ChatGPT Prompts for Business: 80+ Free Templates for Every Function
TL;DR
- 80+ copy-paste ChatGPT prompts for business professionals
- Covers strategy, operations, finance, hiring, meetings, competitors, and more
- Works with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini
- Replace {{placeholders}} with your details and paste into any AI
- Save favorites to your free AI Prompt Library
Why Business Teams Need Structured AI Prompts
Most business professionals use ChatGPT the same way: type a vague question, get a vague answer, give up. The problem isn't the AI — it's the prompt.
A well-structured prompt tells the AI your role, context, constraints, and desired output format. The result? First-draft strategy documents, meeting agendas, financial models, and competitive analyses that actually save time instead of creating more editing work.
This guide includes 80+ battle-tested prompts organized by business function. Every prompt uses {{placeholders}} you replace with your specific details. Copy, customize, paste into ChatGPT (or Claude, or Gemini), and get useful output in seconds.
Table of Contents
1. Strategy & Planning Prompts
From annual plans to market entry decisions, these prompts help you think through strategy systematically.
Annual Business Plan Outline
Create a structured plan for the year ahead
Create a detailed annual business plan outline for {{company_name}}, a {{industry}} company with {{revenue_range}} in annual revenue and {{team_size}} employees.
Include these sections:
1. Executive summary (3 key priorities)
2. Market analysis and competitive positioning
3. Revenue targets and growth levers
4. Product/service roadmap
5. Marketing and sales plan
6. Hiring plan
7. Budget allocation by department
8. Key milestones by quarter
9. Risk assessment and mitigation
Current challenges: {{top_3_challenges}}
Growth target: {{target_percentage}}% year-over-yearSWOT Analysis Generator
Structured strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/threats
Perform a detailed SWOT analysis for {{company_name}} in the {{industry}} industry.
Company context:
- Founded: {{year}}, {{location}}
- Revenue: {{revenue}}
- Team size: {{employees}}
- Key products/services: {{offerings}}
- Target market: {{target_customers}}
For each quadrant provide 5-7 specific, actionable items. Avoid generic statements — every point should reference our specific business context. After the SWOT, provide a 3-point action plan that leverages our strengths to address our biggest threat.OKR Framework Builder
Set quarterly objectives and key results
Create a set of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) for {{department/company}} for Q{{quarter}} {{year}}.
Context:
- Company stage: {{startup/growth/mature}}
- Top priority: {{main_goal}}
- Team size: {{number}}
- Current challenges: {{challenges}}
Generate 3 objectives, each with 3-4 measurable key results. Each key result should:
- Be specific and quantifiable
- Have a clear owner
- Be achievable but ambitious (70% confidence)
- Include a baseline and target number
Format as a table with: Objective | Key Result | Owner | Baseline | Target | StatusMarket Entry Analysis
Evaluate a new market opportunity
Analyze the viability of {{company_name}} entering the {{new_market}} market.
Current business:
- Core offering: {{current_products}}
- Revenue: {{current_revenue}}
- Target customer: {{current_customer}}
New market details:
- Market size estimate: {{TAM_estimate}}
- Key competitors: {{competitor_names}}
- Regulatory considerations: {{any_known_regulations}}
Provide:
1. Market attractiveness score (1-10) with justification
2. Our competitive advantages and disadvantages
3. Required investment estimate (people, technology, time)
4. Go/no-go recommendation with 3 conditions for success
5. Recommended entry strategy (build, buy, partner)
6. 12-month milestone plan if we proceedPricing Strategy Workshop
Evaluate and optimize pricing
Help me analyze and optimize pricing for {{product/service}}.
Current state:
- Current price: {{price}}
- Cost to deliver: {{cost}}
- Current margin: {{margin}}%
- Competitor pricing: {{competitor_prices}}
- Customer segment: {{target_customer}}
- Monthly volume: {{units_sold}}
Analyze:
1. Price elasticity estimate based on the market
2. Value-based pricing calculation
3. 3 pricing tiers with feature differentiation
4. Psychological pricing tactics to apply
5. Discount/promotion strategy
6. Price increase communication plan if raising prices
7. Expected revenue impact of each recommendationQuarterly Business Review Deck
Structure a QBR presentation
Create an outline for a Quarterly Business Review presentation for Q{{quarter}} {{year}}.
Company: {{company_name}}
Audience: {{board/leadership/investors}}
Performance data:
- Revenue: {{actual}} vs {{target}} ({{percentage}}% of target)
- Key wins: {{top_3_wins}}
- Key misses: {{areas_below_target}}
- Customer metrics: {{NPS/churn/growth}}
Structure the deck as:
1. Executive summary (1 slide, answer-first)
2. Financial performance vs plan
3. Product/service milestones
4. Customer health scorecard
5. Team and hiring update
6. Risks and mitigation
7. Next quarter priorities (3 max)
8. Asks from leadership
For each slide, provide the key message and 3-4 bullet points.Business Model Canvas
Map your entire business model on one page
Create a Business Model Canvas for {{company_name}}.
Brief description: {{what_the_company_does}}
Stage: {{idea/startup/growth/mature}}
Industry: {{industry}}
Fill in all 9 blocks with 3-5 specific points each:
1. Customer Segments
2. Value Propositions
3. Channels
4. Customer Relationships
5. Revenue Streams
6. Key Resources
7. Key Activities
8. Key Partnerships
9. Cost Structure
After the canvas, identify the 2 riskiest assumptions and suggest experiments to validate each.Scenario Planning
Prepare for multiple futures
Create three strategic scenarios for {{company_name}} over the next {{timeframe}}.
Industry: {{industry}}
Current revenue: {{revenue}}
Key uncertainty: {{main_variable}} (e.g., regulation, technology shift, competitor move)
For each scenario (optimistic, base case, pessimistic):
1. Narrative description (2-3 sentences)
2. Key assumptions
3. Revenue impact estimate
4. Required strategic response
5. Early warning signals to watch for
6. Trigger points for action
End with a "no regret" actions list — moves that are smart regardless of which scenario plays out.Partnership Evaluation
Assess a potential business partnership
Evaluate a potential partnership between {{our_company}} and {{partner_company}}.
