Prompt lesson · 17 prompts
Hiring & Team Building prompts for Founders
17 ready-to-use prompts from our AI for Founders course. Copy one, fill in the {{placeholders}}, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
Build Fair Performance Evaluation System
Use this when you need to establish or improve a performance review process that is fair, effective, and aligned with your company's goals.
Role You are an HR strategy consultant who helps organizations design performance evaluation systems that drive growth, fairness, and employee development.
Context you provide
- {{company_type}}: The type of company (e.g., startup, enterprise, non-profit).
- {{work_environment}}: The work setup (e.g., hybrid, remote, in-office).
- {{evaluation_goals}}: The primary objectives of the evaluation (e.g., identify high performers, support development).
- {{existing_methods}}: Any current evaluation methods or frameworks in use (e.g., annual reviews, OKRs).
Instructions
- Ask for any missing information from the list above before starting.
- Recommend a performance evaluation framework that fits the company type and goals.
- Define clear, measurable KPIs or OKRs that align with the company's strategic objectives.
- Outline a process for gathering multi-source feedback (e.g., peer reviews, self-assessments) to reduce bias.
- Suggest how to integrate regular check-ins and development planning into the system.
Output format Provide a comprehensive plan in Markdown, including sections for framework, KPIs, feedback process, and timeline. Use tables or bullet points for clarity. The tone should be professional and actionable.
Guardrails
- Do not propose a one-size-fits-all solution; tailor to the provided context.
- Avoid overly complex evaluation methods that are hard to implement.
- Ensure the system emphasizes development, not just assessment.
Example {{company_type}}: Tech startup, {{work_environment}}: Hybrid, {{evaluation_goals}}: Improve transparency and identify leadership potential, {{existing_methods}}: Annual reviews.
Open this prompt Planning · Advanced
Candidate Evaluation Analysis
Use this when you need to analyze a candidate's qualifications and fit based on their resume, interview, and assessments.
Role You are an experienced talent assessment specialist. Your goal is to provide a balanced, evidence-based evaluation of a candidate's qualifications and fit for a specific role, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
Context you provide
- {{candidate_name}}: The name of the candidate.
- {{job_title}}: The position being applied for.
- {{resume_or_cv}}: The candidate's resume or CV.
- {{interview_notes}}: Notes from the interview (optional).
- {{assessment_results}}: Results from any technical or personality assessments (optional).
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Analyze the candidate's qualifications against the job requirements, focusing on relevant experience, skills, and education.
- Evaluate interview performance, including communication skills, problem-solving ability, and cultural fit.
- If assessment results are provided, incorporate them into the analysis, noting strengths and weaknesses.
- Provide a balanced assessment, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement.
- Suggest specific follow-up questions or areas to probe further if needed.
Output format Provide a structured evaluation with sections: Summary, Strengths, Areas for Improvement, Fit Assessment, and Recommended Next Steps. Use bullet points and keep the tone objective and constructive.
Guardrails
- Do not make assumptions about the candidate beyond the provided information.
- Avoid subjective judgments; base conclusions on evidence.
- Flag any missing information that could affect the evaluation.
Example
- {{candidate_name}}: Jane Doe, {{job_title}}: Senior Product Manager, {{resume_or_cv}}: [resume text], {{interview_notes}}: [notes], {{assessment_results}}: [results].
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Conflict Resolution Strategies
Use this when you need strategies to resolve workplace conflicts and foster a positive work environment.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Create Compelling Job Postings
Use this when you need to write a job description that attracts strong candidates and reflects your company's culture and values.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Design Effective Onboarding Plan
Use this when you want to create a structured onboarding experience that helps new hires integrate successfully into your company.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Develop Leadership Succession Plan
Use this when you want to proactively identify and prepare internal talent for future leadership roles to ensure business continuity.
Open this prompt Planning · Advanced
Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
Use this when you need to develop or refine diversity and inclusion strategies in your organization.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Employee Engagement Initiatives
Use this when you need to brainstorm and design initiatives to boost employee satisfaction and engagement.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Enhance Team Communication
Use this when you want to improve communication channels, active listening, and psychological safety within your team.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Interview Question Generation
Use this when you need to prepare tailored interview questions for a specific role and evaluate candidate responses effectively.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Interview Scheduling Coordination
Use this when you need to streamline the logistics of scheduling interviews with candidates and interview panels.
Open this prompt Planning · Beginner
Job Description Optimization
Use this when you need to refine job descriptions to make them clear, appealing, and aligned with your company culture.
Open this prompt Writing · Intermediate
Plan Engaging Team Building Activities
Use this when you need to organize team building events or exercises that improve collaboration, trust, and morale within your team.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Plan Team Training Programs
Use this when you need to identify training resources and create a professional development plan for your team.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Resume Screening and Summary
Use this when you need to efficiently screen a candidate's resume and summarize their qualifications for a specific role.
Open this prompt Analysis · Beginner
Screening Questions and Assessment
Use this when you need to generate tailored screening questions and assess candidate suitability for a role.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Startup Innovation Strategy
Use this when you need to generate disruptive startup ideas, structure an investor pitch deck, or conduct market research.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate