However, most people use ai the same generic way.. There are some specific prompts that reveal much more value out of it. So, here are 10 back-breaking prompts you should immediately try to use today.
1. ‘explain this like i’m 12’
When you hit a hard concept, stick it in and have ai give you the “for dummies” version. This can be used on technical documents, legal text, financial reports – pretty much anything thats confusing. Gaining a clear understanding is always the first step to doing something with it.
2. ‘what am i missing?’
After planning a course of action, tell it to ai and ask: ‘what am i missing? What risks haven’t i thoughht about?’ it’s like having a second opinion from a wise experienced man.
3. ‘steelman the opposite position’
If you’ve made up your mind about something, get ai to help you come up with the strongest possible objection you can think of for your position. This will make you think more carefully and often will show you some genuine flaws in your planning.
4. ‘give me 10 different ways to approach this’
If you got stuck with one way, ask ai for 10 more options. Out of those ten you probably won’t need all, but you should reach a solutions you didn’t think off which is better by far.
5. ‘rewrite this to be half the length without losing the meaning’
Most writing is boringly long. One little prompt can fatten nearly anything you write right up. Without changing the essence, try it on reports, presentations and emails.
These prompts will work in every industry and every application. Copy and use this week, your interactions will change for the better.
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