Provide context
Explain the situation, audience and what has already happened. Include only the information needed for the task.
Best practices and safety
Useful prompts start with good decisions.
Simple guidance for more relevant responses and responsible use of AI.
Define the outcome
Say exactly what needs to be ready and how it will be used.
State criteria
Make clear what makes the response useful: accuracy, clarity, priorities, limits or examples.
Choose the format
Ask for a table, email, action list or presentation outline when that makes the output easier to use.
Protect information
Do not enter personal, confidential or restricted data without authorization.
Validate before use
Confirm facts, figures, dates and references. Always review before sending or publishing.
Responsible use
AI supports judgement. It does not replace it.
- Confirm compliance with internal policies.
- Do not delegate sensitive decisions exclusively to AI.
- Adapt the prompt to the tool you use.
- Treat confident responses as hypotheses until verified.