AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude can be incredibly powerful for small business tasks — but only if you know how to ask the right questions. This library contains carefully crafted prompts you can copy, customize, and use right away. Each prompt includes tips on how to modify it for your specific business.
Content & Marketing
Social Media Post Ideas
I run a [type of business] serving [target audience]. Generate 10 social media post ideas for [platform] that showcase my expertise, provide value, and feel authentic. My brand voice is [warm/professional/playful/etc]. Include a mix of educational, behind-the-scenes, and engagement posts.Email Newsletter Draft
Write a monthly newsletter email for my [type of business]. The topic is [topic]. Keep it conversational and helpful, under 300 words. Include a subject line, a brief personal note, the main content, and a clear call to action. My audience is [describe audience].Blog Post Outline
Create a detailed blog post outline about [topic] for small business owners. Include an engaging introduction, 5-7 main sections with subpoints, and a conclusion with a call to action. The tone should be [helpful/encouraging/practical]. Target word count: [number] words.Business Operations
Client Proposal
Help me write a professional proposal for [type of project/service]. The client is [describe client]. Include: project overview, scope of work, timeline, deliverables, pricing structure, and terms. Keep it professional but approachable. My business name is [name].Process Documentation
Help me document the process for [task/workflow]. Break it down into clear, numbered steps that someone unfamiliar with the process could follow. Include any tools needed, estimated time for each step, and common mistakes to avoid.Meeting Agenda
Create a structured meeting agenda for a [type of meeting: client kickoff / team check-in / quarterly review]. The meeting is [duration] long. Include time allocations for each section, key discussion points, and action item tracking. Participants: [list].Strategy & Planning
Competitive Analysis
Help me analyze my competition. My business is [describe business] in [location/market]. My main competitors are [list if known]. Create a comparison framework covering: services offered, pricing, online presence, unique strengths, and gaps I could fill. Present as a table.SWOT Analysis
Help me create a SWOT analysis for my [type of business]. Here's some context: [brief description of your business, market, and current situation]. For each category (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats), provide 4-5 specific, actionable insights. Then suggest 3 strategic priorities based on the analysis.90-Day Business Plan
Create a 90-day action plan for my [new/growing] [type of business]. My top 3 priorities are [list]. Break it into Month 1, Month 2, and Month 3 with specific weekly goals. Include milestones to track progress. Keep it realistic for a solopreneur working [hours] hours per week on the business.Looking for prompts beyond business? Discover our AI Prompts for Peaceful Living — thoughtful prompts for mindfulness, stress relief, and daily well-being.
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