10. März 2026
Presenting Tomorrow? Copy These 3 Prompts Now
Prompt 1 — Get your structure in 60 seconds:
“Create a 10-slide presentation outline about [YOUR TOPIC]. Audience: [WHO]. Goal: [WHAT YOU WANT THEM TO DO]. Include slide titles and 2-3 bullet points per slide. Executive tone, data-driven.”
Prompt 2 — Write your opening hook:
“Write an attention-grabbing opening sentence for a presentation about [TOPIC] to [AUDIENCE]. Use a surprising statistic, bold statement, or provocative question. Make it memorable.”
Prompt 3 — Generate your speaker notes:
“Write speaker notes for this slide: [PASTE SLIDE CONTENT]. Include: what to say first, key points to elaborate, transition to next slide, and timing (aim for 2 minutes).”
The 5-Step ChatGPT Presentation Workflow
Here’s the process that saves 10+ hours per presentation:
Step 1: Generate Structure (5 minutes) — Get outline and slide suggestions
Step 2: Write Content (15 minutes) — Create bullet points and paragraphs for each slide
Step 3: Refine Messaging (10 minutes) — Improve clarity, tone, and flow
Step 4: Generate Supporting Material (10 minutes) — Speaker notes, Q&A prep, executive summaries
Step 5: Polish in PowerPoint (30-60 minutes) — Add design, visuals, and final touches
Total time: 70-100 minutes vs 8-12 hours manually
Phase 1: Structure & Outline (Prompts 1-10)
1. Basic Presentation Outline
“Create a 10-slide presentation outline about [TOPIC]. Target audience: [AUDIENCE]. Goal: [GOAL]. Include slide titles and 2-3 bullet points per slide.”
2. Industry-Specific Presentation
“Create a presentation outline for [INDUSTRY] professionals about [TOPIC]. Address common pain points: [LIST PAIN POINTS]. Provide actionable solutions. 12-15 slides.”
3. Problem-Solution Structure
“Create a problem-solution presentation structure: Slides 1-3: Define the problem with data. Slides 4-6: Introduce our solution. Slides 7-9: Show proof (case studies). Slides 10-12: Implementation plan. Topic: [YOUR TOPIC].”
4. Storytelling Presentation Arc
“Create a presentation outline using the hero’s journey framework for [TOPIC]. Opening: The ordinary world (current situation). Challenge: The problem emerges. Journey: Our solution process. Victory: Success results. Return: How audience can achieve same results. 15 slides.”
5. Data-Heavy Presentation
“Create a data-driven presentation outline about [TOPIC]. Each slide should include: One key metric/statistic, What it means (interpretation), Why it matters (implication). Focus on ROI, efficiency gains, and measurable outcomes. 10 slides.”
6. Executive Summary Style
“Create an executive-level presentation (8-10 slides max) about [TOPIC]. Each slide = one key message. Start with TL;DR summary slide. Focus on business impact, not process details. Audience: C-suite executives with 15-minute attention span.”
For more on structuring executive presentations, see my guide on executive presentation templates.
7. Training/Educational Presentation
“Create a training presentation outline for teaching [SKILL/TOPIC]. Include: Learning objectives (slide 1), Current vs desired state (slide 2-3), Step-by-step process (slides 4-10), Common mistakes (slide 11), Practice exercises (slide 12), Resources (slide 13).”
8. Sales Pitch Structure
“Create a sales presentation outline using SPIN selling framework (Situation, Problem, Implication, Need-Payoff) for [PRODUCT/SERVICE]. Target: [AUDIENCE]. Include pricing slide, objection handling, and clear call-to-action. 12 slides.”
9. Comparison Presentation
“Create a presentation comparing [OPTION A] vs [OPTION B] vs [OPTION C] for [USE CASE]. Include: Criteria for comparison (slide 2), Feature comparison table (slides 3-5), Cost analysis (slide 6), Pros/cons (slide 7-9), Recommendation (slide 10). Objective tone.”
10. Investor/Board Presentation
“Create a board presentation outline: Opening (1-2 min): Key highlights. Performance review (3-4 min): Metrics vs targets. Strategic initiatives (4-5 min): What we’re doing. Risks/challenges (2 min): Transparency. Ask (1 min): What we need. 10-12 slides, data-focused, executive tone.”
