Jennie Slade
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The AI
Starter Kit

25 prompts you can copy, paste, and use today. No setup. No course. No learning curve.

Your first AI win is one prompt away.

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Hey, I'm glad you're here.

If you have been hearing about AI and wondering where to actually start, you are in the right place. This kit is exactly what it sounds like. 25 prompts you can copy, paste into any AI tool, and use right now. No setup. No course.

I made this because I remember what it felt like to stare at a blank chat window and think, "okay, but what do I actually say to this thing?" These prompts take that question off the table.

They are organized into five categories. Home, Creative, Business, Wellness, and Just for Fun. Pick the one that sounds most useful right now and try it. That is your whole assignment.

You do not need to try all 25 today. Just pick one. See what happens.

How to use these prompts

  1. Open any AI tool. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot. Whatever you have.
  2. Copy the prompt from the white box.
  3. Replace the [bracketed parts] with your details.
  4. Hit enter. See what comes back.
  5. Want it different? Tell it so. "Make it shorter." "More casual." Keep talking.
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section one

Home

The stuff that runs your actual life. Meal planning, gift ideas, travel, and the random questions that hit you at 10 PM. These prompts turn AI into the most helpful friend you have ever had.

Jennie at home with coffee
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section one

Home

PROMPT 01

The "What's for Dinner" Solver

I have these ingredients in my kitchen: [list what you have]. I need a dinner idea for [number] people that takes under [time] minutes. Nothing fancy. Bonus points if the kids will actually eat it.
Try this: The more specific you get, the better. Add dietary needs or picky-eater notes.
PROMPT 02

Weekly Meal Planner

Make me a simple weeknight meal plan for [number] people. We eat [dietary preferences, e.g., mostly chicken and pasta, no seafood]. Keep prep under 30 minutes. Include a grocery list, organized by store section.
PROMPT 03

Gift Idea Generator

I need a gift for [person, e.g., my sister-in-law]. She is [age] and into [interests]. Budget is around $[amount]. She already has [things to skip]. Give me 5 ideas that feel thoughtful, not generic.
PROMPT 04

Trip Research Assistant

I am planning a trip to [destination] for [number] days in [month]. Traveling with [who]. We like [interests, e.g., food, history, not too touristy]. Budget is [range]. Give me a loose day-by-day with restaurant ideas.
PROMPT 05

The Difficult Email

Help me write an email to [who, e.g., my kid's school, a contractor, a neighbor]. The situation is [explain briefly]. I want to be firm but polite. Keep it short. I want [what you want to happen].
Try this: After it drafts, say "make it warmer" or "more direct" until it sounds like you.
Soft Tech Home · Prompts 01–05
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section two

Creative

For the part of you that makes things. Whether it is writing, designing, or dreaming up a project you have been putting off, these prompts help you get unstuck and get going. AI makes a surprisingly good brainstorm partner.

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Creative

PROMPT 06

Instagram Caption Writer

Write an Instagram caption for a photo of [describe the photo]. My account is about [your niche or vibe]. Tone: [warm / funny / inspiring / real]. Keep it under 150 words. End with a question or a soft call to action.
Try this: Paste in a caption you have written before and say "match this voice."
PROMPT 07

Blog Post Brainstorm

Give me 10 blog post ideas for someone who [your niche, e.g., teaches watercolor, runs a boutique]. My audience is [who]. I want posts that are helpful, not salesy. Mix evergreen with seasonal.
PROMPT 08

Color Palette Picker

I am designing [what, e.g., a website, invitations, a logo]. The vibe I want is [feeling, e.g., warm and modern, coastal grandmother, moody and elegant]. Suggest 5 colors with hex codes. Tell me which to use for backgrounds, accents, and text.
PROMPT 09

Bio and About Me Writer

Write a short bio for me. I am a [your role] who [what you do]. Doing this for [how long]. My personality is [a few words]. It is for [Instagram / website / speaker page]. Under 100 words. Make it sound like me, not a LinkedIn robot.
PROMPT 10

Content Calendar Starter

Build me a 2-week content calendar for my [platform]. I post [how often]. My content pillars are [list 3 to 4]. Include post ideas and captions for each day. Make it realistic for someone doing this solo.
Soft Tech Creative · Prompts 06–10
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section three

Business

For the work that keeps the lights on. Whether you are running your own thing or managing work for someone else, these prompts handle the writing, planning, and thinking that eats your day. Think of AI as the assistant you always wanted but could not afford.