Our company: {{our_description}}
Partner: {{partner_description}}
Proposed partnership: {{partnership_type}}
Analyze:
1. Strategic fit (complementary strengths, shared goals)
2. Financial terms to negotiate
3. Risks and mitigation strategies
4. Integration complexity
5. Exit clauses to include
6. Success metrics (KPIs to track)
7. Go/no-go recommendation with conditionsRevenue Diversification Plan
Reduce dependence on a single revenue stream
Our company {{company_name}} generates {{percentage}}% of revenue from {{primary_source}}.
Create a revenue diversification plan that:
1. Identifies 5 potential new revenue streams based on our existing capabilities
2. Ranks each by: revenue potential, time to market, investment required, risk
3. Provides a phased rollout plan (6/12/18 months)
4. Estimates revenue contribution at steady state
5. Identifies cannibalization risks with existing offerings
Industry: {{industry}}
Core competency: {{what_we_do_best}}
Annual revenue: {{current_revenue}}Decision Matrix
Compare options systematically
Help me make a decision between these options: {{option_1}}, {{option_2}}, {{option_3}}.
Context: {{decision_context}}
Timeline: {{when_decision_needed}}
Budget: {{budget_if_relevant}}
Create a weighted decision matrix with these criteria:
- {{criterion_1}} (weight: high/medium/low)
- {{criterion_2}}
- {{criterion_3}}
- {{criterion_4}}
- {{criterion_5}}
Score each option 1-5 on each criterion, calculate weighted totals, and provide a recommendation with confidence level.Investor Update Email
Monthly/quarterly investor communication
Write a concise investor update email for {{company_name}}, {{month/quarter}} {{year}}.
Metrics:
- MRR/Revenue: {{amount}} ({{change}}% MoM)
- Burn rate: {{burn}}
- Runway: {{months}} months
- Key metric: {{custom_metric}}: {{value}}
Highlights: {{top_2_wins}}
Challenges: {{top_challenge}}
Ask: {{what_you_need_from_investors}}
Keep it under 400 words. Lead with metrics, be honest about challenges, end with a clear ask. Tone: confident but transparent.2. Operations & Process Prompts
Streamline workflows, write SOPs, and improve operational efficiency.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Document a repeatable business process
Write a detailed SOP for {{process_name}} at {{company_name}}.
Process overview: {{brief_description}}
Who performs it: {{role/team}}
Frequency: {{daily/weekly/monthly/as-needed}}
Tools used: {{software/tools}}
Include:
1. Purpose and scope
2. Prerequisites and access needed
3. Step-by-step instructions (numbered, with screenshots placeholders)
4. Decision points (if X then do Y)
5. Quality checks at each stage
6. Troubleshooting for common issues
7. Escalation path
8. Version history tableProcess Improvement Analysis
Find bottlenecks and optimize workflows
Analyze the following business process for improvement opportunities:
Process: {{process_name}}
Current steps: {{list_current_steps}}
Time to complete: {{current_duration}}
Error rate: {{frequency_of_mistakes}}
People involved: {{roles}}
Identify:
1. Bottlenecks and their root causes
2. Steps that could be automated
3. Steps that could be eliminated
4. Handoff points that create delays
5. Proposed optimized workflow
6. Expected time savings
7. Implementation priority (quick wins vs. larger projects)Vendor Evaluation Scorecard
Compare vendors/tools systematically
Create a vendor evaluation scorecard to compare {{vendor_1}}, {{vendor_2}}, and {{vendor_3}} for {{use_case}}.
Requirements:
- Must-haves: {{critical_features}}
- Nice-to-haves: {{desired_features}}
- Budget: {{budget_range}}
- Team size: {{users}}
- Integration needs: {{existing_tools}}
Score each vendor on:
1. Feature completeness (1-5)
2. Pricing value (1-5)
3. Ease of implementation (1-5)
4. Support quality (1-5)
5. Scalability (1-5)
6. Security/compliance (1-5)
Provide a weighted total and recommendation.Automation Opportunity Audit
Find tasks to automate
Audit my team's workflow for automation opportunities.
Team: {{team_name}} ({{size}} people)
Primary tools: {{tools_used}}
Recurring tasks:
{{task_1}} — {{frequency}}, {{time_spent}}
{{task_2}} — {{frequency}}, {{time_spent}}
{{task_3}} — {{frequency}}, {{time_spent}}
{{task_4}} — {{frequency}}, {{time_spent}}
{{task_5}} — {{frequency}}, {{time_spent}}
For each task, assess:
1. Automation feasibility (high/medium/low)
2. Recommended tool or approach
3. Implementation effort
4. Hours saved per month
5. ROI calculation
Prioritize by hours saved / implementation effort.KPI Dashboard Design
Define the right metrics to track
Design a KPI dashboard for the {{department}} team at a {{company_type}} company.
Team objectives: {{top_3_goals}}
Current tools: {{analytics_tools}}
Reporting cadence: {{daily/weekly/monthly}}
For each KPI, specify:
1. Metric name and definition
2. Data source
3. Target/benchmark
4. Update frequency
5. Owner
6. Red/yellow/green thresholds
Group KPIs into: Leading indicators, Lagging indicators, Health metrics. Limit to 12 total KPIs — fewer is better.Change Management Plan
Roll out a new process or tool
Create a change management plan for implementing {{change_description}} at {{company_name}}.
Affected teams: {{teams}}
Timeline: {{start_date}} to {{end_date}}
Stakeholders: {{key_people}}
Expected resistance: {{concerns}}
Include:
1. Change impact assessment
2. Stakeholder communication plan (who, what, when)
3. Training plan
4. Pilot group and rollout phases
5. Success metrics
6. Feedback collection mechanism
7. Risk mitigation for adoption challengesProject Charter
Define scope and get alignment before starting
Write a project charter for {{project_name}}.