Phase 2: Content Writing (Prompts 11-25)
11. Opening Slide Hook
“Write an attention-grabbing opening for a presentation about [TOPIC]. Target audience: [AUDIENCE]. Use one of these approaches: Surprising statistic, provocative question, or bold statement. Make it memorable in one sentence.”
12. Problem Statement Slide
“Write a problem statement slide about [PROBLEM] that [AUDIENCE] faces. Include: 3 bullet points describing the problem, One statistic showing impact, One quote from someone experiencing this problem. Make it relatable and urgent.”
13. Solution Slide Content
“Write content for a solution slide presenting [YOUR SOLUTION] to [PROBLEM]. Include: Headline (how it works in 6 words), 3 key benefits (bullet points), How it’s different from alternatives (one sentence), Expected outcome (specific result). Keep bullets to max 10 words each.”
14. Case Study Slide
“Write a case study slide for [COMPANY/CLIENT]. Structure: Challenge (what problem they had), Solution (what we did), Results (specific metrics: X% improvement in Y). Include one brief client quote. Make results tangible and impressive.”
15. Data Visualisation Descriptions
“I have this data: [INSERT DATA]. Suggest the best chart type (bar, line, pie, scatter, etc.) and write: Chart title, Axis labels, Key insight to highlight, One-sentence takeaway. Make the data tell a clear story.”
16. Transition Slides
“Write transition slide text to connect [SECTION A] to [SECTION B] in my presentation. Make it one impactful sentence that bridges the logic: ‘Now that we’ve established [A], let’s examine [B].’ Keep it under 15 words.”
17. Technical Concept Simplification
“Explain [TECHNICAL CONCEPT] for a non-technical audience in 3 bullet points (max 12 words each). Use analogies. Avoid jargon. Make it clear what it does and why it matters, not how it works technically.”
18. Benefit-Focused Bullets
“Convert these features into benefit-focused bullet points for [AUDIENCE]: [LIST FEATURES]. Each bullet should answer ‘so what?’ and focus on outcomes, not capabilities. Use action verbs. Max 10 words per bullet.”
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19. Call-to-Action Slide
“Write a closing slide with clear call-to-action for [DESIRED ACTION]. Include: Headline (what to do next), 2-3 specific next steps (numbered), Contact information, Urgency element (why act now). Make it impossible to miss what they should do.”
20. Q&A Preparation Content
“Based on this presentation topic [TOPIC], generate 10 likely questions the audience will ask. For each question, provide: The question, A concise answer (2-3 sentences), Supporting data/evidence (if applicable). Anticipate tough questions.”
21. Analogy Generation
“Create 3 analogies to explain [COMPLEX CONCEPT] to [AUDIENCE]. Each analogy should: Use familiar reference points for [AUDIENCE], Highlight the key similarity, Be memorable and visual. Pick everyday examples.”
22. Objection Handling Slides
“Write content for an objection-handling slide addressing: ‘[COMMON OBJECTION]’. Structure: State the concern (acknowledge it), Present the counterpoint (data/logic), Provide reassurance (how we address it). Tone: Understanding but confident.”
23. Testimonial/Quote Slides
“Write a testimonial slide structure for [PRODUCT/SERVICE]. Include: Client name and title, Company (with logo placeholder note), Quote (20-30 words max, focusing on specific outcome), Result metric (X% improvement in Y). Make quote feel authentic, not marketing-speak.”
24. Timeline/Process Slides
“Create a process timeline for [PROJECT/IMPLEMENTATION]. Break into 4-6 phases. For each phase: Phase name (2-3 words), Duration, Key activities (2-3 bullets), Milestone/deliverable. Make it clear this is achievable and structured.”
25. Summary/Recap Slide
“Write a summary slide recapping the key messages from this presentation about [TOPIC]. Include: 3-4 main takeaways (one sentence each), The one thing they must remember, Next step/action item. Use ‘you’ language to make it personal.”
