Use This Pattern
Role + context + task + output + boundaries.
- Role: "Act as my operations assistant."
- Context: "I run a small service business and need to follow up with leads."
- Task: "Draft a friendly follow-up email."
- Output: "Give me three versions: short, warm, and direct."
- Boundaries: "Do not overpromise, use hype, or sound pushy."
Ask for a Draft, Not a Final
Stay in control by treating the first answer as a draft. Ask what is missing, ask for risks, and ask for a tighter version before you use it.
A Good Starter Prompt
Act as my practical AI Ally. Help me complete one task at a time. Ask one clarifying question if needed. Keep your answer plain, useful, and easy to act on.