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Free AI prompt templates for small business

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349 copy-ready prompts for everyday work in ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Copilot. Each one is built on Role, Context, Task and Format, explains every blank, shows a filled-in example from a free lesson, and tells you how to check the answer before you use it.

Looking for prompts for your job? Browse AI prompts by role: 30 jobs, from accountants and recruiters to project managers and paralegals, with 10 to 15 copy-ready prompts each.

Prompts for texts, voicemails and messages

Need a prompt that works with text messages and voicemail transcripts, or one that writes a whole story in that format? Start with these. Copy one into ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini and fill in the blanks.

By job

Customer emails

Reviews and reputation

Meetings and notes

Quotes and estimates

Follow-ups

Collections and billing

SOPs and operations

Hiring and HR

Marketing and social

Sales

Reports and planning

By industry

Accounting

AI pilot plan promptAR aging summary promptAuditor document request reply promptAutomation project brief promptBank reconciliation exceptions memo promptBookkeeping client onboarding email promptBudget request memo promptCash flow forecast assumptions promptChatGPT memory sort promptClient bookkeeping question reply promptClient onboarding questionnaire promptClient quarterly review recap promptConsultation booking confirmation promptContractor onboarding email promptCRM follow-up task plan promptDuplicate invoice check promptEmail shortener promptEmployee departure announcement promptEngagement fee increase letter promptEngagement letter draft promptEstimated tax payment reminder promptExit interview questions promptExpense categorization promptExpense policy question reply promptExpense report summary promptFinal notice for an overdue invoice promptFirm project instructions draft promptFix reply tone promptForm show/hide rule promptHiring manager intake promptIntake form description promptInternal job posting promptInvoice data extraction promptInvoice dispute reply promptIT incident report promptJournal entry explanation promptMeeting transcript cleanup promptMissing documents request promptMonth-end close checklist promptMonthly cost share review brief promptNew hire onboarding checklist promptOvertime and attendance report promptP&L export check before analysis promptPayment matching promptPayment plan offer promptPayment reminder email promptRACI chart from project notes promptSheet question and total checker promptSoftware tool evaluation scorecard promptTax extension explanation email promptTax refund status reply promptTax season client checklist promptTimesheet summary promptVendor bank change verification promptVendor invoice approval request promptVendor payment status reply promptVendor W-9 request email prompt

Free lessons: AI for Accounting & Bookkeeping Firms

Law

Agent knowledge-base answer promptAI receptionist script promptCandidate pipeline update promptClient case update email promptConflict check request email promptConsultation booking confirmation promptContract red flags promptContract version comparison promptCourt date reminder email promptDeposition transcript summary promptEngagement letter draft promptIntake call conflict check list promptLaw firm consultation follow-up email promptLegal intake summary promptLegal research memo outline promptLegal time entry cleanup promptMatter closing letter promptNDA key terms summary promptNew matter client document checklist promptPayment matching promptPlain-English document summary promptStory told in texts and voicemails prompt

Free lessons: AI for Law Firms

Insurance

Annual coverage review invite promptCandidate follow-up after interview promptCertificate of insurance request reply promptClaim denial explanation email promptClaim documents request promptClaim intake questions promptClaim status update email promptConsultation booking confirmation promptCoverage question reply promptDeductible explanation for a client promptInsurance quote comparison for a clientLoss run request email promptNew policy welcome email promptNonpayment cancellation warning emailPolicy change confirmation email promptPolicy renewal reminder promptRenewal premium change explanation prompt

Free lessons: AI for Insurance Agencies

Recruiting

Benefits FAQ for employees promptCandidate declined offer reply promptCandidate experience survey promptCandidate follow-up after interview promptCandidate outreach message promptCandidate pipeline update promptCandidate skills task promptEmployee policy question reply promptEmployee survey results summary promptHiring manager intake promptInternal job posting promptInterview debrief agenda promptInterview scorecard promptOffer negotiation reply promptOpen enrollment reminder email promptPanel interview question split promptPerformance improvement plan draft promptPhone screen summary promptPromotion announcement promptReference check questions promptRemote work policy draft promptResume screen against requirements prompt

Free lessons: AI for Recruiting & HR

Real estate

Buyer inquiry reply promptChatGPT settings checklist promptConsultation booking confirmation promptListing description promptNeighborhood guide promptOpen house follow-up promptPrice reduction announcement promptRental property repair coordination promptShowing feedback request prompt