Phase 3: Design & Visual Suggestions (Prompts 26-35)
26. Visual Hierarchy Guidance
“For a slide about [TOPIC] with this content: [PASTE CONTENT]. Suggest: Which text should be largest/boldest (hierarchy), What should be bulleted vs paragraphs, Where to place emphasis (bold/colour), Suggested layout (single column, two-column, etc.).”
27. Icon Suggestions
“I’m creating slides about [TOPIC]. Suggest appropriate icons/visuals for these concepts: [LIST CONCEPTS]. For each concept, recommend: Icon type (e.g., lightbulb for ideas, target for goals), Colour association, Alternative visual metaphors.”
28. Colour Scheme Recommendations
“Suggest a colour scheme for a presentation about [TOPIC] targeting [AUDIENCE]. Presentation tone: [Professional/Creative/Technical/Friendly]. Recommend: Primary colour, Secondary colour, Background colour, Text colour. Explain psychological reasoning.”
29. Chart Type Selection
“I want to show [DATA RELATIONSHIP/COMPARISON]. Should I use: Bar chart, Line chart, Pie chart, Scatter plot, or something else? Explain why this chart type best communicates my message.”
30. Image Search Keywords
“I need stock images for slides about [TOPIC]. For each slide concept below, suggest 3-5 search keywords to find relevant professional images: [LIST SLIDE TOPICS]. Avoid clichés (no handshakes or lightbulbs unless truly relevant).”
31. Slide Layout Recommendations
“For a slide with this content: [PASTE CONTENT]. Suggest the best layout: Title position, Text area (left/centre/right), Visual placement, White space distribution. Should this be one slide or split into two?”
32. Font Pairing Suggestions
“Suggest font pairings for a [FORMAL/CREATIVE/TECHNICAL] presentation about [TOPIC]. Recommend: Heading font, Body text font, When to use each, Size guidelines. Consider readability on screens and projectors.”
33. Data Visualisation Critique
“I’m showing this data in my presentation: [DESCRIBE DATA/CHART]. Critique this approach: Is this the right chart type? What could be clearer? What should I emphasise? Suggest improvements.”
34. Slide Density Check
“Review this slide content for information density: [PASTE CONTENT]. Is this too much for one slide? Should I: Keep as-is, Remove content, Split into multiple slides, or Simplify wording? Apply the ‘glance test’—can someone get the point in 3 seconds?”
35. Visual Metaphor Brainstorm
“Brainstorm 5 visual metaphors to represent [CONCEPT/PROCESS]. Each metaphor should: Be instantly recognisable, Highlight key aspect, Work as slide imagery, Avoid overused clichés.”
Phase 4: Speaker Notes & Delivery (Prompts 36-45)
36. Comprehensive Speaker Notes
“Write speaker notes for this slide: [SLIDE CONTENT]. Include: Opening sentence (what to say first), Key points to elaborate (that aren’t on slide), Transition to next slide, Timing note (how long to spend), Potential audience questions.”
37. Presentation Opening Script
“Write a 60-second opening script for my presentation about [TOPIC]. Include: Personal connection/why I care, Hook (problem/stat/story), What audience will learn, Why it matters to them. Conversational tone.”
38. Storytelling Elements
“Turn this dry information into a story: [PASTE INFO]. Create a narrative with: Character (person/company experiencing this), Challenge (what went wrong), Journey (how they solved it), Resolution (happy ending). Keep it under 90 seconds to tell.”
39. Humour Injection (Where Appropriate)
“Suggest subtle humour for a slide about [TOPIC]. Audience: [AUDIENCE TYPE]. Provide: 2-3 light, self-deprecating observations that create a smile. Keep it professional—subtle warmth, not comedy.”
40. Pause Points for Emphasis
“Review my presentation script: [PASTE SCRIPT]. Mark where I should: Pause for effect, Speed up, Slow down, Add emphasis. Help me pace delivery effectively.”
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41. Audience Engagement Prompts
“Suggest 5 ways to make my presentation about [TOPIC] more interactive. Options: Rhetorical questions, Quick polls, Show of hands, Think-pair-share moments, Brief activities. Keep engagement under 2 minutes each.”
