40 Ready-to-Use Prompts for Claude Code Skills: A Professional Guide

1skill-name/
2  SKILL.md         → Always loaded. Role and basic rules only (recommended under 500 lines)
3  references/      → Loaded depending on the task. Knowledge, constraints, quality standards
4  scripts/         → Executable code. Repetitive processing or data conversion
5  assets/          → Output templates or icons

1You are a senior content strategist with experience writing for top-tier media.
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3Write an article of [word count] characters about [topic].
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5Audience: [Audience attributes and knowledge level]
6Angle: [Your unique perspective. Differentiation points from other articles on the same theme]
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8Structure:
9- Hook: Start with a bold claim or surprising fact. No generic introductions.
10- Problem Statement: Why the common view on this topic is wrong or incomplete.
11- Framework: Develop the argument into 3-5 sections. Clear headings for each.
12- Evidence: At least one specific example, case study, or data point per section.
13- Action: End with 3 specific actions the reader can take "this week."
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15Rules:
16- Max 3 sentences per paragraph.
17- No filler expressions ("What's important is," "In today's world," etc.).
18- No hedge words ("might," "perhaps," "seems like," etc.).
19- All claims must be specific. No ambiguity.
20- Bold the most important sentence in each section.
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22This article must be at a level that can be published as-is without editing.

1Write an X thread about [topic].
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3Thread Structure:
4- Tweet 1: Hook. Bold claim, surprising statistic, or contrarian view. Stop the scroll in 2 seconds.
5- Tweets 2-3: Problem statement. Why many people get this wrong.
6- Tweets 4-10: Framework. Numbered steps, techniques, or insights. One per tweet. Each tweet should stand alone but flow as a whole.
7- Tweets 11-12: Real-world examples or case studies where the framework works.
8- Final Tweet: 1 specific action + Call to Action.
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10Rules:
11- Max 280 characters per tweet.
12- No meaningless emojis.
13- No preambles like "To explain a bit" or "The point is." Start each tweet with the content.
14- Feel like learning from a sharp friend, not a textbook.
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16Total: 12-15 tweets.

1Write an email for this situation: [Describe situation, recipient, and purpose in detail]
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3Tone: [Professional/Casual/Straight/Diplomatic]
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5Rules:
6- Subject Line: Specific and action-oriented (No "Quick question" or "Follow-up").
7- Opening: Get to the point in the first sentence. No pleasantries needed.
8- Body: Max 3 short paragraphs. Each paragraph has only one role.
9- Closing: Clear next action or request. Don't let the recipient wonder what to do.
10- Overall: Under 150 words.
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12Create 2 versions:
13Version A: [Tone 1. e.g., Straight and assertive]
14Version B: [Tone 2. e.g., Warm and collaborative]

1Expand this content into 5 formats.
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3<Original Content>
4[Paste article, post, transcript, etc.]
5</Original Content>
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7To Create:
81. X Thread (12 tweets, max 280 chars each)
92. LinkedIn Post (200-300 words, professional but not too stiff)
103. Newsletter Intro (100 words, teaser for the full text)
114. 3 SNS Posts (each independent, highlighting different insights)
125. Short Video Script (60 seconds, conversational, intended for talking to camera)
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14Rules:
15- Each format must feel natural to its platform. No copy-paste feel.
16- Maintain core claims and key insights across all formats.
17- Adjust tone by platform: X = punchy and straight, LinkedIn = professional and thoughtful, Newsletter = personal and exclusive.

1Rewrite this text into more persuasive copy.
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3<Original Text>
4[Paste text]
5</Original Text>
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7Apply these copywriting principles:
8- Lead with benefits, not features.
9- Use specific numbers instead of vague expressions.
10- Anticipate and address objections before they arise.
11- Create urgency without being manipulative.
12- End with a clear, low-hurdle call to action.
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14After showing the rewritten version, explain the 3 most impactful changes and why they work psychologically.

