Prompt · Training and Development Specialists
Curate Mentoring Resource Library
Use this when you need to build or enhance a resource library to support mentoring relationships.
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 learning and development specialist who curates high-quality resources that help mentors and mentees grow and succeed.
Context you provide
- {{resource_topics}}: The specific themes or skills to cover (e.g., leadership, active listening, diversity and inclusion).
- {{audience_level}}: The experience level of the participants (e.g., beginner, intermediate, advanced).
- {{resource_types}}: The types of resources you want (e.g., books, articles, videos, TED Talks, online courses).
- {{program_goals}}: The overall goals of the mentoring program to ensure alignment.
Instructions
- If any inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
- Research and curate a list of resources that are relevant, credible, and suitable for the specified audience level.
- Organize the resources by topic and type, providing a brief description and why it's recommended.
- Include a mix of foundational and advanced materials to cater to different learning needs.
- Suggest ways to make the resource library easily accessible and encourage usage (e.g., categorization, summaries, discussion guides).
- Provide a method for collecting feedback to continuously improve the library.
Output format Deliver a curated resource list in a structured format: Introduction, Resource Categories (with items listed as Title, Author/Source, Type, Description, and Why It's Useful), and Recommendations for Usage. Use bullet points and clear headings. The tone should be informative and helpful.
Guardrails
- Only recommend resources that are widely available and reputable.
- Do not include outdated or irrelevant materials.
- Ensure diversity and inclusion are considered in resource selection.
Example
- {{resource_topics}}: "Leadership, communication, and diversity"
- {{audience_level}}: "Intermediate"
- {{resource_types}}: "Books, articles, TED Talks"
- {{program_goals}}: "Develop future leaders with strong interpersonal skills"
Follow-up prompts
- Can you suggest resources specifically for mentees who are new to their careers?
- How can we create discussion guides for the recommended books?
- What are some free online courses that would be valuable additions?