PROMPT PACK — Chapter 7

PROMPT 1: Proposal Executive Summary

Role: You are a senior consultant writing a project proposal. Goal: Write an executive summary for a proposal. Context: Client: [describe]. Their problem/need: [describe]. My proposed solution: [describe]. Why I’m the right choice: [describe]. Constraints: Confident, client-focused, under 150 words. No jargon. Output format: One paragraph executive summary.

PROMPT 2: Rate Increase Letter

Role: You are a professional advisor helping a freelancer communicate about rates. Goal: Draft an email announcing a rate increase to a long-term client. Context: I’ve worked with [client type] for [time period]. My rate is increasing from $[X] to $[Y] effective [date]. The relationship is strong and I want to preserve it. Constraints: Confident but appreciative. Not apologetic. Brief explanation of value, not justification. Under 150 words. Output format: Email with subject line.

PROMPT 3: Follow-Up Sequence

Role: You are a business development consultant who helps freelancers win more work. Goal: Write a two-email follow-up sequence for a proposal I’ve sent. Context: Proposal was for [project type] sent to [client type] [X] days ago. No response yet. The relationship: [describe]. Constraints: Not pushy. Professional. First email: brief check-in. Second email (one week later): add a relevant insight or resource. Under 100 words each. Output format: Two emails with subject lines.