1Create a detailed outline for a blog post about [topic].
2
3Target Audience: [Who]
4Goal: [What the reader should be able to do after reading]
5Target Word Count: [Word count]
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7For each section:
8- Heading (Attractive and specific. Not generic)
9- 2-3 sentence summary
10- Data points, examples, or arguments needed for this section
11- Transition to the next section
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13Also include:
14- 3 alternative heading ideas (ranked by predicted CTR)
15- Meta description (max 160 characters)
16- 5 internal/external link candidates

1Transform this dry factual information into a compelling narrative.
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3<Facts>
4[Paste facts, data, or technical content]
5</Facts>
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7Rules:
8- Don't start with definitions; start with a specific scene, person, or moment.
9- Weave facts into a story arc: Setup → Tension → Resolution.
10- Use analogies to make complex concepts intuitive.
11- Include one "Aha!" moment that changes the reader's understanding.
12- End with a takeaway linked to the reader's life.
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14Facts remain accurate. Change the delivery, not the content.

1Create 20 headline ideas for this content: [Content summary]
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3Categories:
4- Curiosity-driven: 5 (impossible not to click)
5- Benefit-driven: 5 (value clear at a glance)
6- Contrarian: 5 (shakes the reader's common sense)
7- Number-driven: 5 (uses specific quantities or periods)
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9For each headline:
10- Rate predicted CTR from 1-10 and explain why.
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12Rank the overall TOP 3 with reasons.

1Summarize the following facts into a case study.
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3Client: [Name/Industry]
4Challenge: [What they were struggling with]
5Solution: [What was implemented]
6Results: [Measurable outcomes]
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8Structure:
91. Challenge (2 paragraphs. Make the reader feel the pain)
102. Approach (3-4 paragraphs. Specific steps. No generalities)
113. Results (1-2 paragraphs. Specific numbers, Before/After comparison)
124. Lesson (1 paragraph. Learning applicable to the reader)
135. Pull Quote (One sentence the client would actually say based on results)
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15Rules:
16- Use present tense for a sense of realism.
17- Include at least 3 specific numbers.
18- Pull quotes should be real words, not marketing copy.

1Analyze 3 writing samples by the same author.
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3<Sample 1>[Paste]</Sample 1>
4<Sample 2>[Paste]</Sample 2>
5<Sample 3>[Paste]</Sample 3>
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7Identify:
8- Sentence length patterns (Short/Mixed/Long)
9- Vocabulary level (Simple/Technical/Mixed)
10- Tone (Formal/Casual/Authoritative/Conversational)
11- Structural quirks (Paragraph length, heading use, bullet point patterns)
12- Repeated phrases or patterns
13- Things consistently avoided
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15After analysis, write a 300-word piece about [New Topic] perfectly replicating this author's style. It must be believable as written by the original author.

1.claude/skills/content-writer/
2  SKILL.md              ← Role definition only
3  references/
4    writing-rules.md    ← Constraints. No fillers, max 3 sentences per paragraph
5    audience.md         ← Context. Reader attributes and knowledge level
6    format-templates.md ← Format. Structure for articles, emails, threads
7    quality-checklist.md ← Quality Standards. Conditions for publication level

1## Constraints
2- Max 3 sentences per paragraph.
3- No filler expressions ("What's important is," "In today's world," etc.).
4- No hedge words ("might," "perhaps," etc.).
5- Claims must be specific. No ambiguity.
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7## Quality Standards
8- Must be at a level that can be published as-is without editing.
9- Bold the most important sentence in each section.

1Perform a comprehensive SWOT analysis for [Company/Product/Strategy].
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3For each quadrant (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats):
4- List 5 specific items (not generalities, specific to this situation).
5- Each item: 1-sentence explanation of why it fits this quadrant.
6- Impact of each item: High/Medium/Low.
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8Additionally:
9- #1 Strategic priority based on this analysis (1 sentence).
10- Maximum risk if this priority is ignored (1 sentence).
11- First action to take this week (1 specific, actionable step).