Background: {{why_this_project}}
Sponsor: {{executive_sponsor}}
Project lead: {{name}}
Budget: {{amount}}
Timeline: {{start}} to {{end}}
Include:
1. Problem statement
2. Project objectives (SMART)
3. Scope (in scope / out of scope)
4. Key deliverables
5. Milestones and dates
6. Team members and roles
7. Dependencies and assumptions
8. Risks and mitigation
9. Success criteriaIncident Post-Mortem
Learn from failures without blame
Write a blameless post-mortem for the following incident:
Incident: {{brief_description}}
Date: {{date}}
Duration: {{how_long}}
Impact: {{customers_affected, revenue_lost, etc.}}
Root cause: {{what_went_wrong}}
Structure:
1. Incident summary (what happened, timeline)
2. Impact assessment
3. Root cause analysis (5 Whys)
4. What went well in the response
5. What could be improved
6. Action items (owner, deadline, priority)
7. Lessons learned
Tone: factual, constructive, forward-looking. No blame.Remote Work Policy
Define clear remote/hybrid work guidelines
Draft a remote work policy for {{company_name}}, a {{company_size}}-person {{industry}} company.
Current setup: {{fully_remote/hybrid/office_first}}
Time zones: {{range}}
Core collaboration hours: {{hours}}
Cover:
1. Eligibility and approval process
2. Work schedule expectations
3. Communication norms (response times, channels)
4. Equipment and stipend policy
5. Performance measurement
6. Security requirements (VPN, device management)
7. In-person gathering cadence
8. Expense reimbursement
Keep it practical and concise — under 2 pages.Capacity Planning
Forecast team resource needs
Help me plan team capacity for Q{{quarter}} {{year}}.
Team: {{team_name}} ({{current_headcount}} people)
Upcoming projects:
- {{project_1}}: {{estimated_hours}}, priority {{high/medium/low}}
- {{project_2}}: {{estimated_hours}}, priority {{high/medium/low}}
- {{project_3}}: {{estimated_hours}}, priority {{high/medium/low}}
Available capacity: {{total_hours}} (after meetings, admin, PTO)
Calculate:
1. Total demand vs. supply gap
2. Utilization rate per person
3. Projects at risk of delay
4. Hiring recommendation (if any)
5. Prioritization recommendation if we're over capacity3. Finance & Budgeting Prompts
Financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting prompts for founders and finance teams.
Monthly Financial Summary
Quick executive summary of financials
Create a concise monthly financial summary for {{month}} {{year}}.
Revenue: {{amount}} ({{change}}% vs last month, {{change}}% vs budget)
Expenses: {{amount}} ({{change}}% vs last month)
Key line items:
- Payroll: {{amount}}
- Marketing: {{amount}}
- Infrastructure: {{amount}}
- Other: {{amount}}
Cash position: {{bank_balance}}
Burn rate: {{monthly_burn}}
Runway: {{months}}
Format as a 1-page executive summary with:
1. 3-sentence overview (good news first, then concerns)
2. Revenue breakdown by source
3. Expense highlights (over/under budget items)
4. Cash flow projection for next 3 months
5. 2 recommended actionsBudget Proposal Template
Request departmental budget
Write a budget proposal for the {{department}} team for {{fiscal_year}}.
Requested budget: {{total_amount}}
Current budget: {{current_amount}}
Increase: {{percentage}}%
Break down into:
1. Headcount costs (existing + new hires)
2. Tools and software
3. Marketing/advertising spend
4. Travel and events
5. Training and development
6. Contingency (10%)
For each line item, provide:
- Amount requested
- Justification (tied to business outcomes)
- What happens if cut by 20%
- ROI estimate where measurableUnit Economics Calculator
Understand per-customer profitability
Calculate unit economics for {{product/service}}.
Pricing: {{price_per_unit_or_subscription}}
Customer Acquisition Cost inputs:
- Marketing spend: {{amount}}/month
- Sales team cost: {{amount}}/month
- New customers/month: {{number}}
Retention:
- Average customer lifetime: {{months}}
- Monthly churn rate: {{percentage}}%
- Gross margin: {{percentage}}%
Calculate:
1. CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost)
2. LTV (Lifetime Value)
3. LTV:CAC ratio
4. Payback period
5. Contribution margin per customer
6. Assessment: healthy, needs improvement, or unsustainable
7. Top 3 levers to improve unit economicsCost Reduction Analysis
Find savings without hurting the business
Analyze opportunities to reduce costs by {{target_percentage}}% at {{company_name}}.
Current monthly expenses:
- Payroll: {{amount}}
- Software/tools: {{amount}}
- Office/facilities: {{amount}}
- Marketing: {{amount}}
- Professional services: {{amount}}
- Other: {{amount}}
For each category, identify:
1. Potential savings amount
2. Impact on operations (low/medium/high)
3. Implementation difficulty
4. Timeline to realize savings
5. Risks
Prioritize recommendations by savings / disruption ratio. Do not suggest layoffs as a first option.Revenue Forecast Model
Project revenue for the next 12 months
Create a 12-month revenue forecast for {{company_name}}.
Current state:
- MRR: {{amount}}
- Monthly growth rate (last 6 months): {{percentage}}%
- Churn rate: {{percentage}}%
- Average deal size: {{amount}}
- Sales pipeline: {{pipeline_value}}
- Close rate: {{percentage}}%
Model three scenarios:
1. Conservative (current trajectory, no new initiatives)
2. Base case (planned initiatives succeed)
3. Aggressive (everything goes right)
For each scenario, provide month-by-month revenue and key assumptions. Highlight the biggest variable that swings the forecast.Fundraising Pitch Financials
Prepare financial slides for investors
Prepare the financial section of a pitch deck for {{company_name}} raising a {{round_type}} round of {{amount}}.
Current metrics:
- ARR: {{amount}}
- Growth rate: {{percentage}}% MoM
- Gross margin: {{percentage}}%
- Burn rate: {{amount}}/month
- Runway: {{months}}
Create:
1. Revenue history chart data (last 12 months)
2. 3-year revenue projection with assumptions
3. Use of funds breakdown (how we'll spend the raise)
4. Key metrics slide (CAC, LTV, NRR, payback period)
5. Path to profitability narrative
6. Comparable company valuations for our stageExpense Approval Framework
Create clear spending authority rules
Create an expense approval framework for {{company_name}} ({{team_size}} employees).
Current pain points: {{describe_issues}} (e.g., slow approvals, unclear authority, overspending)
Define:
1. Spending tiers with approval authority:
- Under {{small_amount}}: self-approved
- {{small_amount}} to {{medium_amount}}: manager approval
- {{medium_amount}} to {{large_amount}}: VP approval
- Over {{large_amount}}: CEO/CFO approval
2. Categories with specific guidelines (travel, software, consulting, events)
3. Preferred vendors list
4. Reimbursement process and timeline
5. Exceptions and emergency spending protocolCash Flow Projection
Forecast cash position for the next quarter
Create a weekly cash flow projection for the next 13 weeks.
