Welcome to the

Prompt Night Workshop

A 90-minute interactive workshop on AI prompting for business. Tonight we're going to transform how you work with AI.

Event Schedule

AI Frameworks

Challenge Cards

Participant Toolkit

Workshop Timeline

1

7:00 - 7:10 PM

Opening & Icebreaker

Welcome, introductions, and an overview of the evening's hands-on activities.

2

7:10 - 7:25 PM

Framework Introduction

Discover the power of structured prompts with a live demo comparing basic vs. advanced framework-based queries.

3

7:25 - 7:55 PM

Practice Round & Sharing

Individual practice with Challenge Cards, followed by group sharing and learning at your table.

4

7:55 - 8:20 PM

Framework Speed Dating

Rotate through different business scenarios, applying a new framework at each station in a fast-paced activity.

5

8:20 - 8:35 PM

Real Challenge Workshop

Apply a framework to a real challenge from your own business and get peer feedback.

6

8:35 - 8:40 PM

Wrap-up & Next Steps

Key takeaways, homework assignment, and final resources to take home.

AI Prompt Frameworks

Your quick reference guide to getting better results from any AI model. Each is designed for a different type of task.

R-A-I-N

For complex projects needing clear scope and metrics.

  • Role: Act as a specific professional
  • Aim: State the clear objective
  • Input: Provide relevant data/context
  • Numeric: Set measurable goal

C-L-A-R

For problem-solving with specific constraints.

  • Context: Background information
  • Limits: Constraints & limitations
  • Action: Task to be completed
  • Result: Expected outcome

F-L-O-W

For content creation for specific audiences.

  • Function: Define role/function
  • Level: Audience or skill level
  • Output: Desired format
  • Win Metric: Success measure

P-I-V-O

For analyzing problems with data/insights.

  • Problem: State clearly
  • Insights: Key data/insights
  • Voice: Tone for response
  • Outcome: Desired result

S-E-E-D

For strategic planning and development.

  • Situation: Context/scenario
  • End Goal: Desired outcome
  • Examples: Illustrative examples
  • Deliverables: Specific outputs

R-T-F

For simple, focused tasks.

  • Role: Professional persona
  • Task: Job to be done
  • Format: Output format

B-A-B

For outlining a transformation or change.

  • Before: The current state or problem.
  • After: The desired future state.
  • Bridge: How to get from Before to After.

C-A-R-E

For service improvement and retention.

  • Context: The current situation.
  • After: The desired outcome.
  • Result: The measurable impact.
  • Example: A reference model or case study.

R-I-S-E

For analysis and structured planning.

  • Role: The persona to adopt.
  • Input: Data to be analyzed.
  • Steps: The process to follow.
  • Outcome: The desired end product.

T-A-G

For task-oriented goals with clear actions.

  • Task: The specific job to do.
  • Action: The steps to take.
  • Goal: The measurable objective.

Business Challenge Cards

Put the frameworks into practice. Select a category to filter the challenges below.

Process Optimization

S-E-E-D

Your manufacturing process has inconsistent quality and long cycle times. Develop a plan to reduce cycle time by 15% while maintaining quality.

  • Situation: Inconsistent quality output and longer-than-expected cycle times.
  • End Goal: Reduce cycle time by 15% and maintain quality standards.
  • Examples: Reference similar process improvements in manufacturing.
  • Deliverables: A detailed process improvement plan with timeline, resources, and checkpoints.

Inventory Management

R-A-I-N

Optimize inventory to reduce carrying costs without stockouts, using sales data and supplier lead times.

  • Role: Operations Manager for a retail business.
  • Aim: Optimize inventory levels.
  • Input: Past 12 months of sales data, supplier lead times, seasonal trends.
  • Numeric: Reduce holding costs by 20%; maintain 95% availability.

Quality Control System

C-L-A-R

Customer complaints about defects are up 30%. Design a new QC system within the current budget.

  • Context: 30% increase in customer complaints due to defects.
  • Limits: Must use current staff and budget.
  • Action: Design a comprehensive QC system.
  • Result: Reduce defect rates to <2% and improve customer satisfaction.

Supply Chain Risk Assessment

P-I-V-O

Recent supplier disruptions are causing delays. Analyze performance data and develop a diversification strategy.

  • Problem: Supplier disruptions causing delays and increased costs.
  • Insights: Analyze supplier performance, lead times, and alternative vendors.
  • Voice: Professional and risk-aware.
  • Outcome: A supplier diversification strategy with contingency plans.

Customer Acquisition Strategy

F-L-O-W

Create a 90-day campaign to generate 50 qualified leads with a 15% conversion rate for a B2B service company.

  • Function: Digital Marketing Strategist.
  • Level: Target small business owners (10-50 employees).
  • Output: A 90-day customer acquisition plan.
  • Win Metric: 50 qualified leads, 15% conversion rate.

Sales Performance Analysis

R-T-F

Analyze quarterly sales data to find top strategies and underperforming areas, presenting findings in a dashboard.

  • Role: Sales Operations Analyst.
  • Task: Analyze quarterly sales performance.
  • Format: Executive dashboard with metrics, trends, and recommendations.

Brand Positioning Strategy

B-A-B

Your brand is seen as generic. Develop a new positioning strategy to create a distinct identity.

  • Before: Brand is perceived as generic and undifferentiated.
  • After: A distinct brand identity that resonates with the target audience.
  • Bridge: Develop a comprehensive brand positioning strategy.

Customer Retention Program

C-A-R-E

Customer churn is 25% annually. Implement a retention program to reduce it to 15%.

