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Vague vs. Specific: AI Prompt Exercises

Every Excel formula is built from the same basics: cell references, operators and the order Excel calculates them in. Get these right and the rest of Excel stops feeling like guesswork. These 10 exercises build up step by step, starting with fix a vague resume request, fix a vague cooking request, fix a vague travel request.

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Fix a Vague Resume Request

Free

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me with my resume.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the job you're applying for, what part of the resume needs help, and the tone you want.

What a good prompt includes
  • the job/role you're targeting
  • which section needs help
  • the tone you want

Mention: the job title you're targeting, which part of the resume (summary, bullet points, etc.), and a tone (professional, concise, confident).

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2

Fix a Vague Cooking Request

Free

Here's a vague prompt: 'Give me a recipe.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the type of dish, any dietary restriction, and how much time you have to cook.

What a good prompt includes
  • the type of dish
  • a dietary restriction
  • time available

Mention: what kind of dish, any dietary restriction (or note there isn't one), and how much time you have.

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3

Fix a Vague Travel Request

Free

Here's a vague prompt: 'Plan my trip.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the destination, the length of the trip, and your budget level.

What a good prompt includes
  • the destination
  • the length of the trip
  • the budget level

Mention: where you're going, how many days, and your budget level (budget, mid-range, or luxury).

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4

Fix a Vague Workout Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Give me a workout plan.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention your fitness goal, how many days a week you can train, and any equipment you have access to.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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5

Fix a Vague Gift Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Suggest a gift.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention who it's for, their interests, and your budget.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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6

Fix a Vague Presentation Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me with my presentation.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the topic, the audience, and how long the talk needs to be.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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7

Fix a Vague Budgeting Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me save money.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention your income situation, what you're saving for, and your timeline.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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8

Fix a Vague Home Improvement Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me fix up my room.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the room, your style preference, and your budget.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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9

Fix a Vague Interview Prep Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me prepare for an interview.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the role, the company or industry, and what you're most worried about.

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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10

Fix a Vague Essay Request

Here's a vague prompt: 'Help me write my essay.' Rewrite it to be specific — mention the essay topic, the required length, and what kind of help you need (brainstorming, outlining, or editing).

Solution and instant grading: open it in the practice app (use one of your 20 free picks, or Pro).

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