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Provide Context Before the Ask

Front-loading context before the question gives the AI a mental model of your situation. The anti-generic instruction at the end prevents boilerplate responses.

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Context: I'm a {{role}} at a {{company_type}}. We're currently {{situation}}. Our main challenge is {{challenge}}.

Background: {{relevant_background}}

Given this context, {{your_actual_question}}

Important: Tailor your advice to my specific situation above. Do not give generic advice that could apply to anyone.

Variables to customize

{{role}}{{company_type}}{{situation}}{{challenge}}{{relevant_background}}{{your_actual_question}}

Why this prompt works

Front-loading context before the question gives the AI a mental model of your situation. The anti-generic instruction at the end prevents boilerplate responses.

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