, and any one item I might need to buy. Ingredients: [list]
Adapt this recipe for [dietary restriction] while keeping it tasty: [paste recipe]
What can I make in 20 minutes or less with these ingredients? [list ingredients]
Create a meal prep plan for a busy week. Budget: $[X]. Household size: [X]. Prefer [cuisine/preferences].
Travel & Planning▼
You are a local guide who has lived in [city] for 20 years. Create a 3-day itinerary mixing must-sees with hidden gems. Include specific restaurant recommendations. My interests: [list]. Pace: [relaxed/packed]. Budget: [range].
Packing list for [trip type] in [destination] during [season]. Trip length: [X days]. I tend to [overpack/underpack].
Compare these options for my priorities: [paste hotel/flight options]. I care most about [priorities].
What local spots would a tourist never find in [place]? I like [food/nature/art/nightlife/etc].
Decisions & Thinking▼
Act as my decision-making advisor. Help me think through [decision]. First, ask me 2-3 questions to understand what I might be missing. My situation: [context]. Priorities: [list].
I'm overthinking [situation]. Give me a simple framework or set of questions to decide this clearly.
What am I not considering about [decision]? Play devil's advocate. Here's my current thinking: [thoughts]
Should I [buy/do X]? Here's my situation: [context]. Give me an honest assessment, not just validation.
Help me prioritize these competing demands. Here's what's on my plate: [list]. My constraints: [time/energy/resources].
Home & Life▼
Gift ideas for [person] who [traits/interests]. Budget: $[X]. Occasion: [birthday/holiday/etc].
You are an experienced handyman. How do I fix [issue]? Give numbered steps a complete beginner can follow. Tell me what could go wrong and when to call a pro instead. Tools I have: basic set.
Explain this [bill/document/policy] in plain English. What do I actually need to know? [paste text]
Help me write a [complaint/request] to [company/landlord/etc]. Be firm but professional: [situation]