Use AI to instantly rewrite someone else's confusing message into a clear action plan you can follow.
When a colleague, client, or manager sends you a vague, wordy, or confusing request, don't waste time guessing what they mean or sending three follow-up emails. Paste their message into ChatGPT and ask it to translate it into a clear, actionable summary — what they want, when they need it, and what you should do next. This saves you from misunderstandings and gets you moving on the right work immediately.
Try this prompt today
“Act as a professional workplace assistant who excels at interpreting unclear requests. I received the message below from a colleague. Please read it carefully and give me: 1) A one-sentence summary of what they're actually asking for, 2) A bulleted list of specific actions I need to take, 3) Any deadlines or timing mentioned, and 4) Any questions I should ask them to clarify before I proceed. Here's the message: [Paste the confusing message here]”
March 17, 2026
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