ChatGPT For Beginners - Chapter 4
**Ready to Try? Write a Friendly Email**
Learn to use AI assistants to craft professional, personalized emails that connect with new clients
Choose Your AI Assistant
First, you'll need access to an AI assistant. Open your preferred platform or register for an account if you don't have one yet. We recommend ChatGPT for beginners.
Copy the Base Prompt
Copy and paste this prompt into your AI assistant's chat box. Remember to fill in the bracketed sections with your specific information.
Customize Your Prompt
Make the prompt work for you by personalizing it with your specific details:
Your Custom Prompt:
Review and Refine
After getting your initial result, don't stop there! Review the output and prompt again to make improvements. You can:
💡 Refinement Tips
- Add more context about your target client
- Specify the tone you want (warm, professional, casual)
- Request specific elements (call-to-action, meeting request)
- Ask for multiple variations to choose from
- Adjust the length or format as needed
**Sample Output:**
Subject: Introduction - Let's Boost Your Social Media Presence
Hi [Client Name],
I'm Sarah, a freelance social media strategist who helps small businesses connect with their audiences authentically. With 5+ years creating engaging campaigns for restaurants and retail brands, I've seen how the right content can transform customer relationships.
I'd love to explore how we might work together to elevate your brand's online presence.
Best regards,
Sarah
**Take Your Prompts Further:**
- Chain your prompts: Start with an outline, then expand, then polish
- Define your brand voice: Include 3-5 adjectives describing your communication style
- Add context: Mention the client's industry or specific challenges
- Request formats: Ask for subject line options or different email lengths
- Include constraints: "Avoid jargon" or "Include a clear call-to-action"
Use Across Platforms
Remember: You can use the prompts you develop with any AI assistant! Once you've refined your approach, save your best prompts for future use across different platforms and situations.