But most people are using it like a basic chatbot.
I've used it to generate content, automate deep research, build apps, and more.
Here are 10 real ways to unlock its power:
1. Automated Research Reports (better than $100k consultants)
Claude’s web search + analysis mode lets you do what McKinsey, Gartner, and Deloitte charge six figures for.
You’ll get structured breakdowns, insights, and data points like a private analyst on demand.
Prompt to use:
"You are a world-class strategy consultant trained by McKinsey, BCG, and Bain. Act as if you were hired to provide a $300,000 strategic analysis for a client in the [INDUSTRY] sector.
Here is your mission:
1. Analyze the current state of the [INDUSTRY] market. 2. Identify key trends, emerging threats, and disruptive innovations. 3. Map out the top 3-5 competitors and benchmark their business models, strengths, weaknesses, pricing, distribution, and brand positioning. 4. Use frameworks like SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, and strategic value chain analysis to assess risks and opportunities. 5. Provide a one-page strategic brief with actionable insights and recommendations for a hypothetical company entering or growing in this space.
Output everything in concise bullet points or tables. Make it structured and ready to paste into slides. Think like a McKinsey partner preparing for a C-suite meeting.