SPACE Prompt Templates To Master AI

In today's world, foundational AI models like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini and Grok have become powerful aids for augmenting human cognition and problem-solving abilities. To harness their full potential, we've taken a selection of well-established cognitive frameworks from various disciplines and adapted them into a set of simple yet structured prompt templates.

These prompt templates act like a bridge, helping us send our questions and challenges directly into frameworks that improve the AI's answers. With this approach, combining human smarts and artificial intelligence to solve tough problems, discover new things, and start creative ideas becomes easy and productive. Copy these prompt templates to use for your needs. Please let us know how they work for you!

SPACE PROMPT TEMPLATES

S - Scenario-Based Prompt Template

Imagine this scenario: [describe a hypothetical situation]. What are you aiming to achieve or understand from this scenario? [state your goals]

Example: Imagine a company launching a new eco-friendly product line aimed at sustainability-minded young adults. What marketing strategies should they use to maximize reach and impact with this audience?

P - Problem-Solution Prompt Template

[State your problem clearly]. What [number] innovative strategies can you suggest to solve this problem?

Example: My online course sales dropped 25% last quarter. What 3 innovative strategies can I implement to boost sales again?

A - Exploratory Question Prompt Template

[Ask an open-ended question] about [topic] to explore deeply, especially regarding [specific areas of interest].

Example: Can you explain how blockchain technology is transforming the financial industry, especially with regards to security and transactions?

C - Comparison Prompt Template

Compare [item 1] and [item 2]. Focus your analysis on [aspect 1], [aspect 2], and [aspect 3].

Example: Compare social media marketing and traditional marketing for my Dental practice. Focus on cost, reach, and customer engagement.

E - Creative Brainstorming Prompt Template

For [goal or challenge]: [state parameters]

Suggest [number] unique and creative ideas or activities to achieve this.

Example: We're planning a virtual event to launch our software's new feature and engage current users/attract new customers. Suggest 5 unique elements to make this event memorable and impactful.

SOURCES

RushTree creates acronyms and mantras to share complex concepts in a simple manner with clients and friends. We referred to ChatGPT4 and Claude to aid in developing examples for our SPACE prompt templates.

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Paul Blocchi Founder RushTree Business Optimization