Quick Win
Think of one writing task you did this week that felt tedious—a follow-up email, a response to a customer question, a social media post. Write down what that task was and roughly how long it took. Now imagine having a first draft of that task appear in thirty seconds. What would you do with those extra minutes?
Prompt Pack — Chapter 1
These prompts introduce you to basic AI interactions. Copy and paste them into ChatGPT or a similar tool, replacing the bracketed sections with your information.
1.1
Explain AI to Me
You are a patient teacher who explains technology in simple terms. I run a small [plumbing/electrical/HVAC/landscaping/contracting] business and have never used AI before. Explain what AI tools like ChatGPT can do for a business like mine. Use everyday language, no jargon, and keep it under 200 words.
1.2
Quick Task Test
You are a helpful business assistant. I run a [type of home services business]. Write a short email thanking a customer for choosing my company after we completed their [type of project]. Be professional but warm. Keep it to three or four sentences.
1.3
Brainstorm Ideas
You are a marketing advisor for small service businesses. I run a [type of business] and want to get more customer reviews on Google. Give me 7 simple, low-cost ideas for encouraging happy customers to leave reviews. Number each idea and include one sentence explaining how to do it.
1.4
Summarize Information
Summarize the main benefits and risks of using AI tools in a small business. I run a [type of business]. Keep your answer to 5-7 bullet points, each one sentence long. Focus on practical considerations, not theory.
1.5
Simple Q&A
Is ChatGPT free to use? Give me a direct answer first, then explain what’s free versus paid in one short paragraph. I run a small business and need to understand the costs.