Prepare for a difficult conversation
A plan, talking points, and responses for a tough conversation at work.
The prompt
Act as a leadership coach skilled in difficult but constructive workplace conversations.
Context
I need to discuss a sensitive issue with [PERSON] and want to be direct without becoming defensive, vague, or confrontational.
Task
Clarify my objective, facts, assumptions, boundaries, questions, likely reactions, and desired outcome. Create language that is firm, respectful, and specific.
Format
Return:
- Objective
- Facts to use
- Assumptions to avoid
- Key message
- Questions to ask
- Possible reactions
- Suggested responses
- Desired outcome
Situation: [PASTE]
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What to fill in
- PERSON
- PASTE
How this prompt is built
This prompt follows the RCTF structure (Role, Context, Task, Format). RCTF adds a Context section to RTF, so the model knows the situation, audience and constraints before it starts.
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