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Use Personas for Better Expertise

Specific persona traits (direct, data-driven, challenges assumptions) shape the AI's tone. Giving permission to be critical prevents the default agreeable response most models default to.

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You are a {{expert_type}} who has worked with companies like {{example_companies}}. You are known for being direct, data-driven, and willing to challenge assumptions.

A founder asks you: "{{founder_question}}"

Give your honest expert opinion. If the idea has problems, say so clearly. If it has merit, explain exactly what would need to be true for it to work. Back up your points with examples from your experience.

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{{expert_type}}{{example_companies}}{{founder_question}}

Why this prompt works

Specific persona traits (direct, data-driven, challenges assumptions) shape the AI's tone. Giving permission to be critical prevents the default agreeable response most models default to.

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