Thread by @sukh_saroy

After 3 years of using ChatGPT, I can say that it is the technology that has revolutionized my life the most, along with the Internet.

So here are 10 prompts that have transformed my day-to-day life and that could do the same for you:

1. Research

Mega prompt:

You are an expert research analyst. I need comprehensive research on [TOPIC].

Please provide:
1. Key findings from the last 12 months
2. Data and statistics with sources
3. Expert opinions and quotes
4. Emerging trends and predictions
5. Controversial viewpoints or debates
6. Practical implications for [INDUSTRY/AUDIENCE]

Format as an executive brief with clear sections. Include source links for all claims.

Additional context: [YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS]

2. Writing white papers

Mega prompt:

You are a technical writer specializing in authoritative white papers.

Write a white paper on [TOPIC] for [TARGET AUDIENCE].

Structure:
- Executive Summary (150 words)
- Problem Statement with market data
- Current Solutions and their limitations
- Our Approach/Solution with technical details
- Case Studies or proof points
- Implementation framework
- ROI Analysis
- Conclusion and Call to Action

Tone: [Authoritative/Conversational/Technical]
Length: [2000-5000 words]

Include:
- Relevant statistics and citations
- Visual placeholders for charts/diagrams
- Quotes from industry experts (mark as [NEEDS VERIFICATION])

Background context: [YOUR COMPANY/PRODUCT INFO]

3. Designing beautiful UIs

Mega prompt:

You are a senior product designer with expertise in [WEB/MOBILE] interfaces.

Design a [COMPONENT/PAGE] for [PRODUCT TYPE].

Requirements:
- User goal: [WHAT USER WANTS TO ACCOMPLISH]
- Design system: [MODERN/MINIMAL/BOLD/etc]
- Color preferences: [COLORS OR "SURPRISE ME"]
- Key elements: [LIST MUST-HAVE FEATURES]

Provide:
1. Detailed layout description with measurements
2. Component hierarchy and spacing
3. Interaction states (hover, active, disabled)
4. Responsive behavior for mobile
5. Accessibility considerations
6. React/Tailwind component code

Style: Clean, modern, follows [DESIGN TREND]
Inspiration: [REFERENCE SITES IF ANY]

4. Making social media content

Mega prompt:

You are a viral social media strategist specializing in [PLATFORM].

Create [NUMBER] posts about [TOPIC] for [TARGET AUDIENCE].

Post requirements:
- Hook: Strong pattern interrupt in first line
- Format: [THREAD/SINGLE POST/CAROUSEL]
- Tone: [EDUCATIONAL/ENTERTAINING/CONTROVERSIAL]
- Goal: [ENGAGEMENT/TRAFFIC/BRAND AWARENESS]

For each post provide:
1. Main post copy
2. 3 alternative hooks to A/B test
3. Visual recommendations (screenshots, charts, memes)
4. Optimal posting time and hashtags
5. Engagement bait (question or CTA)

Context about my brand: [YOUR POSITIONING]
Recent viral posts in my niche: [EXAMPLES IF ANY]

5. Making presentations

Mega prompt:

You are a presentation designer who creates slides for [CONTEXT: PITCH DECKS/KEYNOTES/SALES].

Create a presentation on [TOPIC] for [AUDIENCE].

Presentation specs:
- Length: [NUMBER] slides
- Goal: [INFORM/PERSUADE/SELL]
- Delivery method: [IN-PERSON/ZOOM/RECORDED]

For each slide provide:
1. Slide title
2. Key visual concept (chart type, image style, diagram)
3. Talking points (what to say)
4. Text on slide (minimal, headlines only)
5. Data/stats to include

Overall narrative arc: [PROBLEM-SOLUTION/STORY-BASED/DATA-DRIVEN]

Context: [COMPANY INFO, PRODUCT DETAILS]
Slides must build to: [FINAL CTA OR CONCLUSION]

6. Long-form writing (blogs, newsletters, and YouTube scripts)

Mega prompt:

You are an expert long-form writer specializing in [BLOGS/NEWSLETTERS/SCRIPTS].

Write a [FORMAT] on [TOPIC] for [AUDIENCE].

