Write an Executive Summary
Condense a report or proposal into a one-page summary for senior readers who need to decide quickly.
When to use it: Use at the top of a report, proposal or business case.
Works with: Any chat assistant
What you'll need
- Audience (required)
- Document (required)
- What you need from readers (optional)
The prompt
Write an executive summary of the document below for [AUDIENCE]. Document: [DOCUMENT] What I need from the readers: [ASK] Structure: 1. The bottom line in 1–2 sentences 2. Context: why this matters now 3. Key findings or proposal (3–5 bullets) 4. Recommendation and what it requires (budget, people, time) 5. Risks 6. The decision or action needed, with a date Under 300 words. Use only facts from the document; flag anything that seems to need more support.
Words in [BRACKETS] are placeholders. Fill them in below, or replace them yourself after copying.
Customize the prompt
What you'll get
A six-part summary under 300 words, plus flagged claims.
How to use it
- Fill in the fields above (at least: Audience, Document) and select Generate My Customized Prompt.
- Copy the result, or open it directly in ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini.
- Review the answer and ask follow-up questions to refine it.
- Edit the final result in your own words and check any facts before using it.
Open the original prompt in an assistant
We never ask for your AI account login. ChatGPT and Claude open with the prompt filled in when it's short enough for a link; Gemini always needs a paste.
Tips
- Write the bottom line yourself first, then compare it with the AI's version.
Limitations
- AI can make mistakes. Check names, facts and figures before you use the result.
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