General Prompt Guidance
- Be descriptive of the task that you are trying to accomplish. –
- Be direct. Do this, Never do this. And do not make it up if you don’t know.
- Provide as much context to start to achieve the best results.
- Give the prompt a “role” like, “You are an expert on building marketing campaigns”
- Describe your target audience.
- Create a brainstorming session to start.
- Use the outputs of this session to include in your overall prompt.
- Iterate, ask from different views and perspectives.
- Describe the output that you are looking for.
- Image
- Marketing Plan
- Spreadsheet
- Slide Outlines
- Have fun and keep it iterating. The more you dig in the better the output.
CREATE Method Framework
- C: Character – Define the Al’s role. E.g., “You are a seasoned copywriter with 20 years of experience in successful sales copy.”
- R: Request – Be specific with what you need. Instead of “Write a sales email for a sports car,” specify, “Write a compelling email for the Cougar Hyper Sport, an electric car with top-tier acceleration.”
- E: Examples – Optionally, provide samples for more precise results. Headlines or tone examples can guide the Al’s style.
- A: Adjustments – Refine the prompt if it’s not perfect. Use instructions like, “Avoid bullet points; use subheads.”
- T: Type of Output – Describe the desired format. E.g., “Produce a 500-word article with a title and conclusion.”
- E: Extras – Incorporate unique instructions.
- Ex: “Ignore previous conversations.”
- Ex: “Ask questions before answering.”
- Ex: “Explain your thinking.”
- Ex: “Summarize what you know about me in the first person.”
- Ex: “Use data up to 2023.”
- Ex: “Only use reliable sources and cite them.”
- Ex: “Use CAPS LOCK for emphasis.”
Using the C.R.E.A.T.E formula ensures better results, although it may require more time for prompt creation.
Useful Links
Prompts4All.com – A free collection of prompts that can help build a creative prompt for your task (Not affiliated)