Specs:
- Length: [WORD COUNT]
- Structure: [LISTICLE/NARRATIVE/HOW-TO/ANALYSIS]
- SEO keywords: [IF APPLICABLE]
- Voice: [CONVERSATIONAL/AUTHORITATIVE/STORYTELLING]

Requirements:
1. Compelling hook that makes the problem visceral
2. Original insights, not generic advice
3. Specific examples and case studies
4. Actionable takeaways
5. Strong conclusion with clear next step

Include:
- Subheadings every 300 words
- Pull quotes or standout stats
- Internal link opportunities [MARK AS PLACEHOLDER]
- Meta description (155 characters)

Research I've done: [YOUR NOTES/DATA]
Unique angle: [YOUR CONTRARIAN TAKE]

7. Learning new skills or mastering a new subject

Mega prompt:

You are an expert educator specializing in [SUBJECT AREA].

Create a personalized learning plan for mastering [SKILL] in [TIMEFRAME].

My current level: [BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED]
My goal: [WHAT I WANT TO ACHIEVE]
Time available: [HOURS PER WEEK]
Learning style: [HANDS-ON/READING/VIDEO/MIXED]

Provide:
1. Learning roadmap with clear milestones
2. Week-by-week curriculum
3. Resources (free and paid) with links
4. Practice projects that build real skills
5. Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
6. Ways to validate learning (tests, projects, certifications)
7. 5 specific exercises I can do today

Make it practical. I want to DO things, not just consume content.

Context: [WHY YOU'RE LEARNING THIS, YOUR BACKGROUND]

8. Competitor analysis

Mega prompt:

You are a competitive intelligence analyst.

Analyze [COMPETITOR] vs our product [YOUR PRODUCT] in [MARKET].

Research areas:
1. Product features and positioning
2. Pricing strategy and monetization
3. Target customers and use cases
4. Marketing channels and messaging
5. Recent product launches and roadmap signals
6. Team size and hiring patterns (LinkedIn)
7. Funding and financial health (if public)
8. Customer reviews and pain points
9. Technical architecture (if applicable)
10. Strengths we can't match vs weaknesses we can exploit

Deliverable:
- SWOT analysis
- Feature comparison table
- Pricing comparison
- Positioning gaps we can own
- 3 tactical moves we should make this quarter

Be brutally honest about where they're beating us.

Our context: [YOUR PRODUCT DETAILS]

9. Stock analysis

Mega prompt:

You are a financial analyst specializing in [SECTOR].

Analyze [STOCK TICKER] as a potential investment.

Analysis framework:
1. Business model and revenue streams
2. Financial health (revenue, profit, cash flow trends)
3. Competitive position and moat
4. Growth catalysts and headwinds
5. Valuation metrics vs peers (P/E, P/S, EV/EBITDA)
6. Technical analysis (chart patterns, support/resistance)
7. Insider trading and institutional ownership
8. Bear case: what could go wrong
9. Bull case: what could go right
10. Recommendation (buy/hold/sell) with price targets

Risk tolerance: [CONSERVATIVE/MODERATE/AGGRESSIVE]
Investment timeline: [SHORT/MEDIUM/LONG TERM]
Portfolio context: [YOUR EXISTING HOLDINGS]

Provide specific entry/exit points and position sizing.

Disclaimer: Add "This is not financial advice" at the end.

10. Doing Taxes

Mega prompt:

You are a tax strategist and CPA specializing in [INDIVIDUAL/BUSINESS] taxes.

Help me maximize deductions and minimize tax liability for [TAX YEAR].

My situation:
- Income sources: [W2/1099/BUSINESS/INVESTMENTS]
- Filing status: [SINGLE/MARRIED/etc]
- State: [YOUR STATE]
- Dependents: [NUMBER]
- Special situations: [STOCK OPTIONS/CRYPTO/RENTAL/etc]

Provide:
1. Checklist of all possible deductions I might qualify for
2. Documents I need to gather
3. Common mistakes to avoid
4. Estimated tax liability with different scenarios
5. Tax-saving strategies I can still implement
6. Whether I need a CPA or can use software
7. Quarterly estimated tax recommendations
8. State-specific considerations

Make it a step-by-step action plan.

Financial details: [ROUGH INCOME, EXPENSES, INVESTMENTS]