“Act as a strategic business advisor. I need to make a decision about [DESCRIBE YOUR DECISION]. Please provide:

1. A comprehensive analysis of potential outcomes (best case, worst case, and most likely scenarios)

2. Key stakeholders affected and their likely reactions

3. Short-term (0-6 months) and long-term (1-3 years) implications

4. Critical success factors and potential risks

5. Data points or metrics I should consider before deciding

6. Three strategic questions I should ask my team before moving forward

Format this as an executive briefing with clear sections and actionable insights.”

“I need to present [TOPIC/PROJECT] to our board of directors. Please create a board-ready executive summary that includes:

1. Executive Overview (2-3 sentences capturing the essence)

2. Current Situation and Key Challenges

3. Proposed Solution or Strategic Direction

4. Financial Implications (investment required, expected ROI, timeline)

5. Risk Assessment (3-5 key risks with mitigation strategies)

6. Success Metrics and KPIs

7. Recommendation and Next Steps

Keep it under 500 words, using clear language that board members without technical expertise can understand. Include a one-sentence ‘TL;DR’ at the top.”

“I’m an executive with limited time. Help me delegate this task/project effectively: [DESCRIBE TASK]

Please provide:

1. Task breakdown: Which elements require my direct involvement vs. can be delegated?

2. Ideal skill set and experience level needed for the delegated portions

3. Clear success criteria and deliverables

4. Key decision points where I need to stay involved

5. A delegation brief I can share with my team (objectives, authority level, resources, timeline)

6. Check-in schedule and milestone structure

7. Potential pitfalls and how to prevent them

Help me delegate with confidence while maintaining quality and strategic oversight.”

“We’re facing a crisis situation: [DESCRIBE SITUATION]. I need to communicate with [AUDIENCE: employees/customers/stakeholders/public].

Create a crisis communication message that:

1. Acknowledges the situation clearly and honestly

2. Shows empathy and understanding of concerns

3. Explains what we know and what we’re still investigating

4. Outlines immediate actions being taken

5. Provides a clear timeline for updates

6. Demonstrates leadership and accountability

7. Includes contact information for questions/concerns

Tone should be: [professional, compassionate, transparent, confident]. Provide both a short version (for immediate release) and a longer version (for detailed communication).”

“Act as a competitive intelligence analyst. I need insights on [COMPETITOR/INDUSTRY TREND]. Based on publicly available information, provide:

1. Executive Summary of competitive position

2. Competitor’s apparent strategy and recent moves

3. Their strengths and vulnerabilities

4. Market trends they’re capitalizing on (or missing)

5. Implications for our business strategy

6. Strategic opportunities this creates for us

7. Recommended actions (3-5 specific initiatives)

8. Key questions for further investigation

Present this as a strategic brief that I can discuss with my leadership team. Focus on actionable insights rather than just data.”

“I have an important meeting about [TOPIC] with [ATTENDEES/STAKEHOLDERS]. Meeting objective: [STATE GOAL].

Help me prepare by providing:

1. Suggested agenda with time allocations

2. Key points I must cover

3. Likely questions or objections and suggested responses

4. Data points or evidence I should have ready

5. Stakeholder analysis (each person’s likely priorities and concerns)

6. Opening statement (2-3 minutes) to frame the discussion effectively

7. Desired outcomes and how to guide discussion toward them

8. Potential obstacles and how to address them

9. Follow-up actions to propose

Format as a meeting prep brief I can review 15 minutes before the meeting.”

“I’m preparing a performance review for [EMPLOYEE ROLE] who reports to me. Context: [BRIEFLY DESCRIBE PERFORMANCE, KEY PROJECTS, CHALLENGES].

Help me create a comprehensive performance review that includes:

1. Summary of key accomplishments and contributions

2. Assessment across core competencies (leadership, execution, innovation, collaboration)

3. Areas of strength with specific examples

4. Growth opportunities (framed constructively)

5. Impact on team and organizational goals

6. Development plan for next review period

7. Career path discussion points

8. Specific, actionable goals for next period (3-5 goals)

Tone should be balanced, specific, and developmental. Include talking points for the review conversation that encourage dialogue rather than monologue.”

“Help me develop a strategic plan for [INITIATIVE/DEPARTMENT/COMPANY GOAL]. Current situation: [DESCRIBE]. Timeframe: [SPECIFY].

Create a strategic plan framework that includes:

1. Vision statement and strategic objectives

2. Current state assessment (where we are now)

3. Desired future state (where we want to be)

4. Gap analysis (what’s preventing us from getting there)

5. Strategic initiatives (3-5 major workstreams to close the gap)

6. Resource requirements (people, budget, technology)

7. Key milestones and timeline

8. Success metrics and KPIs

9. Risk factors and mitigation strategies

10. Quick wins (30-60-90 day priorities)

Present this as a strategic planning document that can guide execution and be shared with stakeholders.”

“I need to respond to this email: [PASTE EMAIL OR DESCRIBE SITUATION]

My goal is to: [e.g., decline politely, request more information, provide direction, etc.]

Please draft a response that:

1. Addresses all key points raised

2. Maintains a [professional/warm/direct] tone

3. Is concise and respects the recipient’s time

4. Provides clear next steps or actions

5. Preserves relationships while being honest

6. Reflects executive-level communication standards

If declining or delivering difficult news, ensure it’s done diplomatically. If delegating, make it clear without seeming dismissive. Provide 2 versions: one more formal, one slightly more conversational, so I can choose based on my relationship with the recipient.”

“I’m facing multiple competing priorities. Help me evaluate and prioritize them strategically.

Here are my current commitments/opportunities: [LIST 5-10 ITEMS]

For each item, assess:

1. Strategic importance (impact on business goals)

2. Urgency (time sensitivity)

3. Resource requirements (time, budget, people)

4. Risk if delayed or not done

5. Opportunity cost of pursuing vs. not pursuing

Then provide:

– A prioritized list with clear rationale

– Recommended focus for next 30/60/90 days

– Items to delegate, defer, or decline

– Trade-offs I should consider

– Questions to help me validate this prioritization

Present as a decision matrix that I can use to explain priorities to my team and stakeholders.”