Use AI to create a decision brief that helps you think through options before committing to a choice.
When you need to make a decision but feel stuck between options, use AI to build a structured decision brief. This helps you clarify what matters, weigh trade-offs, and spot blind spots before you commit. It's especially useful when you're choosing between vendors, prioritizing projects, deciding on a process change, or recommending a path forward to leadership. The prompt gives you a clear framework so you walk into the decision with confidence instead of second-guessing yourself.
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“Act as an experienced strategic advisor helping me make a clear, well-reasoned decision. I need to decide between multiple options and want to think through this carefully before committing. Here's my situation: [describe the decision you need to make and list 2-4 options you're considering]. Please create a decision brief that includes: (1) a clear statement of what I'm actually deciding, (2) the key criteria that should guide this decision based on my situation, (3) a simple comparison of how each option performs against those criteria, (4) the main risks or downsides of each option I should consider, (5) any important questions I haven't thought to ask yet, and (6) a recommendation with reasoning. Write this in clear, direct language I can review quickly.”
March 9, 2026
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