Free lessons: AI for Real Estate

Marketing

A/B test plan promptAd copy variations promptAutomation project brief promptBlog post to social posts promptBrand skill brief promptBrand voice guide promptBudget variance explanation promptBuyer persona promptCampaign results summary promptCandidate skills task promptCase study draft promptCase study interview questions promptChurn reason analysis promptCited competitor price scan promptClient kickoff agenda promptClient monthly report promptClient onboarding questionnaire promptCompetitor comparison one-pager promptContent calendar promptCreative brief promptData cleanup plan promptDecline a request politely promptDiscovery call prep promptEmail list send decision promptEmail subject lines promptIdeal customer profile promptLanding page headline promptLead magnet outline promptLead magnet welcome email promptLead nurture email sequence promptNPS follow-up email promptPress release draft promptPricing FAQ promptProduct photo motion promptProject charter promptPromo video brief and script promptPromotional text message promptProposal summary promptScope change reply promptSEO meta description promptSocial post ideas promptTrade show lead follow-up email promptWebinar follow-up email promptWebinar run of show prompt

Free lessons: AI for Marketing

Sales

30-60-90 day plan promptAccount plan promptAt-risk customer check-in promptCall notes to CRM update promptCase study interview questions promptChange one fact, show what moved promptChurn reason analysis promptCold outreach email promptCompetitor comparison one-pager promptCRM follow-up task plan promptCustomer onboarding checklist promptDemo no-show follow-up promptDemo request reply promptDiscovery call prep promptDiscovery call recap email promptEmail shortener promptIdeal customer profile promptLanding page headline promptLead no-response follow-up promptLead qualification promptLead scoring rubric promptLinkedIn connection request promptNPS follow-up email promptObjection handling promptOne-page business plan promptPricing FAQ promptProposal summary promptQuarterly report summary promptQuote follow-up email promptRenewal negotiation prep promptRFP requirements matrix promptSales assistant instructions promptSales follow-up after demo promptSales pipeline review promptStalled deal follow-up promptSupport ticket categorization promptTrade show lead follow-up email prompt

Free lessons: AI for Sales

Operations

AI assistant answer scorecard promptAI data level sorting promptAI pilot plan promptAI receptionist script promptAt-risk customer check-in promptAutomation project brief promptBenefits FAQ for employees promptBoard meeting minutes promptBudget request memo promptBusiness case promptChatGPT settings checklist promptChecklist from SOP promptCited competitor price scan promptClient kickoff agenda promptClient onboarding questionnaire promptComplaint reply four-part promptContract red flags promptContract renewal reminder email promptContract version comparison promptContractor onboarding email promptCredit memo explanation email promptCustomer complaint log summary promptCustomer onboarding checklist promptData cleanup plan promptEmail list send decision promptEmail shortener promptEmployee departure announcement promptEmployee incident report promptEmployee policy question reply promptEmployee survey results summary promptEnd of day report promptExecutive summary from a report promptFeedback conversation script promptFirst-week training plan promptHandbook answer test questions promptIncident follow-up action plan promptIncident report email promptIncident report promptIncident witness questions promptInvoice approval request email promptInvoice data extraction promptIT and maintenance request reply promptIT incident report promptKnowledge base article from a ticket promptKPI commentary promptLate order apology email promptMaintenance request triage promptMeeting notes to slide deck promptMeeting room and calendar policy promptMeeting transcript cleanup promptMessy export to workbook promptMonth-end close checklist promptMonthly operations report promptNDA key terms summary promptNear-miss report promptNew chat handoff summary promptNPS follow-up email promptOffer letter draft promptOffice move announcement promptOvertime and attendance report promptPayment matching promptPerformance improvement plan draft promptPerformance review notes promptPerformance self-evaluation promptPitch deck number check promptPlain-English document summary promptProcess handoff document promptProcess map from description promptProject charter promptProject retrospective promptProject risk register promptPromotion announcement promptPurchase request justification promptQuarterly report summary promptRACI chart from project notes promptReimbursement decision email promptRemote work policy draft promptRepeat report skill interview promptRequest for quote email promptRFP requirements matrix promptScope change reply promptSoftware tool evaluation scorecard promptSOP draft from a transcript promptSOP writer promptSpreadsheet formula helper promptStatement of work draft promptStory told in texts and voicemails promptSupport ticket categorization promptTimesheet summary promptTraining quiz from SOP promptVacation coverage handoff promptVendor late order follow-up promptVendor onboarding checklist promptVendor payment terms request promptVendor performance review promptVisitor arrival instructions email promptWeekly status email to manager prompt

