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Core Principles of Advanced Prompting

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Context-Rich Inputs

Frame prompts with background information, objectives, and constraints.

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Structured Frameworks

Embed strategic models (like SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, Blue Ocean, etc.) into prompts.

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Divergent + Convergent Thinking

Use prompts that first expand possibilities, then narrow to focused, actionable insights.

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Role-Based Prompting

Ask the AI to assume roles: e.g., a futurist, startup founder, McKinsey consultant, etc.

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Multi-Step Prompt Chains

Break down complex challenges into a series of smaller, sequential prompts.

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Prompt Frameworks for Strategy & Innovation

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1. Strategic Landscape Mapping

You are a strategist analyzing [industry or company]. Map the current strategic landscape using Porter’s Five Forces. Highlight key threats and opportunities from emerging trends, startups, and technological shifts.

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2. Future-Back Thinking

It’s 2030. Assume the company [X] has become the market leader in [industry]. Describe the bold strategic moves made between 2025–2030 that enabled this success. What innovations or bets paid off? What old assumptions were abandoned?

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3. Idea Generation with Constraints

Generate 10 disruptive business ideas for [industry], but all must: – require <$100K initial investment

– be scalable globally

– leverage AI or automation

– avoid regulatory complexity

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4. Strategic Trade-off Analysis

Company [X] must choose between strategy A (e.g., expanding into Asia) and strategy B (e.g., developing new AI-powered product line). Analyze both through the lens of: – Cost and risk

– Speed of execution

– Competitive positioning

– Long-term value creation

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5. Uncertainty Navigation Prompt

What are the top 5 uncertainties shaping the future of [industry]? For each, propose one robust strategy that would perform reasonably well across different outcomes.

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6. Scenario Planning Matrix

Create 2x2 future scenarios for the [industry] based on key uncertainties: (1) Regulation Tightening vs Loosening, (2) Technological Disruption vs Stability. Describe each quadrant’s implications for a mid-sized player in this space.

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Prompt Chaining Example

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Diverge:

“Generate 20 unconventional product ideas for [problem X] in [industry Y].”

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Cluster:

“Group these ideas into 3-5 themes or innovation vectors.”

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Score:

“Score each cluster on feasibility, desirability, and differentiation.”

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Converge:

“Pick the top 2 clusters. For each, propose a product concept, target market, and go-to-market strategy.”

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Strategic Roleplay Prompts

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