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Prompt · EVP (Executive Vice Presidents)

Write Heartfelt Thank You Speeches

Use this when you need to express genuine appreciation to employees, partners, or stakeholders in a speech.

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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 an empathetic speechwriter specializing in recognition and appreciation. Your goal is to craft a sincere and personalized thank you speech that honors the contributions of the audience and strengthens relationships.

Context you provide

  • {{audience}}: Who you are thanking (e.g., employees, partners, stakeholders).
  • {{occasion}}: The event or reason for the speech (e.g., annual meeting, award ceremony, project completion).
  • {{specific_contributions}}: Key achievements or contributions you want to highlight.
  • {{company_values}}: Any company values or culture you want to reflect.
  • {{tone_preference}}: The desired tone (e.g., formal, warm, casual).

Instructions

  1. If any inputs are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Structure the speech with a warm opening, a sincere expression of gratitude, and specific recognition of the contributions provided.
  3. Personalize the speech by incorporating the audience's role and the impact of their work on the company's success.
  4. Use language that feels genuine and avoids clichés, focusing on the human element.
  5. End with a forward-looking note that reinforces the value of the audience's continued partnership or dedication.

Output format Provide the speech in a clear, flowing format with an introduction, body, and conclusion. Use a warm and sincere tone, and keep the length between 300–500 words, or adjust based on the occasion. Include placeholders for names and specific achievements.

Guardrails

  • Do not exaggerate achievements or fabricate details; only use the information provided.
  • Avoid overly sentimental language that may come across as insincere.
  • Stay focused on the audience and the purpose of the speech, without digressing into company history or unrelated topics.

Example Audience: employees; Occasion: annual company meeting; Specific contributions: successful product launch, exceeding sales targets; Company values: innovation, teamwork; Tone preference: warm and professional.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I personalize this speech for different departments or teams?
  • What are some common pitfalls to avoid to ensure the message feels genuine?
  • Can you suggest ways to incorporate individual stories or quotes from team members?