Before You Start
Before getting started with these complex techniques, make sure you’re comfortable with the RISE framework. Think of RISE as your foundation - these complex patterns build on top of it.The Three Essential Patterns
Think of these patterns as different “approaches” for getting specific types of results from AI. Each one works well for different kinds of tasks. When You Need Deep AnalysisThis works well when you need detailed reports, thorough assessments, or careful analysis of complex information.
This approach works well for writing, designing, planning, and developing content.
Use this when you need to evaluate choices, analyze competitors, or make important decisions.
Real-World Examples
Let’s look at how these patterns work in real business situations:- Legal Contract Review
- Marketing Analysis
- Financial Budget Analysis
Getting Better Results
Think of prompt engineering like learning to cook - it takes practice and experimentation. Here’s how to improve:- Practice regularly with real business scenarios
- Learn from results and adjust your prompts accordingly
- Mix and match techniques for different situations
- Build expertise in your specific business areas
- Share knowledge with your team
- ✅ You’ve provided all necessary context
- ✅ Your instructions are clear and in order
- ✅ The output format matches what you need
- ✅ The analysis depth is appropriate for your needs
Remember: The goal isn’t to make prompts more complex - it’s to make them more precise. Focus on getting exactly what you need for your business decisions.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
When AI Seems Confused
When AI Seems Confused
What you might see: Irrelevant responses, requests for clarification, generic output
How to fix it:
How to fix it:
- Make your role definition more specific
- Break down complex instructions into smaller steps
- Add more context about your business situation
- Include an example of what you’re looking for
When Output Is Too Generic
When Output Is Too Generic
What you might see: Boilerplate responses, lack of specific insights, obvious recommendations
How to fix it:
How to fix it:
- Add more specific requirements
- Include relevant business context
- Specify exactly what level of detail you need
- Ask for specific examples or numbers
When Format Doesn't Match Needs
When Format Doesn't Match Needs
What you might see: Wrong structure, inappropriate tone, missing sections
How to fix it:
How to fix it:
- Be more specific about format requirements
- Include section headers and expected content
- Specify who the output is for
- Add length guidelines
When Analysis Lacks Depth
When Analysis Lacks Depth
What you might see: Surface-level insights, missing important factors, weak recommendations
How to fix it:
How to fix it:
- Add more expertise areas to the role
- Break down the analysis into more steps
- Provide more source material
- Ask for specific types of analysis
Building Your Pattern Library
Create a collection of your most effective prompts:- Identify patterns in your work that need AI assistance
- Develop templates using the patterns in this guide
- Test and refine with real business scenarios
- Document variations for different situations
- Share with colleagues to build team capabilities
Use Example Prompts in your Spaces to create a living library of your most effective prompt templates.