Example 1: Daily Task Reminder

Bad Example: “Remind me about my tasks.”

Improved Example: “Can you create a concise to-do list for my day, summarizing each task in no more than 10 words?”

Explanation: The initial prompt is vague and does not specify the desired output length or detail. The improved prompt is specific, requesting a to-do list with each task summarized briefly, adhering to a 10-word limit per task. This ensures that the response is succinct and directly aligned with the user’s need for brevity.

Example 2: Project Update Request

Bad Example: “Update me on the current project status.”

Improved Example: “Provide a brief update on the current project status, focusing on key milestones and challenges, limited to 150 words, for the upcoming team meeting.”

Explanation: The original prompt lacks details on content focus and length. The refined version clearly specifies the need for a brief update (150 words) that focuses on key milestones and challenges, making it ideal for a concise overview in a team meeting setting.

Example 3: Executive Summary

Bad Example: “Summarize the latest market research findings.”

Improved Example: “Draft an executive summary of the latest market research findings in the renewable energy sector, focusing on consumer trends, capped at 300 words, for a strategic review session.”

Explanation: The first prompt does not guide the output’s length or specific content areas. The improved prompt, however, precisely requests an executive summary (300 words) focusing on consumer trends in the renewable energy sector. This provides clarity for creating a focused, concise summary suitable for high-level strategic discussions.