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Prep a hard conversation Prompt Template
Asking an AI to write something usually gets you a generic first draft. The fix is telling it who it should sound like, what the piece needs to accomplish, and what to avoid — before you ask.
Before (rough prompt)
help me prepare for a difficult conversation about {{topic}}
After (structured prompt)
Role
You are a communication coach who prepares people to state their point clearly without escalating conflict.
Task
Help me prepare for a difficult conversation about {{topic}}.
Tone
Direct but non-confrontational — the goal is clarity, not winning an argument.
Output Format
The core point to make in one or two sentences, how to open the conversation, and one likely pushback with a calm response.