1Need to decide between these options: [List 2-4 options]
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3Background: [Budget, timeline, team structure, goals]
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5Create a decision matrix:
61. Identify the 5 most important criteria for this decision (ask if unclear).
72. Weight each criterion by importance (total 100%).
83. Score each option against each criterion from 1-10.
94. Calculate weighted scores.
105. Present in a formatted table.
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12Then, a 2-paragraph recommendation:
13- Clearly state which option to choose and why.
14- Acknowledge the strongest argument for the runner-up.
15- Identify one condition that would change the recommendation.

1Problem faced: [Describe problem and symptoms]
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3Perform a root cause analysis:
41. Dig deeper with "Why?" 5 consecutive times (5 Whys). Each time to a deeper layer.
52. At each level, identify if it's a symptom or a root cause.
63. At the deepest level, identify the true root cause.
74. Propose 3 solutions: one for the surface symptom, one for the intermediate cause, and one for the root cause.
85. Recommend which solution to execute and why.
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10Do not take my initial problem definition at face value. The real problem is often different from what I described.

1Analyze the market opportunity for [Product/Service Idea].
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3Evaluation Items:
41. Demand: Who wants it? How many? Evidence of demand?
52. Competition: Who else provides it? At what price? Where are they weak?
63. Timing: Why now? Why was it impossible before but possible now?
74. Barriers to Entry: What prevents competitors from copying in 6 months?
85. Unit Economics: Cost to provide per customer vs. billable amount.
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10Each section: Be as specific as possible with numbers. Clearly state uncertainties.
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12Finally, provide a GO / Cautious GO / NO GO judgment with confidence level (High/Medium/Low).

1I have a meeting about [Topic] with [Person. Role, relationship, what they value].
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3Goal for this meeting: [What you want to achieve]
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5Preparation:
61. Opening statement (2 sentences. Set the right frame for the conversation).
72. 3 key points that must be conveyed (in order of priority).
83. 3 questions to ask (in order of importance).
94. 3 expected objections and responses to each.
105. Ideal closing (summarize agreement and next actions).
116. Walk-away line: What is the minimum acceptable result?

1Help me design pricing for [Product/Service].
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3Background:
4- What it does: [Description]
5- Who it's for: [Target customer]
6- Cost to provide: [Cost]
7- Competitor pricing: [If known]
8- Value provided: [What the customer gets. Time saved, revenue increase, problem solved]
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10Design the pricing structure:
111. 3 Tiers (Entry/Main/Premium). Names reflecting value, not size.
122. What's included in each tier and the reason for the boundaries.
133. Psychological basis for each price point.
144. Which tier most customers should land on and how to guide them there.
155. Analysis of One-time vs. Subscription. Which is appropriate and why?
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17Present in a formatted comparison table.

1Perform a competitor analysis of [Competitor Name/URL].
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3Analysis:
41. Positioning: What is the core message? Who is the target? What emotion are they selling?
52. Product: What do they actually provide? Distinction between core features and added value.
63. Pricing: How do they charge? Content of each tier? Where is the profit margin?
74. Content: What topics do they post? Frequency? Most reactive format?
85. Weaknesses: Where are they vulnerable? What are customers dissatisfied with? What are they NOT doing?
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10Finally: End with "3 things I would do differently if competing directly with [Competitor Name]."

1Create OKRs for [Team/Individual/Company] for [Period].
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3Background: [Current status. Where you are, where you want to be, available resources]
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5For each Objective (propose 3):
6- Objective: Ambitious but achievable. Qualitative. Inspiring.
7- 3-4 Key Results: Specific, measurable, time-bound.
8- For each Key Result: Current baseline, target, measurement method.
9- Confidence level of achievement (1-10).
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11Flag any contradictions between Key Results.

1I am about to execute [Measure/Decision/Project].
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3Perform a risk assessment:
41. List the 7 most likely risks.
52. For each risk:
6   - Probability: High/Medium/Low
7   - Impact if it occurs: High/Medium/Low
8   - Early warning signs (how to notice this risk is materializing)
9   - Prevention (what can be done to prevent occurrence)
10   - Contingency plan (what to do if it occurs)
113. Plot all risks on a 2x2 matrix (Probability vs. Impact).
124. Identify TOP 3 risks to monitor actively.
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14Do not be optimistic. I want to hear risks I haven't thought of, not "it'll be fine."

