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The 4-line context primer that makes every AI prompt 10x better
Most people skip context when they prompt AI. Then they wonder why the output is generic.
Here’s a 4-line primer you can paste at the top of any new chat (if you’re not using a Project or Custom GPT yet). Fill in your specifics, then ask whatever you need.
I’m a [your level] [your function] with [years] years of experience in [industry].
I’m currently searching for [target role] roles at [company stage/size].
My non-negotiables are [3 things] and my deal breakers are [2 things].
Be direct, push back on weak ideas, and don’t pad your responses.
That’s it. Four lines.
Drop that in before you ask Claude, or your preferred GPT, to review your resume, draft a cover letter, prep you for an interview, or evaluate a JD. The output will get sharper immediately because the AI now knows who’s asking and what good looks like for you.
The reason this works: AI defaults to safe, generic, middle-of-the-road advice when it doesn’t know who you are. Once it knows, it can actually be useful.
This isn’t a guide prompt, it’s a context primer. Use it on top of any prompt you’re already running.
Try it this week and tell me what shifted in the output.
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The 4-line context primer that makes every AI prompt 10x better
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