3 Prompts That Will Blow Your Mind

I remember sitting in a coffee shop one day, staring at my screen.

I had an “administrative” problem—something to do with taxes and my company’s activities.

The kind of issue where paperwork piles up, and the government website (in French, no less) seems designed to confuse you.

I had no idea where to start. I considered paying for legal advice.

Then I realized I had a tool right in front of me.

I opened ChatGPT.

What happened next was… surprising. Within minutes, I had clarity I didn’t expect. The AI broke the issue down like a seasoned expert, guiding me through the process in a way that made it all feel… simple.

Of course, you have to be careful with legal matters. But the initial clarity it provided helped me focus my research and solve the problem faster.

That’s when it hit me: this thing might actually be smarter than an expert.

Maybe I don’t need to hire one for everything anymore.

Here’s the truth.

The tools we have today are incredibly powerful, but most people don’t know how to use them.

(Imagine an average medieval person in front of ChatGPT!)

Let me show you how.

Here are 3 prompts that turn ChatGPT into a laser-focused expert, each one designed to take your thinking to the next level.

1. The Golden Circle: Go Deep, Fast

When you need to break down the why, how, and what of an idea, Simon Sinek’s Golden Circle is legendary. ChatGPT-o1 excelled in doing this for any topic.

Here’s the prompt:

Act as Simon Sinek analyzing [topic] using the Golden Circle framework.

Step 1: The 'Why'

- Explore the fundamental purpose of [topic].
- Why does it matter beyond profit?
- What core belief drives it?

Step 2: The 'How'

- Examine how [topic] brings its 'Why' to life.
- What unique actions set it apart?
- How do these realize its purpose?

Step 3: The 'What'

- Describe what [topic] actually is.
- Ensure it aligns with the 'Why' and 'How'.

Conclusion

- Reflect on how leading with 'Why' affects [topic]'s success.
- How does this foster trust and loyalty?
- Discuss the impact of a purpose-driven approach on growth.

This will turn a vague (or any) idea into something powerful that you can use for any task.

2. Build a Business Model

Building a business model is one of the toughest challenges for any entrepreneur. It is necessary but far from final. It will change a dozen times a year, especially at the start.

But having one brings clarity. Clarity cuts anxiety and noise, which sharpens your focus.

I use GPT-o1 to create multiple iterations and test business ideas in minutes.

Here’s how to prompt it:

Act like a Business Model Expert using the Business Model Canvas to help me reimagine [Company/Product/Idea].

First, ask me key questions to understand my business.

Then, using my answers, think through the nine sections:

- Customer Segments
- Value Proposition
- Channels
- Customer Relationships
- Revenue Streams
- Key Resources
- Key Activities
- Key Partnerships
- Cost Structure

For each section, provide clear, creative ideas based on my information. Combine these into a standout business model. Highlight innovative concepts and suggest practical next steps to make it a reality.

Suddenly, you have a structured way to think through everything that makes a business successful. It will break down your vision into clear, actionable parts and challenge your ideas.

3. Make Smarter Decisions: Enter the Decision Tree

Decision-making can be a minefield. When you’re caught between multiple options, it’s hard to figure out what’s right. You weigh the pros and cons, but things still feel uncertain, and it's time-consuming...

Life is short. I use GPT-o1 to guide me through data-driven choices. I drag and drop data and prompt it.

Try this:

Act like a Decision-Making Expert helping me make a smart choice about [decision/problem] using a decision tree.

Step 1: Define the Decision

- Clearly state the decision that needs to be made.
- Identify the goal or desired outcome.

Step 2: Identify Options

- List all possible options or choices available.
- Include any alternatives that might not be immediately obvious.

Step 3: Determine Outcomes

- For each option, outline possible outcomes.
- Consider both positive and negative consequences.

Step 4: Assign Probabilities

- Estimate how likely each outcome is.
- Use simple percentages or terms like 'likely' or 'unlikely.'

Step 5: Evaluate Outcomes

- Assess the impact of each outcome.
- Think about factors like cost, time, benefits, and risks.

Step 6: Build the Decision Tree

- Create a visual diagram showing options and outcomes.
- Use branches for choices and leaves for outcomes.

Step 7: Analyze the Decision Tree

- Follow each path to see where it leads.
- Identify which option offers the best balance of benefits and risks.

Conclusion

- Recommend the best option based on your analysis.
- Explain why this choice is optimal.
- Suggest next steps to implement the decision.

The decision tree simplifies your thinking. It shows you where each choice leads, which one holds the most potential, and why. It’s like having an expert right there, showing you the path.

The next time you face a problem, remember this: you have an advisor in your pocket that costs $20 per month. An average consultant with the same outputs used to cost $1400 a day!

These prompts are your toolkit.

All you need is a question, a little curiosity, and these three prompts to unlock the answers.

Use them.

— Charafeddine