You can now use ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other LLM to replace a full research team.
Here’s the exact mega prompt I use to make any LLM a world-class researcher for free:
First, what does a great researcher actually do?
Only 3 things:
1. Understand a broad topic deeply 2. Break it into its key components 3. Deliver clear, structured insights
AI can now do all of that faster, cheaper, and at scale.
Here’s the prompt I use:
"I want you to act as an elite research analyst with deep experience in synthesizing complex information into clear, concise insights.
Your task is to conduct a comprehensive research breakdown on the following topic:
[ Insert your topic here ]
Here’s how I want you to proceed:
1. Start with a brief, plain-English overview of the topic. 2. Break the topic into 3–5 major sub-topics or components. 3. For each sub-topic, provide:
- A short definition or explanation
- Key facts, trends, or recent developments
- Any major debates or differing perspectives 4. Include notable data, statistics, or real-world examples where relevant. 5. Recommend 3–5 high-quality resources for further reading (articles, papers, videos, or tools). 6. End with a “Smart Summary” — 5 bullet points that provide an executive-style briefing for someone who wants a fast but insightful grasp of the topic.
Guidelines:
- Write in a clear, structured format
- Prioritize relevance, accuracy, and clarity
- Use formatting (headings, bullets) to make it skimmable and readable
Act like you're preparing a research memo for a CEO or investor who wants to sound smart in a meeting no fluff, just value."