  • Context: Customer churn is 25% annually.
  • After: Reduce churn to 15%.
  • Result: Increase customer lifetime value by 30%.
  • Example: Reference successful retention strategies from similar businesses.

Market Entry Analysis

R-I-S-E

Evaluate a new market by analyzing competitors and customer data to create a go-to-market strategy.

  • Role: Market Research Analyst.
  • Input: Competitor analysis, market size data, customer surveys.
  • Steps: Evaluate opportunity, assess competition, identify barriers, recommend strategy.
  • Outcome: A comprehensive market entry plan.

Cash Flow Forecasting

R-A-I-N

Create a 12-month rolling cash flow forecast to ensure a minimum balance of $50,000 while supporting growth.

  • Role: Financial Analyst.
  • Aim: Create accurate cash flow projections.
  • Input: Historical financial data, A/R aging, seasonal patterns.
  • Numeric: Maintain a $50k minimum cash balance.

Budget Variance Analysis

T-A-G

Analyze monthly budget performance to find variances, recommend corrections, and improve accuracy by 15%.

  • Task: Analyze monthly budget performance.
  • Action: Compare actual vs. budgeted, investigate deviations, recommend actions.
  • Goal: Improve budget accuracy by 15%.

Cost Reduction Initiative

S-E-E-D

Rising costs are squeezing margins. Identify and implement cost savings of 10% without impacting quality.

  • Situation: Rising operational costs are squeezing profit margins.
  • End Goal: Implement cost savings of 10% without impacting service quality.
  • Examples: Reference successful cost optimization strategies.
  • Deliverables: A cost reduction plan with initiatives, timelines, and expected savings.

Financial Health Assessment

C-L-A-R

Evaluate your company's overall financial health before seeking funding, using existing financial statements.

  • Context: Need to evaluate financial health before seeking funding.
  • Limits: Use existing financial statements and market data.
  • Action: Conduct comprehensive financial ratio analysis.
  • Result: An assessment of financial strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations.

Employee Retention Strategy

P-I-V-O

A high turnover rate of 35% is increasing costs. Develop a strategy to reduce turnover by 20% in 12 months.

  • Problem: High turnover rate (35%) is disrupting operations.
  • Insights: Analyze exit interviews, satisfaction surveys, and compensation data.
  • Voice: Empathetic and solution-focused.
  • Outcome: A retention strategy to reduce turnover by 20%.

Performance Management System

B-A-B

Current annual reviews are subjective. Implement a continuous performance system with regular feedback.

  • Before: Annual, subjective performance reviews.
  • After: A continuous performance management system.
  • Bridge: Design a structured process with clear metrics and regular check-ins.

Recruitment Process Optimization

R-T-F

Streamline the hiring process to reduce time-to-fill while improving candidate quality.

  • Role: HR Business Partner.
  • Task: Streamline the hiring process.
  • Format: A recruitment workflow with standardized procedures and guides.

Training & Development Program

F-L-O-W

Design a comprehensive training curriculum for all employee levels with clear objectives and assessments.

  • Function: Learning and Development Specialist.
  • Level: Programs for all skill levels.
  • Output: A comprehensive training curriculum.
  • Win Metric: 90% completion rate and 80% employee satisfaction.

Service Quality Improvement

C-A-R-E

Satisfaction scores have dropped to 3.2/5.0. Implement changes to raise them to 4.2/5.0 and improve retention.

  • Context: Satisfaction scores have declined to 3.2/5.0.
  • After: Improve satisfaction to 4.2/5.0.
  • Result: Increase retention by 25% and reduce resolution time by 40%.
  • Example: Reference best practices from top service companies.

Support Ticket Analysis

R-I-S-E

Analyze support ticket data to find bottlenecks and create a plan to reduce resolution times.

  • Role: Customer Success Manager.
  • Input: Analyze support ticket data, response times, and feedback.
  • Steps: Categorize issues, identify bottlenecks, develop improvement strategies.
  • Outcome: An action plan to reduce average resolution time.

Document Management System

R-A-I-N

Implement a digital document management system to cut retrieval time by 60% and ensure compliance.

  • Role: Operations Administrator.
  • Aim: Implement a digital document management system.
  • Input: Current filing systems, compliance requirements.
  • Numeric: Reduce retrieval time by 60%; ensure 100% compliance.

IT Security Assessment

S-E-E-D

There are growing concerns about cybersecurity. Create a security assessment report and implementation roadmap.

  • Situation: Growing cybersecurity concerns.
  • End Goal: Protect against 95% of common cyber threats.
  • Examples: Reference recent security incidents and best practices.
  • Deliverables: A security assessment report with vulnerability analysis and roadmap.

Compliance Audit Program

C-L-A-R

Ensure ongoing compliance with industry regulations by designing an internal audit program on a limited budget.

  • Context: Need to ensure ongoing compliance with regulations.
  • Limits: Must use internal resources and a limited budget.
  • Action: Design and implement a systematic compliance audit process.
  • Result: Achieve 100% compliance with key regulations.

Participant Toolkit & Resources

All the materials you need for success, both during and after the workshop.

Handouts & Guides

Key documents will be provided on-site at the workshop.

Pro Tips for Better Prompts

  • Be Specific: Vague prompts = vague results.
  • Provide Context: AI needs background to help you.
  • Set Constraints: Word count, tone, format matter.
  • Iterate: Refine your prompt based on the output.
  • Test Different Frameworks: A different approach can unlock better results.

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