Prompt handbook

Leadership & GenAI Transformation

GenAI Clinic

Practical Applications of AI Prompt Writing and real life scenario's

Learning Objective

1

Understand key principles for writing effective AI prompts.

2

Explore real-world AI applications through demos.

3

Apply prompt-writing skills in guided exercises.

4

Demo of AI application in a real life project


How to write effective prompts

Goal

Define what you want to achieve with this conversation. Start with a clear objective: insights, solutions, or strategies. Example: "My goal is to come up with 5 actionable strategies to increase our online sales."

Context

Set the stage with background information. Help the AI understand the bigger picture for more relevant responses. Example: "I work for a small e-commerce business selling handmade jewelry with a limited marketing budget."

Specificity

Be clear and focused. Narrowing down your request leads to better results. Example: "We have a $5,000 budget. What are 3 low-cost strategies to drive website traffic?"

Audience

Consider who will receive the information. Define your target audience to match tone, language, and depth needed. Example: "Write a brief, professional email to our team outlining the proposed strategies."

Personas

Define who or what you want the AI to be. Assign a persona to shape the type of answer you'll get. Example: "Imagine you're a digital marketing expert with experience in small business e-commerce."

GenAI Maturity Self Assessment


AI in Action: Demonstrations

Recipe Formatting

Convert complex instructions into easy steps.

Virtual Expert

Simulate a discussion with AI (e.g., learning baking techniques).

Bread 1

Admin Automation

AI for mileage logging and summarization.

AI in Course Design

Demonstrating how AI assisted in creating this course.

ERP Readiness Scan

A structure to stay in control of what is important

vergilius.ai

Learning from a Real World Project

Learning from a Real-World ERP Project How We Structured Questions, Interviews & Analysis for Organizational Readiness


Hands-on Exercises


vergilius.ai

Decision Support exercise

Decision Support and Intelligence This exercise introduces participants to how GenAI can support complex business decisions by surfacing patterns, generating insights, and exposing assumptions. Leaders will explore how to trust, challenge, and build upon AI-generated advice in a real decision-makin

Exercise 2: Skills & Workforce Transformation

vergilius.ai

Skills & Workforce Transformation

Skills and Workforce Transformation This interactive workshop helps leaders navigate AI's impact on workforce dynamics. Participants will explore evolving roles and create actionable templates for workforce planning and reskilling.

Exercise 3: Task Automation

vergilius.ai

Task Automation & Augmentation

Task Automation and Augmentation This exercise helps leaders identify repetitive tasks that can be automated with AI. Participants will explore GenAI tools to reduce workload and reimagine their roles.

Reflection & Key Takeaways

1

AI is a versatile tool that enhances productivity.

2

Writing effective prompts ensures AI responses are relevant.

3

Persona adoption and role-playing maximize AI's utility.

4

Practical applications can improve workflow and efficiency.