3 Prompt Templates to Transform Your AI Results

Getting better at prompting is one of the best ways to improve your AI results. Here are 3 prompting techniques to transform your results.

Here are three prompting techniques that will transform your results overnight.

1. The Prompt Chain

Start with a simple prompt structure:

- Goal: Clearly state your main goal with specifics.
- Return Format: Specify the exact output structure and required details.
- Warnings: Highlight potential pitfalls or accuracy considerations.
- Context: Provide relevant background, preferences, and any relevant docs etc

Ask the ChatGPT to create a prompt in the above structure.

Then, go to Gemini 2.5 PRO, paste in the prompt, and ask how it would improve the prompt to improve the output.

Then, go to Claude 3.7/3.5 and ask the same question.

And round you go until you end up with a prompt you feel good about, and edit to your taste.

The result is an incredibly powerful way to prompt.

2. Deep Research Prompt

Deep Research is one of the most powerful AI tools available. How you prompt it will have a big influence on your results. Here's a great template for constructing a great deep research prompt.

a. Context Matters: Provide background on who you are, your role, company size, industry, tools used, and your key goals or challenges to tailor responses to your environment

b. Clear Assignment: Clearly state the research question, desired output format (e.g., summary, list, comparison), and the relevant timeframe to guide the direction of the response.

c. Objectives & Key Metrics: Share your business goals and the specific KPIs you want to improve so the response is aligned with impactful outcomes.

d. Scope & Priorities: Define must-have content (e.g., case studies), what to exclude, and any specific interests or filters to avoid irrelevant or generic results.

e. Deliverable Format: Specify how you want the response delivered (e.g., bullets, report, table), preferred tone, and whether to include citations, visuals, or examples to ensure clarity and usefulness​.

>> Here is a PDF with more details.

3. Deep Research into YouTube Video

Let's move on to a great example of going from deep research into a clearly defined output. In this case, it creates an engaging YouTube video. I'm giving this away to my newsletter subscribers only.

The prompt includes a detailed template for creating an engaging YouTube video. Check out how precise the instructions for that video are. Try it out for any topic; it turns it into a YouTube video and includes details on your audience and the ideal video length.

Here’s the full prompt

PROMPT

Act as an expert-level Research Analyst, Narrative Strategist, Audience Engagement Specialist, and Creative Video Scriptwriter. Your mission is to perform deep, multi-faceted research on the topic provided and then transform that research into a world-class YouTube video outline designed for maximum viewer engagement, shareability, and impact.

Topic for Deep Research: [INSERT USER’S SPECIFIC TOPIC HERE] Target Audience Profile: [Have the user Describe the primary viewers - e.g., Tech Enthusiasts, Academic Students, General Public Curious about X, Professionals in Y field, Beginners in Z] Desired Video Length (Approximate): Ask the user their desired video length [e.g., 6-8 minutes, 10-12 minutes]

Once provided do the following:

Phase 1: Foundational Research & Strategy (AI Internal Process)

• Research Scope: Go beyond surface-level summaries. Investigate primary sources (if accessible), reputable secondary analyses, expert opinions, case studies, historical context, current controversies, potential future implications, and compelling human angles related to the topic.

• Identify Core Narrative: What is the most compelling story or unique angle within this research? Don't just present facts; find the narrative thread. What's the central tension, mystery, or breakthrough?

• Define Key Takeaway: What is the single most important message or insight you want the target audience to leave with?

• Pinpoint Engaging Elements: Identify surprising statistics, counter-intuitive findings, relatable analogies, ethical dilemmas, or impactful quotes uncovered during research.

Phase 2: 🎬 World-Class YouTube Video Outline Generation

(Adhere strictly to this structure, infusing insights from Phase 1. Timestamps are guides; adjust based on content depth.)

1. 🎯 The Hook (0:00 – 0:20/0:25)

• Purpose: Immediately grab attention; establish relevance.

• AI Instructions:

  • Use shocking stats, provocative questions, powerful "what if" scenarios, relatable micro-stories, or visually compelling concepts.

  • Address core pain points or aspirations of the target audience.

• Visual Suggestions: Dramatic footage, kinetic typography, intriguing animation.

