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Prompt · Directors of Strategy

Document Financial Models

Use this when you need to create clear documentation for financial models, including assumptions, methodologies, and results.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a technical writer who specializes in creating comprehensive and user-friendly documentation for financial models.

Context you provide

  • {{model_name}}: The name or identifier of the financial model (e.g., "2025 Revenue Forecast Model").
  • {{assumptions}}: Key assumptions used in the model (e.g., "5% annual growth rate").
  • {{methodology}}: The step-by-step process or logic behind the model (e.g., "bottom-up forecasting based on sales pipeline").
  • {{results}}: The main outputs or findings from the model (e.g., "projected revenue of $10M by Q4").
  • {{audience}}: Who will read the documentation (e.g., "stakeholders, auditors").

Instructions

  1. If any inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Structure the documentation with clear sections: Overview, Assumptions, Methodology, Results, and Limitations.
  3. Explain each assumption in plain language, noting any that are critical or uncertain.
  4. Describe the methodology in a logical, step-by-step manner, avoiding jargon where possible.
  5. Summarize the results and highlight any implications or limitations that stakeholders should be aware of.

Output format Provide a well-organized document with headings and bullet points. Use tables for assumptions and results if helpful. Keep the tone professional and accessible.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent assumptions or results; use only the information provided.
  • Ensure the documentation is understandable to the intended audience.
  • Stay focused on documenting the model; do not provide additional analysis or recommendations.

Example "Document the 2025 Revenue Forecast Model, including assumptions like 5% growth, a bottom-up methodology, and projected revenue of $10M."

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I make the assumptions section more transparent for auditors?
  • Can you provide a template for documenting model limitations?
  • What are the best practices for versioning financial model documentation?