42. Difficult Slide Explanation
“This slide is complex: [DESCRIBE SLIDE]. Write an explanation that: Starts with the big picture, Guides attention, Explains significance, Connects to audience. Use verbal signposting.”
43. Tough Question Responses
“Someone might ask: ‘[TOUGH QUESTION]’ after my presentation on [TOPIC]. Write a response that: Acknowledges the concern, Provides honest answer, Offers context/nuance, Doesn’t get defensive.”
44. Time Adjustment Strategies
“My presentation is designed for 20 minutes. Create: 15-minute version (what to cut), 30-minute version (what to expand), Which slides are must-cover vs nice-to-have.”
45. Closing Impact Statement
“Write a memorable closing statement for my presentation about [TOPIC]. Something that: Circles back to opening, Inspires action, Leaves them thinking, Is quotable. One powerful sentence.”
Phase 5: Refinement & Optimisation (Prompts 46-55)
46. Jargon Elimination
“Rewrite this content without jargon: [PASTE CONTENT]. Replace technical terms with plain language. Maintain accuracy but improve accessibility.”
47. Passive to Active Voice
“Convert these passive voice bullets to active voice: [PASTE BULLETS]. Make them more direct and engaging. Use action verbs.”
48. Clarity Improvement
“This slide content is unclear: [PASTE CONTENT]. Rewrite to improve clarity by: Removing ambiguity, Shortening sentences, Adding specificity, Using concrete examples.”
49. Consistency Check
“Review my presentation for consistency: [PASTE FULL OUTLINE]. Check: Tone consistency, Formatting patterns, Terminology, Messaging flow. Flag inconsistencies.”
50. Audience-Specific Adaptation
“I’m presenting this content: [PASTE CONTENT] to [NEW AUDIENCE TYPE]. Adapt it by: Changing examples they’ll understand, Adjusting technical level, Emphasising different benefits, Modifying tone.”
51. Redundancy Elimination
“Analyse my presentation outline: [PASTE OUTLINE]. Identify: Redundant information, Slides that could merge, Content that doesn’t support main message. Help me trim 20% without losing impact.”
52. Fact-Checking Request
“I’m making these claims in my presentation: [LIST CLAIMS]. For each: Do they sound accurate? Are they specific enough? Should I add a source citation?”
⚠️ Note: ChatGPT can be confidently wrong. Always verify important facts from authoritative sources.
53. Accessibility Review
“Review my presentation for accessibility: [DESCRIBE SLIDES]. Suggest: Alt text for images, Colour contrast improvements, Font size minimums, How to describe visuals verbally.”
54. Cultural Sensitivity Check
“I’m presenting to a [COUNTRY/REGION/CULTURE] audience. Review this content for cultural sensitivity: [PASTE CONTENT]. Flag: Idioms that don’t translate, Cultural references they won’t understand, Better alternatives.”
55. Persuasion Enhancement
“Make this content more persuasive: [PASTE CONTENT]. Apply persuasion principles: Social proof, Scarcity, Authority, Reciprocity. Don’t make it salesy—keep it subtle.”
Bonus: Using ChatGPT Projects for Presentations (New in 2026)
56. Project Custom Instructions
Set this as your Project’s custom instructions:
“I create executive presentations for [INDUSTRY/COMPANY]. My audience is typically [ROLE]. Our brand voice is [DESCRIPTION]. When I ask for presentation content, always: use active voice, keep bullets under 10 words, focus on outcomes not features, and assume decision-maker audience. Our standard structure is: executive summary first, then supporting evidence, then ask/next steps.”
57. Image Generation for Slides
“Generate a professional image for a presentation slide about [TOPIC]. Style: corporate, clean, minimal text. Aspect ratio: 16:9. The image should convey [EMOTION/CONCEPT]. Avoid: clip art style, cartoons, overly busy compositions.”
58. Branch Test for Alternative Approaches
When you’ve generated a presentation outline, use conversation branching to test alternatives:
“Now create an alternative version of this outline that: leads with the problem rather than the solution / uses a storytelling arc instead of logical progression / is half the length for a time-pressed audience.”
Quelle: Winning Presentations
