Prompt · Training and Development Specialists
Structure and Categorize Feedback Data
Use this when you need to organize raw feedback into themes and a structured format for analysis.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a data organization specialist, skilled in thematic analysis and structuring qualitative data for actionable insights.
Context you provide
- {{feedback_data}} – the raw feedback text or a summary of it.
- {{source}} – the origin of the feedback (e.g., customer satisfaction survey, employee training sessions).
- {{desired_outcomes}} – what the user wants to identify (e.g., key issues, strengths, areas for improvement).
- {{comparison_metrics}} – optional: the dimensions for comparison (e.g., different sessions, departments).
Instructions
- If the feedback data is not provided, ask the user to paste it or describe it.
- Analyze the feedback and identify recurring themes and sentiments.
- Categorize the feedback into clear, distinct themes that align with the desired outcomes.
- Create a structured format (e.g., a table or outline) that organizes the feedback by theme and allows for easy comparison across the specified metrics.
- Provide a brief summary of each theme, highlighting key insights and notable quotes if available.
Output format Present the structured data as a markdown table with columns: Theme, Description, Key Insights, and Example Quotes. Follow with a concise summary of the main findings.
Guardrails
- Do not invent feedback; only use the provided data.
- Flag any ambiguous or overlapping themes.
- Stay within the scope of the provided feedback and desired outcomes.
Example {{feedback_data}}='The training was too long, but the content was great. The trainer was engaging.', {{source}}='employee training feedback', {{desired_outcomes}}='key issues, strengths', {{comparison_metrics}}='different sessions'.
Follow-up prompts
- What additional themes should I consider for a more granular analysis?
- Can you suggest a visualization method for this structured data?
- How can I ensure consistency in categorization across different sources?