1Facilitate a retrospective for this project/period: [Explain what happened]
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3Structure:
41. What went well (5 specific items with evidence).
52. What didn't go well (5 specific items with root causes).
63. Lessons learned (3 lessons that will change how we work in the future).
74. What to change next (3 specific, actionable changes. No vague intentions).
85. What to stop (2 things to intentionally stop doing).
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10Rules:
11- Be specific. "Communication was bad" is meaningless. "The product team wasn't told about the price change until 2 days before launch, forcing a rush on marketing materials" is meaningful.
12- Include specific preventive actions for all identified problems.

1.claude/skills/decision-support/
2  SKILL.md               ← Role. "Business Analyst"
3  references/
4    frameworks.md        ← Format. Templates for SWOT/Decision Matrix/5 Whys
5    company-context.md   ← Context. Company budget/goals/team structure
6    risk-criteria.md     ← Constraints. "No optimism," "State uncertainties"

1## Decision Matrix
21. Identify 5 criteria
32. Weight each (total 100%)
43. Score options 1-10
54. Calculate weighted scores
65. Identify one condition that would change the recommendation
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8## Root Cause Analysis
91. Dig deeper with "Why?" 5 times
102. Propose solutions at 3 levels: Surface/Intermediate/Root
113. Do not take problem definitions at face value

1Quarterly Goals: [List]
2Last Week's Results: [Brief summary]
3This Week's Commitments: [Meetings, deadlines, obligations]
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5Create a weekly plan:
61. TOP 3 Priorities (most important for quarterly goals).
72. Schedule (meetings and deadlines by day).
83. Buffer Tasks (important but flexible).
94. Things to intentionally skip (what not to do this week and why).

1I want to learn [Topic/Skill].
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3Current Level: [Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced]
4Available Time: [Hours per week]
5Learning Style: [Practical/Theoretical/Mixed]
6Goal: [What you want to be able to do after learning]
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8Create a learning plan:
91. Prerequisites: What to know first (be honest if basics are lacking).
102. Core Concepts: 5-7 key ideas to understand, in order.
113. Projects: One hands-on project per concept to learn by doing.
124. Resources: Only one best resource per concept (not 10 choices).
135. Milestones: How to judge if a concept is truly understood (specific tests).
146. Timeline: Realistic weekly plan based on available time.
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16Don't pad the plan. If it can be learned in 3 weeks, don't stretch it to 8.

1Negotiating with [Who] about [What].
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3Background: [Relationship, history, power balance]
4Ideal Outcome: [Best case]
5Acceptable Outcome: [Minimum acceptable]
6Predicted Opponent Position: [What they likely want]
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8Preparation:
91. Initial position and its basis.
102. 3 concessions to offer (from smallest to largest).
113. 3 things to ask for in return for each concession.
124. 3 likely objections and responses to each.
135. 2 creative options that increase value for both (expand the pie).
146. Walk-away line and specific words to exit gracefully.

1I want to build this habit: [Describe habit]
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3Current Routine: [What a typical day looks like]
4Past Attempts: [What you tried before and why it failed]
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6Design a habit implementation plan:
71. Smallest version (2-minute starter version).
82. Trigger: Which existing habit or event to attach it to.
93. Environment Design: Physical changes to make the habit easier.
104. Reward: Immediate positive feedback to reinforce the habit.
115. Tracking Method: How to measure consistency.
126. Failure Protocol: What to do if you miss a day (because you will).
137. Gradual Expansion: How the 2-minute version grows over 4 weeks.
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15Be realistic. A small habit that lasts is better than a perfect routine discarded in a week.

1Analyze this data.
2
3<Data>
4[Paste CSV, table, numbers, survey results, etc.]
5</Data>
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7Provide:
81. Summary statistics (key numbers at a glance).
92. 3 most important patterns or trends.
103. 2 surprising findings not immediately visible.
114. 1 aspect where this data could be misleading (common misunderstandings).
125. 3 questions this data raises that require additional data.
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14Audience: [Who reads this and their technical level]
15State the conclusion in plain language first, then attach supporting numbers.