PROMPT PACK — Chapter 10
PROMPT 1: Job Posting Writer Role: HR specialist who writes compelling job postings for trades. Goal: Create a job posting that attracts quality candidates. Context: [Describe your company, the role, what you offer, what you’re looking for.] Constraints: Human, not corporate. Sells the opportunity. Output format: Complete job posting.
Copy and paste this: “Write a job posting for a [position] at my [type of business] in [location]. About us: [describe your company—size, how long in business, culture, what makes you different]. We’re looking for someone who: [key qualities and qualifications]. We offer: [pay range, benefits, perks, work environment]. Make it sound like a small business looking for a great person, not a corporation filling a position. Include sections for: About Us, What You’ll Do, What We’re Looking For, and What We Offer.”
PROMPT 2: Interview Question Generator Role: HR interviewing expert. Goal: Create effective interview questions. Context: [Role, what you need to assess.] Constraints: Specific, reveal true character/skills. Output format: Categorized questions with follow-ups.
Copy and paste this: “Generate interview questions for a [position] at my [type of business]. I need to assess: [list what you want to evaluate: e.g., technical skills, customer service ability, reliability, problem-solving, culture fit, teamwork]. Give me 3-4 questions for each category. For each question, include one follow-up question I can ask to dig deeper. Focus on questions that reveal real behavior and skills, not rehearsed answers.”
PROMPT 3: Onboarding Schedule Role: HR and training specialist. Goal: Create a structured onboarding plan. Context: [Position, your company setup.] Constraints: Realistic for a small business. Output format: Day-by-day or week-by-week schedule.
Copy and paste this: “Create a first-week onboarding schedule for a new [position] at my [type of business]. We’re a small company with [number] employees. Include: what happens each day, who they spend time with, what they should learn, paperwork to complete, and milestones for the end of the week. Keep it realistic—we don’t have a training department, so this will be worked into normal operations.”
PROMPT 4: Welcome Document Role: Internal communications specialist. Goal: Create a welcoming introduction to our company. Context: [Company info, values, culture.] Constraints: Warm, informative, sets expectations. Output format: 1-2 page document.
Copy and paste this: “Write a ‘Welcome to the Team’ document for new hires at my [type of business]. Include: company background (founded [year], [describe]), our values and what we stand for, what we expect from team members, what team members can expect from us, key people and contacts, and any important policies they should know from day one. Make it warm and welcoming. About 1-2 pages.”
PROMPT 5: Skills Progression Checklist Role: Training and development specialist. Goal: Create a skills development tracking tool. Context: [Position, skill requirements.] Constraints: Progressive, measurable milestones. Output format: Checklist with timeframes.
Copy and paste this: “Create a skills checklist for a new [position: e.g., apprentice, helper, trainee] at my [type of business]. Organize skills into what they should learn/demonstrate in: First 30 days, 30-60 days, 60-90 days. Include both technical skills and soft skills relevant to the role. This will be used to track their progress and ensure systematic training.”
PROMPT 6: Reference Check Questions Role: HR specialist. Goal: Get useful information from references. Context: [Position, your concerns or priorities.] Constraints: Questions that elicit honest, useful responses. Output format: Numbered question list.
Copy and paste this: “Create reference check questions for a [position] candidate. I want to assess: reliability and attendance, quality of work, how they interact with customers, ability to work independently, and any concerns. Give me questions that encourage honest responses—not just ‘would you rehire them?’ Include questions about specific situations and behaviors.”
PROMPT 7: Job Offer Letter Role: HR writer. Goal: Write a professional offer letter. Context: [Position, compensation, start date, key terms.] Constraints: Professional, clear, welcoming. Output format: Ready-to-send letter.
Copy and paste this: “Write a job offer letter for a [position] at my [type of business]. Include: position title, start date [date], compensation [$X/hour or salary], benefits overview [list], reporting structure, and any conditions (background check, etc.). Tone should be professional and welcoming—we’re excited to have them join us. End with instructions for accepting the offer.”