Starting cash: {{amount}}
Recurring revenue: {{amount}}/month (collected: {{terms}})
Accounts receivable: {{outstanding_amount}} (expected collection: {{dates}})
Fixed expenses: {{amount}}/month (payroll: {{date}}, rent: {{date}})
Variable expenses: {{estimate}}/month
Planned one-time costs: {{any_large_upcoming_expenses}}
Provide:
1. Week-by-week cash position
2. Minimum cash point and when it occurs
3. Actions needed if cash drops below {{minimum_threshold}}
4. Recommendations to improve cash flow timingPricing Page Comparison
Benchmark your pricing against competitors
Compare pricing strategies across these competitors: {{competitor_1}}, {{competitor_2}}, {{competitor_3}}.
Our pricing: {{our_pricing_model}}
For each competitor, analyze:
1. Pricing model (per seat, usage-based, flat rate, freemium)
2. Tier structure and feature gating
3. Entry price and enterprise price
4. Free trial / freemium offering
5. Discounts (annual, volume, startup programs)
Summarize: where we are more expensive, where we are cheaper, and 3 pricing adjustments to consider.Board Financial Report
Prepare financials for board meeting
Prepare a board-ready financial report for Q{{quarter}} {{year}}.
P&L Summary:
- Revenue: {{actual}} vs {{budget}}
- COGS: {{actual}}
- Gross margin: {{percentage}}%
- Operating expenses: {{actual}} vs {{budget}}
- Net income/loss: {{amount}}
Key metrics: ARR {{amount}}, customers {{count}}, NRR {{percentage}}%
Format as:
1. Executive summary (3 bullets: top line, bottom line, outlook)
2. P&L table with actual, budget, and variance columns
3. Revenue analysis by segment
4. Expense analysis with notable variances explained
5. Balance sheet highlights
6. Forecast update for remainder of year
7. Financial risks and mitigation4. Hiring & Team Management Prompts
Recruit, onboard, and manage your team more effectively. See also our dedicated AI prompts for HR.
Job Description Writer
Write compelling, inclusive job descriptions
Write a job description for {{job_title}} at {{company_name}}.
About the role:
- Department: {{department}}
- Reports to: {{manager_title}}
- Location: {{remote/hybrid/onsite, location}}
- Level: {{junior/mid/senior/lead}}
- Salary range: {{range}} (if sharing publicly)
Key responsibilities (3-5): {{list_main_duties}}
Required skills: {{must_haves}}
Nice-to-haves: {{preferred_qualifications}}
Company culture points: {{2-3_culture_highlights}}
Make it concise (under 600 words), inclusive, and focused on outcomes rather than years of experience. Avoid jargon and gendered language.Interview Question Set
Prepare structured interview questions
Create a structured interview question set for {{job_title}}.
Interview stage: {{phone_screen/technical/behavioral/final}}
Duration: {{minutes}} minutes
Core competencies to assess: {{competency_1}}, {{competency_2}}, {{competency_3}}
For each competency, provide:
1. The behavioral question (STAR format prompt)
2. What a strong answer looks like
3. What a weak answer looks like
4. Follow-up probe question
Include 2 role-specific scenario questions and 1 culture-fit question. End with candidate questions to leave time for.Performance Review Template
Write fair, actionable performance reviews
Write a performance review for {{employee_name}}, {{job_title}}, for the period {{start_date}} to {{end_date}}.
Key accomplishments: {{list_3-5_achievements}}
Areas for improvement: {{list_1-2_areas}}
Goals from last review: {{previous_goals_and_status}}
Overall rating: {{exceeds/meets/below}} expectations
Include:
1. Summary paragraph (2-3 sentences)
2. Accomplishments with specific impact
3. Areas for development with concrete suggestions
4. Goals for next review period (3 SMART goals)
5. Career development discussion points
Tone: constructive, specific, forward-looking. Avoid vague praise or criticism.Onboarding Plan
30/60/90 day plan for new hires
Create a 30/60/90-day onboarding plan for a new {{job_title}} joining {{team_name}}.
Day 1-30 (Learn):
- Key people to meet: {{stakeholders}}
- Systems to learn: {{tools}}
- Reading/context: {{documentation}}
Day 31-60 (Contribute):
- First projects to own: {{starter_projects}}
- Metrics to understand: {{KPIs}}
Day 61-90 (Own):
- Full responsibilities: {{expected_ownership}}
- First major deliverable: {{deliverable}}
Include daily schedule for week 1, weekly milestones, and check-in cadence with manager.Team Restructure Proposal
Redesign team structure for scale
Propose a team restructuring plan for {{department/team}}.
Current structure: {{describe_current_org}}
Current headcount: {{number}}
Pain points: {{what_is_not_working}}
Growth plans: {{expected_hiring_next_12_months}}
Propose:
1. New organizational structure (with reporting lines)
2. New/changed roles
3. Rationale for each change
4. Transition plan (phased over {{weeks/months}})
5. Communication plan to the team
6. Risk mitigation (key person dependencies, morale)Compensation Benchmarking
Ensure competitive pay
Help me benchmark compensation for {{job_title}} in {{location/remote}}.
Our current offer: {{salary_range}}
Company stage: {{startup/mid/enterprise}}
Industry: {{industry}}
Benefits included: {{list_benefits}}
Provide:
1. Market range (25th, 50th, 75th percentile)
2. How our offer compares
3. Non-cash compensation to consider (equity, benefits, flexibility)
4. Recommendation: adjust, maintain, or restructure
5. Talking points if a candidate negotiatesDifficult Conversation Script
Prepare for tough management conversations
Help me prepare for a difficult conversation with {{employee_name/role}}.
Situation: {{describe_the_issue}}
History: {{any_previous_conversations_about_this}}
Desired outcome: {{what_you_want_to_happen}}
Their likely perspective: {{how_they_might_see_it}}
Provide:
1. Opening statement (direct but empathetic)
2. Key points to cover (3 max)
3. Specific examples to reference
4. How to handle likely objections
5. Clear next steps and accountability
6. Closing that maintains the relationship
Tone: professional, honest, caring. This is about helping them succeed.Employee Engagement Survey
Measure team health and satisfaction
Design an employee engagement survey for {{company_name}} ({{team_size}} employees).
