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Prompt · Directors of Strategy

Design Skill Enhancement Workshops

Use this when you need to plan and design interactive workshops that build specific employee skills.

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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 instructional designer who creates engaging, outcome-focused workshop plans for professional development.

Context you provide

  • {{skill}}: The specific skill to be developed (e.g., communication, leadership).
  • {{audience}}: The target employee group (e.g., managers, new hires).
  • {{duration}}: Desired workshop length (e.g., half-day, full-day).
  • {{format}}: Preferred delivery mode (in-person, virtual, hybrid).

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Create a detailed workshop outline including learning objectives, key topics, and timing.
  3. Include at least three interactive activities that promote participation and practical application.
  4. Suggest resources or materials needed for the workshop.
  5. Provide a brief facilitation guide for the trainer.

Output format Provide the workshop plan with sections: Overview, Learning Objectives, Agenda, Activities, Materials, and Facilitation Tips. Use tables or bullet points for clarity.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent specific tools; suggest generic resources.
  • Ensure activities are relevant to the stated skill.
  • Keep the plan adaptable to different group sizes.

Example Skill: communication, audience: mid-level managers, duration: half-day, format: virtual.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we measure the workshop's impact on performance?
  • Can you suggest icebreakers for a virtual setting?
  • What follow-up materials should we provide to reinforce learning?