Free lessons: AI for Operations

Finance

AR aging summary promptAuditor document request reply promptBank reconciliation exceptions memo promptBudget request memo promptBudget variance explanation promptBusiness case promptCash flow forecast assumptions promptCash flow summary for owners promptChatGPT memory sort promptContract renewal reminder email promptCredit memo explanation email promptDuplicate invoice check promptExpense categorization promptExpense policy question reply promptExpense report summary promptFinal notice for an overdue invoice promptInvoice approval request email promptInvoice data extraction promptInvoice dispute reply promptInvoice email promptJournal entry explanation promptKPI commentary promptMessy export to workbook promptMonth-end close checklist promptMonthly cost share review brief promptOne-page business plan promptP&L export check before analysis promptPayment plan offer promptPayment reminder email promptPitch deck number check promptPurchase request justification promptReceipt details extraction promptReimbursement decision email promptSpreadsheet formula helper promptVendor bank change verification promptVendor invoice approval request promptVendor payment status reply promptVendor payment terms request promptVendor W-9 request email prompt

Free lessons: AI for Finance

Trades

After-hours voicemail script promptAI agent test messages promptAppointment reminder text prompt and examplesBefore-and-after job post promptCancellation request reply promptCash flow summary for owners promptChange order email promptCustomer call notes summary promptDeclined card notice promptDeposit request email prompt"Do you service my area?" reply promptElectrical bid scope of work promptEmergency service request triage promptEmployee handbook section promptEmployee newsletter promptEmployee recognition message promptGood, better, best options promptGoogle Business Profile post promptHome maintenance tips email prompt"How much does it cost?" reply promptHVAC estimate description promptIncident follow-up action plan promptIncident report promptIncident witness questions promptInterview questions promptInvoice email promptJob completion summary promptJob description promptJob post promptMaintenance agreement renewal promptMissed call text back promptNear-miss report promptObjection handling promptPermit and inspection explainer promptPhone screen summary promptPost-job care instructions promptQuestions to ask before you quote promptQuote email promptQuote follow-up email promptReceipt details extraction promptReferral request promptRental property repair coordination promptRequest routing rules promptSafety toolbox talk promptSeasonal tune-up promo promptService appointment confirmation promptService call follow-up message promptService delay update promptTech daily job briefing promptTechnician on the way text promptUpsell offer email promptWarranty claim reply promptWebsite service page copy promptWeekly leads summary promptWeekly team report prompt"What do I do until you get here?" prompt

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By tool

Every template works in ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot. Here they are grouped by the tool you practice them in, in the free lessons.

