Using Frameworks

Step 1: Define the Objective

Before selecting a framework, clarify what you want to achieve with the prompt. Ask yourself:

• What problem am I trying to solve?
• Do I need to analyze, strategize, plan, or brainstorm?
• What is the desired outcome (e.g., insights, actions, decisions)?

Step 2: Match the Objective to a Framework

Choose a framework that aligns with your goal. Here are some common frameworks and their use cases:

Step 3: Understand the Framework’s Components

Familiarize yourself with the framework’s structure and its components. This will guide how you construct your prompt. For example:

• For SWOT, break the analysis into four parts: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
• For PESTLE, focus on each external factor (Political, Economic, etc.) individually.

Step 4: Craft Your Prompt

Create a clear and specific prompt that integrates the framework.

• Example 1 (SWOT): “Conduct a SWOT analysis for [company/product]. Identify at least 2 strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.”
• Example 2 (SMART Goals): “Draft SMART goals for increasing sales by 20% over the next quarter.”
• Example 3 (PESTLE): “Use the PESTLE framework to evaluate the macro-environmental factors affecting the AI industry.”

Step 5: Provide Context

Include background information or constraints to guide the analysis. This ensures the response is relevant and actionable.

• Example Context: “The company is a startup with limited funding, targeting eco-conscious consumers.”