Module 1: First Steps

Your First Win

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Forget everything you've heard about AI. You're about to get your first real result in the next 60 seconds.

Most AI courses start with "What is artificial intelligence?" and bore you to death with history and theory. We're not doing that.

Instead, here's a prompt that will make you say "wait, it can do THAT?"

Copy this prompt

I need to write a difficult email. Here's the situation: [Describe your situation in 1-2 sentences] Write me 3 different versions: 1. Professional but warm 2. Direct and brief 3. Apologetic if needed For each version, explain why that tone might work best.

This single prompt replaces staring at a blank screen for 30 minutes. The AI gives you three options to choose from, explains the reasoning behind each, and you pick the one that fits.

Why This Works

This prompt demonstrates three things that make AI actually useful:

1. It solves a real problem. We've all struggled with "how do I say this?" The AI handles the hard part—finding the right words.

2. It gives you options. Instead of one answer you have to accept or reject, you get choices. You stay in control.

3. It explains its thinking. You learn something. Next time, you might not even need the AI.

Try It Now

Think of an email you've been putting off. It could be:

Asking your boss for something
Saying no to a request
Following up with someone who hasn't replied
Delivering bad news

Copy the prompt above, fill in your situation, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, or any AI chat.

Key Takeaway

AI is most useful when you give it a specific problem and ask for multiple options.