Areas to cover:
1. Job satisfaction and meaning
2. Manager effectiveness
3. Growth and development
4. Compensation and benefits
5. Company culture and values
6. Work-life balance
7. Communication and transparency
For each area, provide:
- 2-3 Likert scale questions (strongly disagree to strongly agree)
- 1 open-ended question
- Benchmark context (what "good" looks like)
Keep total survey under 25 questions. Include an eNPS question.Outbound Recruiting Message
Write compelling cold outreach to candidates
Write 3 variations of an outbound recruiting message for {{job_title}} at {{company_name}}.
Channel: {{LinkedIn/email}}
What makes this role compelling: {{unique_selling_points}}
Company highlights: {{culture_perks_mission}}
Compensation range: {{range}} (if sharing)
Variation 1: Direct and professional
Variation 2: Casual and personality-driven
Variation 3: Mission/impact focused
Keep each under 150 words. Include a specific, low-friction CTA (not "apply now" — more like "open to a 15-min chat?").PIP (Performance Improvement Plan)
Document underperformance with a path forward
Draft a Performance Improvement Plan for {{employee_name}}, {{job_title}}.
Performance gaps:
- {{issue_1}}: {{specific_examples}}
- {{issue_2}}: {{specific_examples}}
Expected standards: {{what_good_looks_like}}
Support provided so far: {{previous_feedback_or_coaching}}
PIP structure:
1. Clear statement of performance gaps with examples
2. Expected improvement targets (measurable)
3. Support and resources provided
4. Check-in schedule (weekly for 30/60/90 days)
5. Success criteria
6. Consequences if targets not met
Tone: factual, supportive, clear. This should feel like a genuine path to success, not a prelude to termination.5. Meetings & Communication Prompts
Run better meetings, write clearer communications, and save hours on internal docs.
Meeting Agenda Builder
Structure meetings for outcomes
Create a meeting agenda for: {{meeting_topic}}.
Attendees: {{list_of_attendees}}
Duration: {{minutes}} minutes
Goal: {{desired_outcome}}
Pre-read: {{any_materials_to_share_in_advance}}
Format each agenda item as:
- Topic ({{X}} min) — Owner: {{name}}
- Context: 1 sentence
- Decision/discussion needed: {{yes/no}}
Include:
1. Welcome and context (2 min)
2. {{3-5 agenda items with times}}
3. Action items and next steps (5 min)
4. Parking lot for off-topic itemsMeeting Notes to Action Items
Convert messy notes into structured outcomes
Convert these meeting notes into structured action items:
Meeting: {{meeting_name}}
Date: {{date}}
Attendees: {{names}}
Raw notes:
{{paste_your_messy_notes_here}}
Format as:
1. Meeting summary (3 sentences max)
2. Key decisions made
3. Action items table: Action | Owner | Deadline | Priority
4. Open questions to resolve
5. Next meeting date and agenda topicsAll-Hands Update
Write a company-wide update
Write an all-hands update for {{company_name}} for {{month/quarter}} {{year}}.
Key wins: {{list_3_achievements}}
Key metrics: {{revenue/users/milestones}}
Challenges: {{what_we_are_working_through}}
New hires: {{names_and_roles}}
Upcoming: {{what_to_look_forward_to}}
Shoutouts: {{team_member_recognition}}
Keep it under 500 words. Tone: transparent, energizing, human. Start with something the team will be proud of. Be honest about challenges without being alarming.Executive Email
Draft a clear, concise email to leadership
Write an email to {{recipient_title}} about {{topic}}.
Key message: {{what_you_need_them_to_know_or_do}}
Supporting data: {{relevant_numbers}}
Recommended action: {{what_you_want_them_to_approve/decide}}
Deadline: {{when_you_need_a_response}}
Format:
1. Subject line (clear and specific)
2. Opening: 1 sentence stating the ask
3. Context: 2-3 sentences of background
4. Data: key numbers that support your point
5. Recommendation: what you think we should do
6. Ask: specific decision or approval needed
7. Timeline
Keep under 200 words. Executives scan — make every sentence earn its place.Status Report
Weekly or monthly progress update
Write a status report for {{project_name}} for the week of {{date}}.
Format:
🟢 On Track | 🟡 At Risk | 🔴 Blocked
Overall status: {{color}}
Completed this week:
- {{item_1}}
- {{item_2}}
- {{item_3}}
In progress:
- {{item_1}} ({{percentage}}% complete, owner: {{name}})
- {{item_2}} ({{percentage}}% complete, owner: {{name}})
Blocked:
- {{issue}} — need {{what_would_unblock}}
Next week priorities:
1. {{priority_1}}
2. {{priority_2}}
3. {{priority_3}}
Risks: {{any_emerging_risks}}
Help needed: {{specific_asks}}Bad News Communication
Deliver difficult news professionally
Draft a communication about {{bad_news_topic}} to {{audience}}.
What happened: {{factual_description}}
Impact: {{who_is_affected_and_how}}
What we are doing about it: {{corrective_actions}}
Timeline for resolution: {{when}}
Channel: {{email/Slack/meeting}}
Tone: {{empathetic/direct/formal}}
Structure:
1. Lead with what happened (no burying the lede)
2. Acknowledge the impact
3. Explain what we are doing and timeline
4. What the audience needs to do (if anything)
5. How to ask questions or get support
Do not over-apologize or make promises we cannot keep.Presentation Outline
Structure any business presentation
Create a presentation outline for {{topic}}.
Audience: {{who_will_attend}}
Duration: {{minutes}}
Goal: {{inform/persuade/decide}}
Key message: {{one_sentence_takeaway}}
Structure:
1. Opening hook (grab attention)
2. Problem/context (why this matters)
3. Main content (3 sections max)
4. Data/evidence
5. Recommendation
6. Call to action
7. Q&A
For each section: key point, supporting evidence, and transition to next section. Total slide count: {{target_slides}}.Internal Announcement
Announce changes, launches, or updates
Write an internal announcement about {{topic}}.
