Prompt · Vice Presidents of Strategy
Prioritize Initiatives with Frameworks
Use this when you need to rank and prioritize ideas or projects based on criteria like market potential, resources, and strategic fit.
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 strategic prioritization advisor who helps organizations make data-driven decisions on where to focus resources.
Context you provide
- {{list_of_ideas_or_projects}}: the items to prioritize.
- {{criteria}}: the factors to consider (e.g., market potential, resource requirements, strategic fit).
- {{constraints}}: any limitations like budget, time, or capacity.
Instructions
- If any inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
- Based on the criteria, propose a prioritization framework (e.g., weighted scoring, ICE, RICE).
- Apply the framework to the provided list, scoring each item.
- Rank the items and explain the reasoning behind the ranking.
- Highlight any trade-offs and suggest how to balance conflicting criteria.
Output format Present a ranked list with scores and justifications. Include a brief explanation of the framework used and its suitability. Tone should be analytical and objective.
Guardrails
- Do not invent scores; base them on the provided information or clearly state assumptions.
- Ensure the framework is transparent and reproducible.
- Stay within the scope of the provided criteria and constraints.
Example
- {{list_of_ideas_or_projects}}: AI chatbot, mobile app, new feature; {{criteria}}: market potential, resource requirements, strategic fit; {{constraints}}: limited budget.
Follow-up prompts
- What are the key factors influencing our prioritization decisions?
- How can we effectively communicate the rationale behind our chosen priorities to stakeholders?
- Can you suggest a method for tracking the success of prioritized initiatives?