The absolute
ChatGPT
prompt
guide
that 10x your
outcomes
Jérémy Grandillon
Head of Sales @Nodata
I’ve been using ChatGPT
for months.
And I came from zero to
pro with prompts.
Here is my absolute guide
to mastering ChatGPT
and boosting your
performance. Let’s dive in
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Head of Sales @Nodata
Table of content:
1. Introduction to Prompts
2. Prompt Frameworks
3. Iterative Prompting
4. Advanced Prompting
5. Using Temp and Max Tokens
6. Good and Bad Prompts
7. Underrated Tips and Tricks
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By the end of this post,
you will have:
Mastered the art of
crafting effective prompts
Embraced the power of
iterative prompting
Learned game-changing
advanced techniques
Let’s go!
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#1
Introduction
to Prompts
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Define your goal
What do you hope to
achieve?
You might be looking for: Accomplish a task
Get an opinion
Information
Creativity
Having a goal will ensure
you're on the right path.
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Understand Prompts
Imagine walking into a vast
library with billions of
books. Without a specific question,
you might feel a bit lost.
With a clear question, you'll
find exactly what you need.
That question is your
prompt
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Concrete example
Vague prompt: “Tell me about black holes.”
Specific prompt:
“Explain black holes in a
way a 10-year-old would
understand.”
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Actionable Tips
Start Simple: Start with straightforward
questions or statements to
get a feel for how the
model responds.
Experiment: Don't be afraid to rephrase
or refine your prompts to
get different outputs.
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Input = Output
Keep this in mind: With ChatGPT, the more
you’re specific, the better
the results will be. Be direct, limit ambiguities
and ask one thing at a time. Here are some frameworks
to help you
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#2
Prompts
Frameworks
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Why Use Frameworks?
Consistency: A structured approach
ensures consistent results.
Efficiency: Reduce the guesswork,
leading to more accurate
responses.
Flexibility: They can adapt to suit
different objectives.
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Popular Frameworks
Here are some powerful
prompt frameworks you
can use:
RTF (Role, Task, Format)
BAB (Before, After, Bridge)
5Ws & 1H (Who, What, When, Where,
Why & How)
PEEL (Point, Explanation, Evidence,
Link)
STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
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Concrete Example
Let’s break down the most
common and efficient
framework: RTF
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Role
Define the specific role or
perspective that ChatGPT
should adopt.
Examples
You are a sales rep for a
software company, and you
want ChatGPT to generate
a sales pitch for a new
software product.
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Task
State the task or objective. Be explicit and specific in
describing what you want.
Examples
Create a sales pitch
highlighting the key
features and benefits of
the software product.
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Format
Specify the format or
structure you want the
response to follow.
Examples
Provide a concise
paragraph that captures
the essence of the sales
pitch.
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#3
Iterative
Prompting
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Why Iterative Prompting?
Depth:
Dive deeper into topics.
Refinement: Adjust & hone in on desired
answers.
Clarification: Expand on specific points
of interest.
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Actionable Tips
You’ll have to drive the
chat:
Ask ChatGPT to ask you
anything it needs to
provide the best results
Correct it when it makes
mistakes. Be rude. Label steps, to easily
come back at it.
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#4
Advanced
Prompting
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Conditional Prompts
Useful when you have
multiple potential
scenarios.
Example
“If I'm using Windows, guide
me to check my computer's
RAM. If I'm using macOS,
instruct me similarly.”
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Chain of Thought
When you need to
understand the "why" or
"how" behind an answer.
Ideal in maths, science
processes or even cooking
recipes.
Example
“Walk me through solving the
equation 2x+5=11.”
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Temporal Framing
Use it to get information
tailored to a specific time
period.
Example
“Explain the significance of
the moon landing in 1969 to
a teenager in 2050.”
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Localization
Same principle: use this
when you need to tailor the
response to a particular
cultural, regional, or local
context.