What is changing: {{describe_change}}
Why: {{reason}}
Who is affected: {{teams/people}}
When: {{effective_date}}
What people need to do: {{required_actions}}
Channel: {{Slack/email/wiki}}
Tone: positive and clear
Keep under 300 words. Lead with the "what" and "why" before the details. Include a FAQ section with 3 likely questions and answers.Client Update Email
Keep clients informed on progress
Write a client update email for {{client_name}} regarding {{project_name}}.
Progress: {{what_was_completed}}
Next steps: {{what_is_coming}}
Timeline: {{on_track/delayed}} — {{explanation_if_delayed}}
Blockers: {{anything_needed_from_client}}
Wins: {{positive_results_to_highlight}}
Keep professional but warm. End with a clear next action and meeting time if needed.Meeting Cancellation with Value
Cancel a meeting without wasting anyone's time
Write a message to cancel/reschedule {{meeting_name}} originally scheduled for {{date}}.
Reason: {{brief_reason}}
Instead of the meeting, share:
1. Key update that would have been discussed
2. Decision needed (if any) — request async input
3. Proposed new time (or confirm it's no longer needed)
Format for {{Slack/email}}. Keep it respectful of everyone's time.6. Competitor & Market Analysis Prompts
Understand your competitive landscape and market position.
Competitor Deep Dive
Comprehensive competitor analysis
Perform a comprehensive analysis of {{competitor_name}}.
Their product: {{what_they_offer}}
Their target customer: {{who_they_serve}}
Their pricing: {{pricing_model}}
Analyze:
1. Product strengths and weaknesses
2. Positioning and messaging strategy
3. Target customer profile
4. Pricing strategy and value perception
5. Go-to-market approach
6. Recent moves (launches, partnerships, funding)
7. Customer sentiment (common praise and complaints)
8. Where we win vs. where they win
9. Threats they pose to us
10. Opportunities they are leaving openCompetitive Battlecard
Sales team reference for competitive deals
Create a competitive battlecard for {{our_product}} vs {{competitor_product}}.
Format for the sales team — must be scannable in 30 seconds.
Include:
1. One-liner: how to position against them
2. Where we win (3 clear advantages)
3. Where they win (be honest — sales needs to know)
4. Common objections and rebuttals (3-5)
5. Trap questions to ask prospects
6. Customer proof points / case studies to reference
7. Pricing comparison
8. Migration/switching talking pointsMarket Sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM)
Estimate your addressable market
Estimate TAM, SAM, and SOM for {{product/service}} in the {{industry}} market.
Product: {{what_we_sell}}
Price: {{price_point}}
Target customer: {{ideal_customer_profile}}
Geography: {{markets_we_serve}}
Calculate:
1. TAM (Total Addressable Market) — top-down and bottom-up
2. SAM (Serviceable Available Market) — our reachable segment
3. SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market) — realistic 3-year capture
4. Key assumptions for each estimate
5. Growth rate of the overall market
6. Sources/methodology you would use to validate these numbersIndustry Trends Report
Stay ahead of market shifts
Summarize the top trends in the {{industry}} industry for {{year}}.
Focus areas:
1. Technology shifts
2. Customer behavior changes
3. Regulatory developments
4. Emerging competitors or business models
5. Funding and M&A activity
For each trend:
- What is happening (1-2 sentences)
- Why it matters to {{our_company}}
- What we should do about it (specific action)
- Timeline (happening now / 6 months / 12+ months)Win/Loss Analysis
Learn from recent deal outcomes
Analyze the following recent deals and identify patterns:
Won deals:
- {{deal_1}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_won}}
- {{deal_2}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_won}}
- {{deal_3}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_won}}
Lost deals:
- {{deal_4}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_lost}}, {{lost_to_whom}}
- {{deal_5}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_lost}}, {{lost_to_whom}}
- {{deal_6}}: {{size}}, {{customer_type}}, {{why_we_lost}}, {{lost_to_whom}}
Identify:
1. Common patterns in wins
2. Common patterns in losses
3. Competitor strengths to address
4. Product gaps to close
5. Sales process improvements
6. Ideal customer profile refinementProduct Positioning Statement
Clarify how you stand out
Write a product positioning statement for {{product_name}}.
Target customer: {{who}}
Category: {{market_category}}
Key differentiator: {{what_makes_us_different}}
Primary benefit: {{main_value}}
Proof point: {{evidence}}
Provide:
1. Positioning statement (format: For [target], [product] is the [category] that [differentiator] because [proof])
2. 3 alternative versions with different emphasis
3. Elevator pitch (30 seconds)
4. One-liner for the website
5. Competitive positioning map (us vs 3 competitors on 2 axes)Customer Persona Builder
Create detailed buyer personas
Create a detailed buyer persona for {{product/service}}.
What we know:
- Industry: {{customer_industry}}
- Company size: {{range}}
- Buyer role: {{title}}
- Pain points: {{known_pains}}
- How they find us: {{acquisition_channels}}
Build a persona with:
1. Name, title, and company profile
2. Day-in-the-life description
3. Top 3 goals and top 3 frustrations
4. Buying process and decision criteria
5. Objections they raise
6. Content they consume (blogs, podcasts, events)
7. Messaging that resonates with them
8. Messaging that turns them offCompetitor Content Gap Analysis
Find content opportunities they are missing
Analyze the content strategy of {{competitor_name}} (website: {{url}}).
Compare against our content at {{our_url}}.
Identify:
1. Topics they cover that we do not
2. Topics we cover that they do not
3. Keyword opportunities they rank for that we should target
4. Content formats they use (blog, video, podcast, tools)
5. Their content publishing frequency
6. Gaps in their content we could exploit
7. 10 content pieces we should create based on this analysisPricing Intelligence
Track and understand competitor pricing moves
Analyze recent pricing changes by competitors in the {{industry}} space.
