“Prompting” for Beginners: How to Talk to AI - 8 of 10
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Ever tried using ChatGPT, Claude, or another AI tool and thought, “It didn’t really work for me?”
Chances are, it wasn’t the tool—it was the prompt.
Prompting is simply how you tell an AI what you want. And just like talking to a person, clear communication = better results.
🔹 What Is a Prompt?
A prompt is your instruction to the AI.
The more specific and focused you are, the better the outcome.
🛠️ Good Prompts vs. Vague Prompts
❌ Vague Prompt:
Write something for my website.
✅ Better Prompt:
Write a 2-paragraph welcome message for new customers visiting my website for the first time. Keep it friendly, warm, and use plain English.
💡 4 Beginner Prompt Templates
1. Write an Email
Prompt: Write a short welcome email for a new customer who just signed up for our monthly service. Mention that they can contact us anytime with questions.
2. Summarize Something
Prompt: Summarize this article in 3 bullet points for a LinkedIn post. Keep it under 100 words.
3. Generate Ideas
Prompt: Give me 5 blog post ideas for a small business that sells handmade furniture online.
4. Explain Like I’m 5 years old.
Prompt: Explain what cryptocurrency is in simple terms a 10-year-old can understand.
🧩 Prompting Tip: Add Structure
Use structure words like:
“In 3 bullet points…”
“Keep it under 100 words…”
“Write it in a casual tone…”
“Use first-person voice…”
🗣️ Your Turn
Try it! Practice one of these prompt types and share your results.
Want help writing better prompts? Just ask!
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- thanks, Sam
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