15 Unspoken Rules for Getting Better, Faster, Smarter AI Results

We need to talk.

Everyone’s hyped about AI — but most people are using it wrong.

It’s not the tools. It’s not the models.
It’s the way we ask.

And honestly? That’s what separates people who get meh results from those who generate outputs that feel human, smart, and insanely useful.

Because the truth is:
Prompting is a skill.

A creative one. A strategic one.
And if you don’t learn the rules, you’ll keep getting the same generic garbage — while others quietly use the same AI tools to write threads, build content systems, design client work, and yes… even make money.

So if you’ve ever typed something into ChatGPT or Claude and thought, “That’s not what I wanted,” — this one’s for you.

Here are 15 prompt-writing rules that actually make a difference: 👇

1. Start with the End Goal

Bad:
“Can you help me write something?”

Good:
“Write a LinkedIn post (under 200 words) that encourages solopreneurs to use AI for productivity. Include a CTA.”

2. Mention the Format

Bad:
“Summarize this.”
Good:
“Summarize this into 5 bullet points with emojis and short, tweetable lines.”

3. Give it a Role

Prompt:
“Act as a senior UX designer explaining this to a non-technical client.”
Suddenly, the tone shifts from robotic to human. Try it.

4. Name the Audience

“Write this as if I’m talking to startup founders who are skeptical of AI. Keep it convincing but informal.”

Audience = language, references, tone — all in one.

5. Drop Context Like Breadcrumbs

Don’t just say “Write a blog.”
Say:
“I want to write a 1000-word blog for Medium readers in the AI niche. My goal is to teach prompt writing and show how better prompts = better results.”

That’s a prompt that performs.

6. Set Boundaries

Want something short and sweet?

Tell it:
“Max 100 words. Make it punchy. Cut the fluff.”

AI will ramble unless you stop it.

7. Avoid Vague Language

“Maybe make it more interesting?”
Nope. Instead say:
“Add a metaphor and a surprising fact in the first line.”

Specificity = success.

8. Use Examples

Share a sample like:
“Here’s a tweet I liked: ‘Most people don’t lack motivation. They lack a system. Here’s one you can steal.’
Now write 3 more tweets like that, on AI productivity.”

Boom. Instant voice match.

9. Dial in the Tone

Try this:
“Write like Ali Abdaal meets Alex Hormozi — casual, yet data-driven and actionable.”
AI’s been trained on their content. It knows.

10. Ask for Beginner-Friendly Explanations

“Break this into 3 steps a 10-year-old can understand.”
Or even better:
“Explain this like I’m pitching it to a 7th grader.”

Simple ≠ dumb. Simple = viral.

11. Push Creative Boundaries

Ask:
“Give me 3 unconventional ways to present this idea.”
“Write a sarcastic version.”
“Turn this into a rap.”
Now you’re getting unique.

12. Get Sources When Needed

If you're quoting facts, say:
“Give me 3 credible sources with links. Recent studies only, post-2023.”

AI will hallucinate if you don’t ask for receipts.

13. Stick to One Idea Per Prompt

ChatGPT isn’t multitasking.
Split your prompts if you’re asking it to summarize and write headlines and create a tweet thread.

One task. One prompt. Trust me.

14. Refine Like a Scientist

The first draft is rarely gold. Try:

• “Now rewrite with more urgency.”

• “Make it 25% shorter.”

• “Add humor and 2 cultural references.”

Every prompt is a prototype. Keep tweaking.

15. Teach It with Feedback

“Too wordy.”
“Try using shorter sentences.”
“Add emojis but keep it professional.”
Train your AI like you’d train an assistant.

Prompt Battle: ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini

Let’s run a real test.

Prompt:
“Write a tweet explaining prompt engineering in a witty way that makes it go viral.”

ChatGPT (GPT-4o):

Score: 8.5/10 – Clever, on-brand, relatable.

Claude 3 Opus:

Score: 9/10 – Extra poetic, feels mystical, high engagement potential.

Gemini 1.5:

Score: 7/10 – Snappy but less context-aware.

Why This Matters

AI isn’t some magic vending machine.

It’s a reflection of how well you know what you’re asking for.

So when people say “AI’s not working for me,” what they often mean is:
“I haven’t learned how to prompt yet.”

But here’s the upside — once you do learn?
You unlock superpowers.

Writing. Research. Outreach. Brainstorming. Strategy.
It all becomes faster, sharper, and a lot more fun.

Use these 15 rules and watch the shift.

AI won’t just follow your lead — it’ll start to feel like a teammate.

And that?
That changes everything.

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And if you’re interested in more tips and resources, check out my Medium blog Tirupati Rao

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