Practice in ChatGPT

30-60-90 day plan promptAccount plan promptAction items table promptAd copy variations promptAI assistant answer scorecard promptAI data level sorting promptAngry customer call talking points promptAnnual coverage review invite promptAppointment reschedule reply promptAR aging summary promptAt-risk customer check-in promptAuditor document request reply promptBank reconciliation exceptions memo promptBefore-and-after job post promptBilling question reply promptBlog post outline promptBlog post to social posts promptBoard meeting minutes promptBookkeeping client onboarding email promptBrand voice guide promptBudget request memo promptBudget variance explanation promptBusiness case promptBuyer inquiry reply promptCall notes to CRM update promptCancellation request reply promptCandidate declined offer reply promptCandidate experience survey promptCandidate follow-up after interview promptCandidate outreach message promptCandidate pipeline update promptCandidate rejection email promptCandidate skills task promptCase study draft promptCash flow forecast assumptions promptCash flow summary for owners promptCertificate of insurance request reply promptChange one fact, show what moved promptChange order email promptChatGPT memory sort promptChatGPT settings checklist promptCheck reply promises promptChecklist from SOP promptClaim denial explanation email promptClaim documents request promptClaim intake questions promptClaim status update email promptClient case update email promptClient kickoff agenda promptClient monthly report promptClient onboarding questionnaire promptClient quarterly review recap promptCold outreach email promptCompetitor comparison one-pager promptConflict check request email promptConsultation booking confirmation promptContract renewal reminder email promptContractor onboarding email promptCourt date reminder email promptCoverage question reply promptCreative brief promptCustomer complaint log summary promptCustomer complaint reply promptCustomer feedback survey questions promptCustomer onboarding checklist promptCustomer welcome email promptDecision log promptDecline a request politely promptDeclined card notice promptDeductible explanation for a client promptDeposit request email promptDeposition transcript summary promptDiscovery call prep promptDiscovery call recap email promptElectrical bid scope of work promptEmail newsletter promptEmail shortener promptEmail thread summary promptEmail to task list promptEmployee departure announcement promptEmployee handbook section promptEmployee newsletter promptEmployee policy question reply promptEmployee recognition message promptEmployee survey results summary promptEngagement fee increase letter promptEngagement letter draft promptEstimated tax payment reminder promptEvent invitation email promptExecutive summary from a report promptExit interview questions promptFeedback conversation script promptFinal notice for an overdue invoice promptFirst-week training plan promptFix reply tone promptGood, better, best options promptGoogle Business Profile post promptHiring manager intake promptHoliday hours announcement promptHVAC estimate description promptIncident follow-up action plan promptIncident report email promptIncident report promptIncident witness questions promptInsurance quote comparison for a clientIntake call conflict check list promptInternal announcement promptInternal job posting promptInterview debrief agenda promptInterview questions promptInterview scheduling email promptInterview scorecard promptInvoice dispute reply promptInvoice email promptIT incident report promptJob description promptJob post promptJournal entry explanation promptKPI commentary promptLate order apology email promptLaw firm consultation follow-up email promptLegal intake summary promptLegal research memo outline promptLegal time entry cleanup promptLinkedIn post promptListing description promptLoss run request email promptMatter closing letter promptMeeting agenda promptMeeting recap email promptMeeting request email promptMeeting room and calendar policy promptMeeting transcript cleanup promptMissed appointment follow-up promptMissed call text back promptMissing documents request promptMonth-end close checklist promptMonthly cost share review brief promptNDA key terms summary promptNear-miss report promptNegative review response promptNeighborhood guide promptNew chat handoff summary promptNew hire onboarding checklist promptNew matter client document checklist promptNew policy welcome email promptNew service announcement email promptNonpayment cancellation warning emailObjection handling promptOffer letter draft promptOffer negotiation reply promptOffice move announcement promptOne-on-one meeting prep promptOpen enrollment reminder email promptOpen house follow-up promptOut-of-office auto-reply promptP&L export check before analysis promptPanel interview question split promptPayment matching promptPayment plan offer promptPayment received thank-you promptPayment reminder email promptPerformance review draft promptPerformance review notes promptPerformance self-evaluation promptPhone screen summary promptPlain-English document summary promptPolicy change confirmation email promptPolicy renewal reminder promptPositive review thank-you promptPresentation outline promptPress release draft promptPrice increase announcement promptPrice reduction announcement promptPricing FAQ promptProcess handoff document promptProcess improvement ideas promptProduct description promptProject charter promptProject retrospective promptProject risk register promptProject status update promptPromotion announcement promptProposal summary promptPurchase request justification promptQuote email promptRACI chart from project notes promptReference check questions promptReferral request promptRefund request reply promptRemote work policy draft promptRenewal premium change explanation promptResume screen against requirements promptReview request text message promptSafety toolbox talk promptSale or promotion announcement promptSales assistant instructions promptSales follow-up after demo promptScope change reply promptSeasonal tune-up promo promptService appointment confirmation promptService delay update promptShift handoff notes promptShift schedule announcement promptShowing feedback request promptSOP draft from a transcript promptSOP writer promptStaff AI training plan promptStaff AI use policy promptStatement of work draft promptStory told in texts and voicemails promptSurvey results summary promptTax extension explanation email promptTax refund status reply promptTax season client checklist promptTechnician on the way text promptTestimonial request promptTime-off request reply promptTimesheet summary promptTrade show lead follow-up email promptTraining quiz from SOP promptVendor bank change verification promptVendor invoice approval request promptVendor onboarding checklist promptVendor quote comparison promptVendor W-9 request email promptVisitor arrival instructions email promptWarranty claim reply promptWebinar follow-up email promptWebsite service page copy promptWeekly status email to manager promptWeekly team report promptWin-back email promptWrong order reply prompt

Practice in Lovable

A/B test plan promptAfter-hours voicemail script promptAI agent test messages promptBuyer persona promptClient bookkeeping question reply promptData cleanup plan promptDemo no-show follow-up promptDemo request reply promptEmergency service request triage promptExpense policy question reply promptExpense report summary promptIT and maintenance request reply promptKnowledge base article from a ticket promptLanding page headline promptLead magnet outline promptLead magnet welcome email promptLead no-response follow-up promptLead nurture email sequence promptLead qualification promptLead scoring rubric promptLovable web form promptMaintenance request triage promptMonthly operations report promptPermit and inspection explainer promptPolicy summary for staff promptQuestions to ask before you quote promptQuote follow-up email promptReimbursement decision email promptWeekly leads summary prompt"What do I do until you get here?" prompt

