These 3 simple tips will increase the usefulness of content you generate from ChatGPT.
1. Lead with a specific goal.
Lead with a role or scenario. Explain your goal in the first sentence. Include adjectives to narrow your focus.
❌ Don’t do this:
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✅ Do this:
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2. Define first, refer later.
ChatGPT reads sequentially. If you use particular vocabulary, define them first, then refer to them.
❌ Don’t do this:
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63fa2e24f49376465c9c9423/64f85ea16791b0a481804e95_chat-gpt-define-bad.webp)
✅ Do this:
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3. Provide examples if you’re particular.
Provide examples if you have a specific format in mind. Note that this can reduce creativity and increase rigidity.
❌ Don’t do this:
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63fa2e24f49376465c9c9423/64f85e97bbb31cf426799bcf_chat-gpt-lead-with-goal-good.webp)
✅ Do this:
![](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63fa2e24f49376465c9c9423/64f85ee618f85bb73892ea66_chat-gpt-examples-good.webp)