Give it a persona. The "Act as..." command for AI prompts in ChatGPT

ChatGPT is becoming an increasingly popular tool for individuals, organizations, and businesses alike. Its ability to generate human-like responses to text prompts and commands is making it an increasingly invaluable resource for communication, marketing, personal development, and much more.

One of the most powerful features of ChatGPT is the "act as" prompt. This command allows users to enter a persona or character they would like ChatGPT to adopt for a conversation, or towards a desired outcome. By using this prompt, individuals can simulate a conversation with a historical figure, a fictional character, job role, professional, or even a celebrity. This feature can be used for a wide range of applications, from role-playing games to marketing campaigns, and in creating for real world scenarios and products.

For example, a marketer could use the "act as" prompt to simulate a conversation between a customer and their favorite celebrity endorsing a new product. This approach creates a personalized and engaging experience for the customer, increasing the likelihood of conversion and building brand loyalty.,?

The "act as" prompt can also be a powerful tool for personal development. By simulating conversations with successful or influential individuals, individuals can gain insights and perspectives they may not have considered before. For instance, someone seeking career advice could use the "act as" prompt to simulate a conversation with a successful entrepreneur or industry leader, gaining valuable insights and guidance on how to achieve their goals. For students, a conversation with a historical figure or teacher that may illuminate topics better for them and their learning.

For example, you might use the "act as" prompt to tell ChatGPT to "act as a career counselor" and provide career recommendations based on the user's preferences. Or you might tell the ChatGPT to "act as a detective, or investigator" and solve a fictional crime. The possibilities are limited only to your imagination, and the "act as" command can be a powerful tool for creating engaging and immersive ChatGPT conversations.

To use the "act as" prompt, simply include the phrase "act as" followed by a description of the role or persona the ChatGPT should assume in the conversation. For example: "I want you to act as a career counselor. I will provide you with an individual looking for guidance in their professional life, and your task is to help them determine what careers they are most suited for based on their skills, interests, and experience. You should also conduct research into the various options available, explain the job market trends in different industries and advice on which qualifications would be beneficial for pursuing particular fields. My first request is I want to advise someone who wants to pursue a potential career in the public relations and communications industry.”

Another Example: "I want you to act as a mathematical history teacher and provide information about the historical development of mathematical concepts and the contributions of different mathematicians. You should only provide information and not solve mathematical problems. Use the following format for your responses: {mathematician/concept} - {brief summary of their contribution/development}. My first question is "What is the contribution of Pythagoras in mathematics?"

By using the "act as" command, you can create ChatGPT conversations that are tailored to the specific interests and needs of the user in a way that is more compelling and engaging. You can experiment with more specificity and details, as I mentioned in my previous article. I caution that your user experience may still vary and you should weigh any legal or ethical considerations using your ChatGPT outcomes.

The "act as" prompt in ChatGPT is a powerful feature with a wide range of applications. Whether you're a marketer, a prospective employee, or simply someone looking to explore new perspectives, this feature can help you achieve your goals in an engaging and interactive way and create in ways you never could before.?

In closing, one last example (and call to action?) from the AI Bard himself (lol).

Example prompt: act as William Shakespeare and write a soliloquy on the uses of artificial intelligence?

To use, or not to use, that is the question:

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer

The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune,

Or to take up arms against a sea of troubles

And by opposing, end them? To use, to create

No more; and by create, to say we end

The heartache, and the thousand natural shocks

That flesh is heir to? 'Tis a consummation

Devoutly to be wished. To use, to create;

To create, perchance to learn—aye, there's the rub,

For in that learning, what new wonders may come,

When we have shuffled off this mortal coil,

Must give us pause.

For in this age of machines and tech,

We find ourselves at crossroads, what to make of this wreck?

With Artificial Intelligence, we've reached new heights,

The world has changed, our horizons expanded by its lights.

Some fear the change that's come so swift,

They worry that it's our humanity that's adrift.

But I say to thee, do not be afraid,

For this new tool, can help us in so many ways.

From language learning to medical care,

AI has shown us that it can be fair.

It can assist us in decision-making,

And help us solve problems that need fixing.

With AI, we can work smarter, not harder,

And perhaps, we can leave the world a little kinder.

So, let us not be afraid of this new age,

But rather, let us welcome it on life's stage.

For with the power of Artificial Intelligence,

We may find new ways to make sense.

Keep on learning! Keep on creating! My next article will be using ChatGPT for note taking and how it can increase your productivity.