Example
“Explain the concept of
'siesta' in Spain.”
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Combination Prompts
Merge two (or more)
techniques to craft an
intricate, multi-dimensional
prompt.
Example
“Walk me through the
evolution of communication
devices, starting from the
1900s telegraph to the 2020s
smartphone.”
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#5
Using Temp and Max Tokens
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Advanced settings
This one is a bit techy
Underlying parameters
influence the model's
behavior. Two of these parameters
are:
Temperature
Max Tokens
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Temperature
Temperature affects the
randomness of the model's
output.
Include temperature in
your prompts using
decimals from 0 to 1. High (0.9): creativity
Low (0.2): accuracy
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Example: High Temp
Prompt:
“Write a sentence about
the future, temperature
0.9”
Result
“In the future, neon llamas
will guide our midnight
moonwalks.”
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Example: Low Temp
Prompt:
“Write a sentence about
the future, temperature
0.2”
Result
“The future holds
advancements in
technology and science.”
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Max Tokens
Max Tokens determines the
maximum length response.
It ensures the model's
answer doesn't become
overly verbose or lengthy.
A constrained response
forces the model to stick to the most relevant
information.
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Example: 50 tokens
Prompt:
“Describe the ocean."
Result
“The ocean is a vast expanse of saltwater that
covers about 71% of Earth's surface. It's a
dynamic ecosystem, teeming with diverse
marine life, from the tiniest plankton to the
enormous blue whale. Its depths remain largely
unexplored, hiding mysteries and wonders.
Oceans play a critical role in regulating our
planet's climate and provide a source of food,
recreation, and inspiration for many.”
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Example: 10 tokens
Prompt:
“Describe the ocean."
Result
“The ocean is a vast body of
saltwater, teeming with
life."
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#6
Good and Bad
Prompts
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Information
Bad prompt: “Tell me something about
space.”
Good prompt:
“Provide a brief overview of
our solar system, focusing
on the major planets.”
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Recommendations
Bad prompt: “Suggest books.”
Good prompt:
“Recommend three
mystery novels published in
the last five years that are
highly rated.”
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Technical Queries
Bad prompt: “Help with code.”
Good prompt:
“I'm facing an error in my
Python code related to list
indexing. Can you assist?”
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#7
Underrated
Tips and Tricks
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Contextual Anchoring ️
Start your prompt with a
brief context:
Enhanced Accuracy:
Directs the model for ontarget answers.
Minimized Ambiguity:
Clears up potential
misunderstandings.
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10-year old ️
Ask ChatGPT to explain a
concept, like you if you were
a 10-year-old.
This will eliminate any
technical jargon, and
provide only
understandable value.
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Request Multiple Angles
Ask the model to approach
a topic from several
perspectives:
Example
Discuss artificial
intelligence from an
ethical, economic, and
technological perspective.
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The Role Play Strategy
Direct ChatGPT to answer
from the perspective of a
profession, a figure, or even
a fictional character.
Example
“If I were to ask Bill Gates
about the future of
technology in education,
what might he say?”
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Mock Interviews
Use ChatGPT to simulate
interview scenarios:
media training
job preparations
academic interviews
Example
Conduct a mock interview
for a marketing manager
position in {industry}.
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Personal Growth
Let ChatGPT guide you with
your reflections.
Example
“Provide me with five
questions to understand
my career aspirations
better.”
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Code Peer Reviewer
Use the model to review,
analyze, or provide
feedback on code snippets.
Example
“Review this JavaScript
function for calculating the average of an array: {paste code}.”
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Cultural Advisor
Traveling? Let your
assistant provide insights
into cultural norms,
traditions, behaviors, and
etiquettes.
Example
“I'm visiting Japan for a
business trip. What should I
know?”
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Voilà!
You’re ready to master
prompting and embrace
the AI revolution. Remember, AI will handle
the execution, but the
world still needs your
vision and values
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