Competitors and their current pricing:
- {{competitor_1}}: {{pricing}}
- {{competitor_2}}: {{pricing}}
- {{competitor_3}}: {{pricing}}
Our pricing: {{our_pricing}}
Assess:
1. Pricing trends in the market (going up, down, freemium shift)
2. How our pricing compares at each tier
3. Features included at each price point
4. Risk of price war
5. Opportunities for differentiation on value (not price)
6. Recommended pricing adjustmentsMarket Opportunity Ranking
Prioritize which markets to pursue
Rank these market opportunities for {{company_name}}:
1. {{opportunity_1}}: {{brief_description}}
2. {{opportunity_2}}: {{brief_description}}
3. {{opportunity_3}}: {{brief_description}}
4. {{opportunity_4}}: {{brief_description}}
Rank each on:
- Market size (1-5)
- Growth rate (1-5)
- Competitive intensity (1-5, where 5 = low competition)
- Fit with our capabilities (1-5)
- Time to revenue (1-5, where 5 = fastest)
Provide weighted total and recommended focus order with rationale.7. Customer & Product Prompts
Understand customers, improve products, and drive retention.
Customer Feedback Analysis
Extract insights from reviews and feedback
Analyze this customer feedback and extract actionable insights:
{{paste_feedback_here — reviews, support tickets, survey responses}}
Provide:
1. Top 5 themes (positive and negative)
2. Most common feature requests
3. Sentiment breakdown (positive/neutral/negative %)
4. Urgent issues requiring immediate action
5. Quick wins (easy fixes customers would love)
6. Strategic insights for product roadmap
7. Notable quotes to share with the teamFeature Prioritization Framework
Decide what to build next
Help me prioritize these feature requests for {{product_name}}:
1. {{feature_1}}: {{description}}, requested by {{number}} customers
2. {{feature_2}}: {{description}}, requested by {{number}} customers
3. {{feature_3}}: {{description}}, requested by {{number}} customers
4. {{feature_4}}: {{description}}, requested by {{number}} customers
5. {{feature_5}}: {{description}}, requested by {{number}} customers
Score each on (1-5):
- Customer impact
- Revenue impact
- Engineering effort (1=easy, 5=hard)
- Strategic alignment
- Competitive necessity
Calculate: (Customer + Revenue + Strategic + Competitive) / Effort = Priority score. Recommend build order.Churn Analysis
Understand and reduce customer churn
Analyze churn patterns for {{product_name}}.
Churn data:
- Monthly churn rate: {{percentage}}%
- Common cancellation reasons: {{list_reasons}}
- Average customer lifetime: {{months}}
- Churned customer profile: {{who_leaves}}
- Retained customer profile: {{who_stays}}
Provide:
1. Root cause analysis for top 3 churn reasons
2. Early warning signals to monitor
3. Intervention strategies for at-risk customers
4. Retention offers/incentives to test
5. Product changes that would reduce churn
6. Predicted impact of each interventionProduct Launch Checklist
Launch a new product or feature without missing steps
Create a product launch checklist for {{product/feature_name}}.
Launch date: {{date}}
Target audience: {{who}}
Launch type: {{soft_launch/full_launch/beta}}
Checklist sections:
1. Pre-launch (2 weeks out)
- Marketing materials, landing page, email sequences
- Internal training for sales and support
- Documentation and help articles
2. Launch day
- Go/no-go criteria
- Communication sequence (internal then external)
- Monitoring plan
3. Post-launch (2 weeks after)
- Success metrics to track
- Feedback collection
- Bug triage process
- Iteration planNPS Response Templates
Close the loop with NPS respondents
Write response templates for NPS survey results for {{product_name}}.
Create 3 templates:
1. Promoters (9-10): Thank them, ask for referral/review, offer exclusive access to something
2. Passives (7-8): Acknowledge, ask what would make it a 10, offer to help
3. Detractors (0-6): Apologize, ask for specific feedback, offer a call with a team member
Each template should:
- Be under 100 words
- Feel personal (not mass email)
- Have a clear CTA
- Match our brand voice: {{tone}}Product Requirements Document (PRD)
Define what to build and why
Write a PRD for {{feature_name}}.
Problem: {{what_problem_this_solves}}
Target user: {{who_benefits}}
Success metrics: {{how_we_know_it_worked}}
Include:
1. Problem statement and user stories
2. Proposed solution (high level)
3. Requirements (must-have, nice-to-have, out-of-scope)
4. User flow description
5. Edge cases to handle
6. Dependencies
7. Launch criteria
8. Open questions
Keep it under 2 pages. Focus on the "what" and "why," not the "how."Customer Success Playbook
Standardize customer success workflows
Create a customer success playbook for {{product_name}}.
Customer segments:
- {{segment_1}}: {{description}}, {{count}} customers
- {{segment_2}}: {{description}}, {{count}} customers
For each segment, define:
1. Onboarding workflow (first 30 days)
2. Health score criteria (green/yellow/red)
3. Touchpoint cadence (calls, emails, check-ins)
4. Expansion triggers (when to upsell)
5. Risk triggers (when to intervene)
6. Renewal process (starting {{X}} days before renewal)
7. Escalation pathCase Study Writer
Turn a customer win into a marketing asset
Write a customer case study based on these details:
Customer: {{company_name}}, {{industry}}, {{size}}
Challenge: {{what_problem_they_had}}
Solution: {{how_they_used_our_product}}
Results: {{specific_metrics_and_outcomes}}
Quote from customer: {{direct_quote_if_available}}
Format:
1. Headline (results-focused)
2. Customer overview (1 paragraph)
3. Challenge (what was not working)
4. Solution (how they implemented our product)
5. Results (with specific numbers)
6. Pull quote
7. CTA
Keep under 800 words. Lead with the result, not the problem.Pricing Objection Handler
Respond to 'too expensive' objections
Our product {{product_name}} costs {{price}}. A prospect says "that's too expensive" or "competitor X is cheaper."
Create responses for these scenarios:
1. They compared us to a cheaper competitor
2. They have budget constraints this quarter
3. They question the ROI
4. They want a discount
5. They need to justify the cost to their boss
For each: 2-3 sentence response that reframes the conversation around value. Include a specific question to ask that uncovers their real concern.Product Roadmap Communication
Share roadmap with customers or stakeholders
Write a product roadmap update for {{audience: customers/internal/investors}}.
Recently shipped:
- {{feature_1}}: {{one_sentence_description}}
- {{feature_2}}: {{one_sentence_description}}
Coming next (next 30 days):
- {{feature_3}}: {{one_sentence_description}}
On the horizon (next quarter):
- {{feature_4}}: {{one_sentence_description}}
- {{feature_5}}: {{one_sentence_description}}
Tone: exciting but honest. Do not over-promise dates. Focus on the problems being solved, not just features.8. Legal & Compliance Prompts
Draft starting points for legal documents. Always have a lawyer review the final version.
