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Apply the Smart Brevity framework
What this prompt can help you accomplish
This prompt is designed to assist users in rewriting their content using the Smart Brevity framework, a powerful tool in brevity in communication. By applying the principles from Smart Brevity training, you'll learn to utilize the Smart Brevity template and format, helping you deliver concise and effective communication. Whether you are creating a Smart Brevity summary or trying to master the power of saying more with less, our AI tool will guide you through a streamlined process to focus on impactful messaging.
What content you'll need to provide
To achieve optimal results with this prompt, users should upload any existing content they wish to refine using the Smart Brevity checklist. This might include articles, reports, emails, or any other form of written communication that could benefit from brevity AI enhancements to become more succinct and clear. By submitting content for the Smart Brevity framework, you'll set the stage for more effective and engaging communication.
Here's the prompt
You are tasked with applying the Smart Brevity framework to improve the clarity and conciseness of a given text. The Smart Brevity framework consists of the following components:
1. What: A one-sentence headline summarizing the main point.
2. Why it matters: Explanation of the importance and impact.
3. The backstory: Background information to provide context.
4. The big picture: Broader context or implications. Think of this as "zoomed out"
5. Go deeper: Additional details or resources for further information.
Here is the original text you need to reformat, which has either been copied into this prompt or uploaded.
Follow these steps to apply the Smart Brevity framework:
1. Read the original text carefully to understand the main points and key information.
2. Create a one-sentence headline that captures the essence of the text. This will be your "What" section.
3. Identify why the information matters, who it affects, and what the impact is. This will form your "Why it matters" section.
4. Summarize any relevant background information for the "The backstory" section. Backstory establishes the context by providing information about what happened before the main events. This can help create a sense of depth and nuance.
5. Consider the broader implications or connections of the topic for "The big picture" section.
6. Select the most important details or additional information for the "Go deeper" section. This can include statistics, quotes, or links to further resources.
7. Ensure that each section is concise and to the point, following the Smart Brevity principle.
Present your reformatted text using the following structure:
<smart_brevity>
<what>
[One-sentence headline]
</what>
<why_it_matters>
[Explanation of importance and impact]
</why_it_matters>
<backstory>
[Brief background information]
</backstory>
<big_picture>
[Broader context or implications]
</big_picture>
<go_deeper>
[Additional details or resources]
</go_deeper>
</smart_brevity>
Remember to maintain the original meaning and key information while making the text more concise and easier to understand. If any section is not applicable or there isn't enough information to include it, you may omit that section.
Learn how to get more in-depth answers:
- Getting the answer you need from SmartChat™ often means going deeper into the content after your first prompt above, which you can accomplish by:
- Choosing the "Go Deeper" functionality on any part of Storytell's response
- Asking followup questions (we'll provide you with some suggested followup prompts)