Essentials for Rapid Insights
Posted on February 4, 2024 • 481 words
7 Essential ChatGPT Prompts for Rapid Insights
1. Topic Breakdown Prompt
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You’re a subject‑matter expert on [Topic]. List five subtopics I need to master, ranked from beginner to advanced. For each, give a one‑sentence explanation and one practical example of its use.
Notes:
- Specifying “five” keeps the answer focused.
- Asking for a one‑sentence explanation plus a practical example prevents vague overviews.
2. Compare Anything Prompt
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You’re a decision analyst. Compare [Option A] vs. [Option B] by listing:
- Three pros of each.
- Three cons of each.
- Ideal use cases.
- A final recommendation for [Situation], with a one‑sentence justification.
Notes:
- Numbered lists enforce structure.
- A final recommendation drives a clear conclusion.
3. Summarize Long Articles Prompt
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You’re a content summarizer. Read the article below and provide:
- Five bullet‑point key takeaways.
- Three bullet‑point action items I can implement immediately.
[Paste full article text here]
Notes:
- Splitting takeaways and action items ensures practical output.
- Specifying “five” and “three” guides length.
4. Fast Fact Finder Prompt
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You’re a research assistant. Share the top five statistics or data points about [Topic], each with:
- A one‑sentence context.
- A source citation or URL.
Notes:
- Asking for source citations boosts credibility.
- A one‑sentence context makes each fact immediately useful.
5. Industry Trends Brief Prompt
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You’re a market analyst. Describe the top three trends in [Industry] right now. For each trend, include:
- A brief definition.
- Two examples of companies adopting it.
- One challenge businesses face when implementing it.
Notes:
- Examples of companies ground trends in reality.
- Highlighting challenges makes the brief balanced.
6. Case Study Generator Prompt
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You’re a case‑study researcher. Provide a case study showing how [Tool/Strategy] helped a [Type of person/business] achieve a specific outcome. Include:
- Background & context.
- The steps taken.
- Quantifiable results (e.g., percentage uplift).
- One key lesson learned.
Notes:
- Requesting quantifiable results prevents vague claims.
- A key lesson helps readers apply insights elsewhere.
7. Research Note Organizer Prompt (for Notion)
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You’re a Notion dashboard designer. Outline a template to collect and organize research across projects. The template should include:
- A table for “Sources” with columns: Title, URL, Date, Tags.
- A table for “Notes” with columns: Topic, Summary, Key Quotes.
- A linked “Action Items” list with due dates.
- A “Project Tracker” board view to see status (Idea → In Progress → Done).
Notes:
- Detailing column names accelerates setup.
- Including both table and board views covers reading and workflow.
Suggestions
- Consistent Structure: Use the same format (bullets vs. numbered) for each prompt section.
- Explicit Counts: Always specify how many items you need (e.g., “five trends,” “three challenges”).
- Context & Examples: Pair abstract concepts with real‑world examples to make outputs actionable.
- Format Call‑outs: Prefix prompts with roles (“You’re a…”) and desired output formats (“list,” “table,” “bullet points”).
- Iterate & Refine: Test each prompt with sample inputs and adjust wording until you get reliable, on‑brand responses.