Jennie Slade
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section three

Business

PROMPT 11

Client Email That Sounds Like You

Write an email to a client about [topic, e.g., a project update, a price increase, rescheduling]. My tone with clients is [describe, e.g., friendly but professional, warm]. Keep it short. I want them to feel good after reading it.
PROMPT 12

Service or Product Description

Write a description for my [service / product]. It is for [who] and helps them [what problem it solves]. My brand voice is [describe]. Going on [website / Etsy / brochure]. Under 150 words. Focus on what the customer gets, not what I do.
Try this: Then say "now write a shorter version for social media." Same copy, new caption.
PROMPT 13

Weekly Priority Sorter

Here is everything on my plate this week: [brain dump your to-do list]. Sort these by what actually matters. Flag anything that can wait or should be delegated. Give me a realistic daily plan. I have about [hours] of work time per day.
PROMPT 14

Social Media Post From Scratch

Write a social media post for my [business type]. Topic: [what you want to talk about]. Platform: [Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn]. Audience: [who]. Tone: [how you want to sound]. Include a call to action that does not feel pushy.
PROMPT 15

The "I Don't Know Where to Start" Prompt

I want to [big goal, e.g., launch an online shop, build my email list] but I have no idea where to begin. I have [time per week] and a budget of [amount or "basically nothing"]. Give me a realistic first 30 days. Small steps only.
Try this: Come back weekly and say "I did steps 1 to 3. What is next?" That is how momentum works.
Soft Tech Business · Prompts 11–15
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section four

Wellness

For the part of your life that keeps everything else running. Sleep, stress, food that actually fuels you, and routines that stick. AI will not do your pushups, but it can build you a plan that does not require a personal trainer's budget.

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Wellness

PROMPT 16

Morning Routine Builder

Help me build a realistic morning routine. I wake up at [time] and need to leave by [time]. I want to include [priorities, e.g., coffee without rushing, 10 minutes of quiet, quick movement]. I am not a morning person. Be honest about what fits.
PROMPT 17

Healthy Meal Prep That I'll Actually Eat

I want to eat healthier this week, but I am realistic about my cooking motivation. Give me a simple meal prep plan for [number] days. I like [foods you enjoy]. I do not like [foods to skip]. Max 2 hours of prep on Sunday. Include a grocery list.
PROMPT 18

Stress Reset Plan

I am feeling really overwhelmed right now. My main stressors are [list briefly]. I have [amount of time] before my next obligation. Give me a realistic plan to reset. Not "go meditate for an hour." Something I will actually do.
Try this: Be specific about how much time you have. "I have 15 minutes" gets a different plan than "I have an evening."
PROMPT 19

Sleep Routine Fix

My sleep has been terrible. I usually go to bed around [time] but I [the problem, e.g., cannot fall asleep, wake up at 3 AM, scroll my phone]. My schedule is [describe]. Give me a realistic wind-down routine that does not require me to become a different person.
PROMPT 20

Workout Plan for Real Life

Build me a workout plan. I can exercise [number] days per week for about [minutes] each. I have access to [gym / home equipment / nothing]. My fitness level is [beginner / moderate / solid]. Focus on [goals, e.g., strength, energy, flexibility]. Keep it simple enough that I will not quit.
Soft Tech Wellness · Prompts 16–20
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section five

Just for Fun

The stuff you Google at 11 PM. The questions that bug you. The party you need to plan. The book you cannot remember the name of. AI is weirdly good at all of this. Honestly, this is where most people realize how useful it actually is.

Jennie Slade
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section five

Just for Fun

PROMPT 21

Explain It Like I'm New Here

Explain [topic, e.g., how refinancing works, what probiotics actually do, why everyone is talking about AI] in plain language. Skip the jargon. I am smart. I just have not learned this yet.
PROMPT 22

Party and Event Planner

I am hosting a [type of event, e.g., birthday dinner, book club, holiday brunch] for [number] people. Budget is about $[amount]. Give me a plan. Food ideas, a timeline for the day, and details I might forget. Keep it doable for one person.
PROMPT 23

Book and Show Recommender

I loved [book, show, or movie] because [what you liked, e.g., the pacing, the humor, the characters]. Recommend 5 similar ones. One line about each so I know if it is worth my time.
Try this: Add "nothing too dark" or "something I can watch with my kids" for better filters.
PROMPT 24

Thank You Note Helper

Write a thank-you note to [who] for [what they did, e.g., hosting us, a generous gift, helping with a project]. Make it genuine and personal. A few sentences is perfect.
PROMPT 25

The "Settle This" Prompt

My [friend / partner / coworker] and I disagree about [topic]. They think [their position]. I think [your position]. Give us both sides fairly, then tell us who is closer to right. Be honest. I can take it.
Try this: Pull this one out at dinner. People get invested.
Soft Tech Just for Fun · Prompts 21–25
Jennie Slade
you just took the first step

Most people are still thinking about trying AI. You're already using it.

Whatever prompt you tried first, you now know something most people are still afraid to find out. This is not as hard as it looked.

"AI gets better the more you talk to it. If the first answer is not quite right, tell it what to change. It is a conversation, not a test."

when you're ready for more

Your First AI Week

Twenty-five prompts is a lot. Most people use one or two and forget the rest. Your First AI Week takes you through one structured week. Monday is your inbox. Tuesday is your meals. Friday is your weekend planning. By the end of the week, AI is part of how you actually work. $17.

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