ChatGPT Prompts for Business Strategy and New Ideas
Small business owners rarely get time to step back and think strategically. These prompts put ChatGPT to work as a consultant: a real SWOT analysis (not a generic list), a 90-day plan with weekly tasks, idea validation before you invest, competitor analysis, a sharp value proposition and a simulated meeting with a panel of experts. Better decisions, lower risk.
Free prompts from this area
#91
SWOT analysis of my business
When to use: For a clear view of where you are and where to go.
Run a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) of my business: [DESCRIPTION: WHAT I SELL, TO WHOM, PRICES, COMPETITION, CURRENT SITUATION]. Don't stop at generic lists: explain why for each point. Finish with the top 5 actions for the next 90 days, matching strengths to opportunities.
#92
90-day plan
When to use: To turn goals into weekly tasks.
My goal for the next 90 days is [MEASURABLE GOAL]. I have [HOURS] per week and a budget of [AMOUNT]. Create a week-by-week plan with: the week's goal, 3 key tasks, a metric to track progress and review points in weeks 4 and 8. Be realistic about the time available.
How to use these prompts
Copy the prompt, paste it into ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini and replace whatever is in [square brackets] with your business details. For even better answers, paste your Business Brief first (explained in our guide) — the AI will write in your tone of voice. Read the full guide →
All 15 prompts in this area of the kit
SWOT analysis of my business — For a clear view of where you are and where to go.
90-day plan — To turn goals into weekly tasks.
Validate a business or product idea — Before investing time and money in something new. in the kit
Find new revenue streams — To earn more from the customers and resources you already have. in the kit
Competitor analysis — To learn from those already in the market. in the kit
Unique value proposition — To answer "why should I choose you?". in the kit
Decide between two options — When you're stuck on an important decision. in the kit
Prepare for a bank or investor meeting — To ask for funding with confidence. in the kit
Simplified business plan — To organise ideas into a clear document. in the kit
Trends in my industry — So changes don't catch you by surprise. in the kit
Brainstorm with a panel of experts — To look at a problem from different angles. in the kit
Project pre-mortem — To avoid mistakes before you start. in the kit
Mission, vision and values without clichés — To give direction to your team and brand. in the kit
Expand into a new market — Before selling in another city, country or language. in the kit
Turn your expertise into a digital product — To sell what you know, even while you sleep. in the kit