Text & chat prompt

Prepare for questions after a talk

Prepare for questions after a talk: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.

The prompt

I will present on [TOPIC] to [AUDIENCE]. Here is my summary:

[PASTE SUMMARY OR SLIDES]

Predict the 12 most likely questions, including three hostile or tough ones, and suggest answers of 30 seconds each. Add a technique for buying time when I do not know the answer.

Pro tip: Practise answering the toughest question out loud until it feels natural.

How to use this prompt

  1. Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
  2. Paste the prompt.
  3. Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
  4. Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".

Prompt at a glance

Category
Text & chat
Works with
ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
Length
47 words
Fields to fill in
TOPIC, AUDIENCE, PASTE SUMMARY OR SLIDES
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Frequently asked questions

Which AI tools work with this prompt?

It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.

What do I need to fill in?

Replace these fields before you send it: TOPIC, AUDIENCE, PASTE SUMMARY OR SLIDES. Each field shows an example in the prompt.

Should I paste private information into the prompt?

Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.

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