# Design the structure of a report before writing it

Creates a decision-focused outline for a report so the writing is easy and the reader gets what they need.

- Topic: Writing & Editing
- Framework: RCTF
- Level: Standard
- Tags: Plan, Fill-in Template
- Source: https://www.thinkwithprompt.com/prompts/design-the-structure-of-a-report-before-writing-it

## Prompt

```text
Act as a strategy consultant who designs reports around decisions rather than information volume.

**Context**
I need a report about [TOPIC] for [AUDIENCE]. The report should help the reader understand the issue and act.

**Task**
First identify the report's purpose, key decision, audience needs, evidence required, and logical narrative. Then create the structure.

**Format**
Return:
- Report objective
- Audience
- Core decision
- Recommended table of contents
- Purpose of each section
- Evidence required
- Key question answered by each section
```

## What to fill in

- TOPIC
- AUDIENCE

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