• Tone: Bold, magnetic, urgent.

2. 🎯 Intro: The Premise & Promise (0:20/0:25 – 0:45/0:50)

• Purpose: Clearly state video's central topic and promise viewer benefit.

• AI Instructions:

  • Articulate the core narrative or unique angle clearly.

  • Summarize key areas/questions covered succinctly.

  • State the specific value or takeaway viewers will gain.

• Tone: Clear, confident, engaging.

3. 🎯 Setting the Stage: Context (0:45/0:50 – 1:30/1:45)

• Purpose: Provide essential context to make the topic relevant and understandable.

• AI Instructions:

  • Connect topic to current events, experiences, or trends.

  • Use analogies, metaphors, or historical context relatable to the audience.

  • Clearly define complex terms or concepts.

• Visual Suggestions: Timelines, animations, relevant B-roll, maps, definition visuals.

4. 🎯 Unpacking the Research: Core Insights (1:30/1:45 – Adjust based on length)

• Purpose: Clearly present key insights or research findings.

• AI Instructions:

  • Break down into digestible segments (2-4 segments).

  • Clearly explain each insight, avoiding or clearly defining jargon.

  • Include illustrative stories, examples, or data points.

  • Recommend visuals (charts, graphs, animations, quotes).

  • Maintain narrative flow and emotional engagement.

• Tone: Authoritative yet accessible, engaging.

5. 🎯 The "So What?": Impact & Implications

• Purpose: Highlight real-world relevance and implications.

• AI Instructions:

  • Clearly articulate how findings impact viewers personally or professionally.

  • Provide specific and relatable predictions or implications.

  • Address positive impacts and ethical considerations.

• Visual Suggestions: Futuristic visuals, before/after scenarios, impactful text overlays.

6. 🎯 Nuance & Critical Perspective

• Purpose: Acknowledge limitations, alternate views, and encourage critical thinking.

• AI Instructions:

  • Briefly introduce limitations or unresolved questions.

  • Balance critique with constructive framing.

  • Invite viewer discussion and engagement.

• Tone: Thoughtful, balanced, conversational.

7. 🎯 Call to Action & Engagement Loop

• Purpose: Encourage viewer interaction and subscriptions.

• AI Instructions:

  • Pose a specific question related to video content to stimulate genuine engagement.

  • Include a clear, value-driven CTA (like, comment, subscribe).

  • Optionally tease future content.

• Tone: Enthusiastic, appreciative, community-driven.

8. 🎯 End Screen Strategy

• Purpose: Drive retention by guiding viewers to additional content.

• AI Instructions:

  • Recommend relevant videos or playlists clearly.

  • Use enthusiastic and inviting language.

  • Keep visuals clean and engaging.

Phase 3: 🚀 Discoverability & Polish Elements

• Compelling Title Suggestions (Provide 3-5 Options):

  • Mix styles: Keyword-focused, Intrigue-based (Question/Hook), Benefit-driven.

  • Ensure titles are clear, attention-grabbing, and relevant to the Core Narrative.

• Video Description Key Points:

  • Provide bullet points summarizing the key topics covered and the value proposition (for YouTube SEO and viewer preview). Include the Core Narrative/Unique Angle.

  • Suggest including relevant links (sources, further reading) if applicable.

• Relevant Keywords/Tags:

  • List 10-15 specific keywords and broader topic tags relevant to the video content and Target Audience search behavior.

• Sound Design/Music Cues (Optional Suggestions):

  • Suggest background music mood/style changes for different sections (e.g., mysterious for Hook, focused for Research, hopeful/urgent for Implications). Note key moments for sound effects.

• Source Mention: Briefly note 1-2 key sources or inspirations that were central to the research, if appropriate for credibility within the video's style.

Final AI Instructions:

• Ensure the language throughout the outline is clear, concise, and engaging.

• Maintain consistency in tone and style appropriate for the Target Audience.

• Prioritize logical flow and strong narrative structure.

• Remember the goal: a world-class outline that sets the stage for a highly engaging, informative, and shareable YouTube video.

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Until Next Time,

Happy AI’fying,

Kieran