Practice in n8n

A/B test plan promptAfter-hours voicemail script promptAI agent system message promptAI agent test messages promptAI pilot plan promptAppointment reminder text prompt and examplesAutomation candidates promptAutomation project brief promptAutomation time savings estimate promptBenefits FAQ for employees promptBuyer persona promptCampaign results summary promptCase study interview questions promptChurn reason analysis promptClient bookkeeping question reply promptContent calendar promptContract version comparison promptCredit memo explanation email promptCustomer call notes summary promptCustomer intake form questions promptDaily priorities plan promptData cleanup plan promptDemo no-show follow-up promptDemo request reply prompt"Do you service my area?" reply promptDuplicate invoice check promptEmail subject lines promptEmergency service request triage promptExpense categorization promptExpense policy question reply promptExpense report summary promptFAQ from customer emails promptFAQ-based customer reply promptGoogle Sheets columns plan promptHome maintenance tips email prompt"How much does it cost?" reply promptIdeal customer profile promptInvoice approval request email promptInvoice data extraction promptIT and maintenance request reply promptJob completion summary promptKnowledge base article from a ticket promptLanding page headline promptLead magnet outline promptLead magnet welcome email promptLead no-response follow-up promptLead nurture email sequence promptLead qualification promptLead scoring rubric promptLinkedIn connection request promptLovable web form promptMaintenance agreement renewal promptMaintenance request triage promptMonthly operations report promptn8n error troubleshooting promptn8n workflow documentation promptNPS follow-up email promptPerformance improvement plan draft promptPermit and inspection explainer promptPolicy summary for staff promptPost-job care instructions promptProcess map from description promptPromotional text message promptQuestions to ask before you quote promptQuote follow-up email promptReceipt details extraction promptReimbursement decision email promptRenewal negotiation prep promptRental property repair coordination promptRequest for quote email promptRequest routing rules promptReview request email promptRFP requirements matrix promptSales pipeline review promptSEO meta description promptService call follow-up message promptSheet question and total checker promptSocial post ideas promptSoftware tool evaluation scorecard promptSpreadsheet formula helper promptStalled deal follow-up promptSupport ticket categorization promptTech daily job briefing promptUpsell offer email promptVacation coverage handoff promptVendor late order follow-up promptVendor payment status reply promptVendor payment terms request promptVendor performance review promptWebinar run of show promptWeekly leads summary prompt"What do I do until you get here?" prompt

Practice in Jotform

Agent knowledge-base answer promptForm show/hide rule promptIntake form description prompt

Practice in Claude

AI assistant answer scorecard promptBrand skill brief promptCited competitor price scan promptComplaint reply four-part promptContract red flags promptFirm project instructions draft promptMessy export to workbook promptOvertime and attendance report promptRepeat report skill interview prompt

Practice in Gemini

AI assistant answer scorecard prompt

Practice in Copilot

AI assistant answer scorecard prompt

Practice in ElevenLabs Agents

AI receptionist script prompt

Practice in Capsule CRM

CRM follow-up task plan prompt

Practice in no2bounce

Email list send decision prompt

Practice in Airia

Employee incident report promptHandbook answer test questions prompt

Practice in Make

End of day report prompt

Practice in Gamma

Meeting notes to slide deck prompt

Practice in Slidebean

One-page business plan promptPitch deck number check prompt

Practice in DomoAI

Product photo motion prompt

Practice in Flova

Promo video brief and script prompt

Practice in Presentations.AI

Quarterly report summary prompt

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Frequently asked questions

How do I write a good AI prompt?
Give it four parts: a Role, the Context it needs, the Task, and the Format you want back. Every template here is built that way, so you can copy one and replace the blanks. The free Prompt Writing 101 lesson practices it.
Can I get a prompt that uses only text messages and voicemail transcripts?
Yes. The "Story told in texts and voicemails" prompt writes a workplace scenario with no narrator, only labeled texts and voicemail transcripts, and you can swap in your own situation and characters.
Do these prompts work in ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini?
Yes. They are plain text, so they work in ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Copilot. Check every name, date and number in the answer before you use it.

How every module works

Each step is shown on the left, with a cursor pointing to exactly where to click. You do the same thing on the right, in a practice copy of the real tool. Get it right and it moves on. Nothing touches your real accounts until you're ready to build it for real.

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