NDA Draft
Starting point for non-disclosure agreements
Draft a mutual NDA between {{company_1}} and {{company_2}}.
Purpose: {{reason_for_sharing_confidential_info}}
Duration: {{term_length}}
Jurisdiction: {{state/country}}
Include standard clauses:
1. Definition of confidential information
2. Obligations of receiving party
3. Exclusions from confidentiality
4. Term and termination
5. Return/destruction of materials
6. Remedies for breach
7. Governing law
Note: This is a starting draft for legal review, not a final legal document.Privacy Policy Summary
Make your privacy policy understandable
Write a plain-English summary of our privacy practices for {{company_name}}.
Data we collect: {{list_data_types}}
How we use it: {{purposes}}
Third parties we share with: {{list}}
User rights: {{what_users_can_do}}
Cookies: {{yes/no, what_types}}
Region: {{US/EU/global}}
Write a summary that:
1. A non-lawyer can understand in 2 minutes
2. Covers the essentials honestly
3. Links to the full legal policy
4. Includes a "Your Rights" section
5. Is under 500 wordsTerms of Service Checklist
Ensure your ToS covers the essentials
Review this Terms of Service outline for {{product_name}} and identify gaps:
Current sections:
{{list_current_ToS_sections}}
Product type: {{SaaS/marketplace/platform}}
User types: {{consumers/businesses/both}}
Payment: {{free/paid/freemium}}
User-generated content: {{yes/no}}
API access: {{yes/no}}
Identify:
1. Missing sections that should be included
2. Clauses that need strengthening
3. Industry-specific requirements
4. Recent legal developments to account for
5. Liability limitations to add
Note: This is a checklist for legal review, not legal advice.Contract Review Checklist
Know what to look for before signing
Create a contract review checklist for a {{contract_type}} agreement.
Parties: {{our_company}} and {{counterparty}}
Value: {{dollar_amount}}
Term: {{duration}}
Red flags to check:
1. Auto-renewal and termination clauses
2. Liability caps and indemnification
3. IP ownership and assignment
4. Non-compete and exclusivity
5. Payment terms and late penalties
6. Data handling and privacy obligations
7. Force majeure
8. Dispute resolution mechanism
9. Most favored nation clauses
10. Assignment and change of control
For each item: what to look for, what is standard, and when to push back.GDPR Compliance Checklist
Ensure data handling meets EU requirements
Create a GDPR compliance checklist for {{company_name}}.
We handle these types of personal data: {{data_types}}
We serve EU customers: {{yes/direct or indirect}}
Team size: {{number}}
Current measures: {{what_we_already_do}}
Checklist:
1. Lawful basis for processing
2. Consent mechanisms
3. Data mapping (what, where, why)
4. Privacy notices
5. Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) process
6. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
7. Breach notification procedure
8. Data Processing Agreements with vendors
9. Data retention and deletion policies
10. DPO requirement assessment
For each: current status (done/partial/missing) and remediation steps.SOW (Statement of Work)
Define project scope with a client or vendor
Draft a Statement of Work for {{project_name}}.
Parties: {{our_company}} (provider) and {{client}} (client)
Project: {{description}}
Timeline: {{start}} to {{end}}
Budget: {{amount}}
Include:
1. Project overview and objectives
2. Scope of work (detailed deliverables)
3. Out of scope (explicit exclusions)
4. Timeline and milestones
5. Acceptance criteria for each deliverable
6. Payment schedule (tied to milestones)
7. Change order process
8. Assumptions and dependencies
9. Team members and responsibilitiesVendor Data Processing Agreement
Ensure vendors handle your data properly
Draft key clauses for a Data Processing Agreement with {{vendor_name}}.
What data they will access: {{data_types}}
Purpose: {{why_they_need_access}}
Duration: {{contract_term}}
Compliance requirements: {{GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA/SOC2}}
Essential clauses:
1. Data processing scope and purpose limitation
2. Security measures required
3. Sub-processor management
4. Breach notification timeline (72 hours for GDPR)
5. Data return/deletion on termination
6. Audit rights
7. Cross-border transfer mechanisms (if applicable)
Note: Starting draft for legal review.Board Resolution Template
Formal record of board decisions
Draft a board resolution for {{decision}}.
Company: {{company_name}}
Date: {{meeting_date}}
Directors present: {{names}}
Resolution:
- WHEREAS: {{background_context}}
- RESOLVED: {{specific_decision}}
Include:
1. Resolution number
2. Background recitals
3. Specific resolution language
4. Any conditions or limitations
5. Authorization for officers to execute
6. Effective date
Keep formal and concise. This will be part of the corporate records.How to Get the Best Results From These Prompts
- Replace every placeholder. The more specific your context, the better the output. “SaaS company selling project management software to mid-market teams” beats “tech company.”
- Iterate. First outputs are drafts. Ask for changes: “make it more concise,” “add more data,” “rewrite section 3 with a more formal tone.”
- Chain prompts together. Use the SWOT output as input for the strategy prompt. Use the competitor analysis to inform your positioning statement.
- Try different models. Claude excels at long strategy documents. ChatGPT is fast for shorter templates. Gemini is strong with real-time data analysis.
- Save what works. Create a free AI Prompt Library account to save, organize, and optimize your best prompts.
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What are the best ChatGPT prompts for business?
The best business prompts are specific about your industry, role, and desired output format. This guide includes 80+ tested prompts for strategy, operations, finance, hiring, meetings, and competitor analysis — organized by business function so you can find what you need fast.
Can I use these prompts with ChatGPT free?
Yes. All prompts work with the free version of ChatGPT (GPT-3.5). For longer, more nuanced outputs — especially strategy documents and financial analysis — GPT-4 or GPT-4o will produce better results.
Do these business prompts work with Claude and Gemini?
Yes. Every prompt in this guide is model-agnostic. They work with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other LLMs. Claude is especially strong for long-form strategy documents, while Gemini excels when you need real-time data integration.
How do I customize these prompts for my business?
Replace the {{placeholders}} with your specific details — industry, company size, target market, and goals. The more context you provide, the better the output. Start with a prompt as-is, then iterate based on the results.
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Published by
AI Prompt Library Team
March 2026