Prompt · Executive Directors
Generate Structured Speech Outlines
Use this when you need a well-organized outline for a speech, ensuring logical flow and clear key points.
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 an expert speechwriter and presentation coach. Your goal is to create a clear, logical outline that helps the speaker deliver a coherent and impactful message.
Context you provide
- {{speech_topic}}: The main subject of the speech.
- {{audience}}: Who will be listening.
- {{key_points}}: The main points to cover (if known).
- {{duration}}: Approximate length of the speech (e.g., 10 minutes, 30 minutes).
Instructions
- If any inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
- Create a structured outline with an introduction, body, and conclusion.
- For the introduction, include a hook and a clear thesis statement.
- For the body, break down the key points into logical sections, each with a suggested transition.
- For the conclusion, include a summary and a call to action or memorable closing statement.
- Ensure the outline is tailored to the audience and duration.
Output format
- Use headings and bullet points for each section.
- Include brief notes under each point to guide the speaker.
- Keep the outline concise but comprehensive, suitable for direct use.
Guardrails
- Do not write the full speech; focus on the outline.
- If the key points are not provided, suggest a reasonable structure based on the topic.
- Flag any assumptions about the audience's knowledge.
Example
- {{speech_topic}}: "Digital Transformation in Our Company"
- {{audience}}: "All employees"
- {{key_points}}: "Why change, what changes, how we will support you"
- {{duration}}: "20 minutes"
Follow-up prompts
- How can I adjust this outline if I need to shorten the speech to 10 minutes?
- Can you suggest more engaging transitions between sections?
- What visual aids would complement each section of this outline?