A few weeks ago, I found myself drowning in an endless work spiral with ChatGPT. I wrote a simple prompt and pressed 'Enter'; what seemed like a useful technical experience turned into something resembling 'black magic' that swallowed my time and energy. I lost about $10,000 in less than an hour, and at that moment I realized that the wrong way of managing tasks can lead us to real chaos.
Turning point
After this shocking experience, I decided to harness the same power that almost drove me crazy for productive focus. I developed a simple routine that I practice every Monday morning: I open ChatGPT and write the weekly planning prompt. As a result of these ten minutes, I have a complete roadmap for the week, designed a clear plan that fits my priorities and energy.
The secret prompt
act as my weekly planning coach. ask me 5 questions to clarify my priorities, deadlines and energy for the week. then create a simple 3-part plan based on my answers.
How does this prompt work?
The five questions: asked in a tone similar to a personal trainer, helping you identify what is truly important.
Priority analysis: Thanks to the questions, you gain clarity about deadlines and projects that need the most focus.
Three-part plan: It provides you with an immediately applicable model, without getting lost in secondary details.
Benefits of the prompt for you
Saves time: What used to take hours of thinking and planning is now done in just a few minutes.
Enhances focus: Helps you avoid distractions and motivates you to engage only in essential tasks.
Increases productivity: When the work plan is clear, you focus on achievement instead of getting lost in chaos.
Reduces stress: Instead of waking up confused about what to do today, you'll have a ready-made roadmap.
Customizable: Tell ChatGPT your field or specialty, and you'll get a plan that fits your exact needs.