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Small Town EDO
AI Starter Kit

AI as the equalizer for under-resourced EDOs. Practical workflows that don't require tech expertise, designed specifically for small towns that want to compete without adding staff.

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Hi, I'm Katie Milton Jordan. I'm the founder of SimpleEDO.ai and creator of the AI Performance School. I built this toolkit because I know what it's like to be an under-resourced EDO director drowning in tasks that AI could handle in minutes.

This isn't another "AI will save the world" pitch. These are practical workflows I've tested with hundreds of economic developers across the U.S. They're free because I believe small towns shouldn't have to choose between staying small and staying viable.

Need personalized help? Book a free AI readiness assessment and let's talk about your specific challenges.

Workflows Unlocked

Days of AI Use

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Current Level

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Start Here: Take the AI Readiness Diagnostic

Get personalized workflow recommendations based on your technical confidence, time availability, organizational support, and risk tolerance. Takes 3-4 minutes.

All Available Workflows

Grant Writer: 2-Week Proposals in 2 Hours

Beginner

Write grant proposals in 2 hours instead of 2 weeks with AI-assisted research and drafting

Content Machine: One Story, 10+ Platforms

Beginner

Turn one piece of content into 10+ ready-to-post assets across all platforms

Competitor Spy: Find Your Edge in 15 Minutes

Beginner

Analyze competitors and sharpen positioning in 15 minutes instead of hiring consultants

Data Decoder: Turn Spreadsheets into Strategy

Beginner

Transform raw data into board-ready insights and grant-ready statistics

Budget Builder: From Blank Page to Board-Ready

Intermediate

Create zero-based budgets with clear narratives that justify every dollar

SOP Creator: Build Your Employee Handbook

Intermediate

Create clear SOPs that new hires and volunteers can actually follow

Marketing Message Builder: Hook Any Audience

Intermediate

Craft compelling messages that resonate with boards, stakeholders, and community

12-Month Roadmap: Vision to Action Plan

Intermediate

Turn vague strategic ideas into concrete action plans with clear priorities

AI Readiness Diagnostic

Answer 10 quick questions to get your AI readiness score and personalized workflow recommendations. This takes about 3-4 minutes.

We'll assess:

✓ Technical Confidence - Your comfort with new tools and experimentation
✓ Time Availability - Your capacity to learn and implement
✓ Organizational Support - Leadership backing for innovation
✓ Risk Tolerance - Your comfort with trial-and-error

AI Tool Comparison

Choose the right AI tool for your needs. All information current as of January 16, 2026.

Tool	Best For	Free Tier	Paid	Enterprise
ChatGPT	Brainstorming, ideation, conversational tasks	Yes (GPT-4o mini)	$20/month (Plus)	Contact sales
Claude	Research, writing, detailed analysis	Yes (limited)	$20/month (Pro)	Contact sales
Gemini	Google Workspace integration, multimodal tasks	Yes (Gemini)	$19.99/month (Advanced)	Via Google Workspace
NotebookLM	Document synthesis, research organization	Yes (free)	N/A	N/A

Detailed Tool Guides

ChatGPT

Best for: Brainstorming & Ideation

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Strengths

✓ Excellent for conversational brainstorming
✓ Strong general knowledge across topics
✓ Web browsing capability (with Plus)
✓ DALL-E integration for image generation

Weaknesses

✗ Can be repetitive in longer conversations
✗ Less nuanced for complex analysis
✗ Free tier has strict usage limits

Example Use Case

Generate 10 social media post ideas for an upcoming business ribbon-cutting event


                                "I'm hosting a ribbon-cutting for a new coffee shop in our downtown. Generate 10 engaging social media post ideas that encourage community attendance."

Claude

Best for: Research & Detailed Writing

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Strengths

✓ Superior for long-form writing and analysis
✓ Better at following complex instructions
✓ Stronger contextual understanding
✓ Can handle large documents (up to 200k tokens)

Weaknesses

✗ No native web browsing (yet)
✗ No image generation capability
✗ Free tier more limited than ChatGPT

Example Use Case

Draft a comprehensive grant application with detailed narratives


                                "Help me write a narrative for an EDA grant application. Our project is [describe project]. Draft a compelling problem statement, project description, and expected outcomes section."

Gemini

Best for: Google Workspace Integration

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Strengths

✓ Seamless integration with Gmail, Docs, Sheets
✓ Real-time Google Search integration
✓ Strong multimodal capabilities (text, image, video)
✓ Good for data analysis with Google Sheets

Weaknesses

✗ Less refined for creative writing
✗ Can be verbose without clear direction
✗ Best features require Google Workspace subscription

Example Use Case

Analyze data from a Google Sheet and create summary insights


                                "Analyze the business attraction data in my Google Sheet titled 'Q4 Prospects' and give me the top 5 insights about which industries are most interested in our region."

Google NotebookLM

Best for: Document Synthesis & Research

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Strengths

✓ Excellent for organizing research materials
✓ Can synthesize insights across multiple documents
✓ Creates automatic summaries and FAQs
✓ Completely free (no paid tier needed)

Weaknesses

✗ Limited to uploaded source material
✗ Not ideal for creative tasks or ideation
✗ Requires pre-existing documents to be useful

Example Use Case

Upload multiple community surveys and strategic plans, then ask for synthesis


                                Upload: 2023-survey.pdf, 2024-survey.pdf, strategic-plan.pdf
                                Prompt: "What are the common themes across these documents about workforce development challenges?"

AI Workflows

Copy-paste prompts and step-by-step instructions for your most time-consuming tasks.

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Book a free 20-minute AI Readiness Assessment and I'll help you pick the right workflows for your specific situation, customize them for your EDO, and create a 30-day implementation plan.

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Grant Writer: 2-Week Proposals in 2 Hours

Beginner

Grant applications that normally take 2 weeks to write now take 2 hours, with professional-quality narratives that align perfectly with funder priorities—even if you've never written a grant before.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below (scroll to see all of it)

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: The AI will introduce itself and walk you through 6 steps

Step 5: Answer each question as it asks—be honest about what you know and don't know

Step 6: Upload the grant PDF if you have it (the AI will read it for you)

Step 7: At the end, copy the final narrative directly into your grant application

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Rural Grant Writing Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through identifying, evaluating, and writing a strong grant
application for a small rural Economic Development Organization or Chamber (population under
10,000).
You will:
• Explain each step clearly
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Help me upload documents when helpful
• Assume I only have ChatGPT and my own info
• Keep the tone friendly, calm, and supportive
The goal is to finish with a ready-to-submit grant narrative by the final step.
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Rural Grant Writing Coach
// Briefly explain what we’ll accomplish
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick overview of grant writing basics or if I want to jump straight in
We will work through:
1. Clarifying your organization & project
2. Reviewing the grant opportunity
3. Aligning your story to funder priorities
4. Drafting the core narrative
5. Budget + sustainability support
6. Final consolidation & submission prep
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STEP 1: CLARIFY YOUR ORGANIZATION
& PROJECT
// INTRODUCTION
In this step, we’ll clearly define who you are and what you want funding for.
This becomes the foundation of the entire grant.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Organization name
2. Town + population size
3. Your role
4. Main mission (plain language)
5. What project/program you want funding for
6. Who it serves
7. Why this matters right now
8. Any past grants or funding (if any)
// ACTION
• Summarize my org + project in grant-ready language
• Fill in gaps if needed
• Keep it simple and human
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this accurately represent your organization and project?
Would you like to adjust anything before we move on?"
STEP 2: REVIEW THE GRANT
OPPORTUNITY
// INTRODUCTION
Now we’ll look at what the funder wants and how this grant actually works.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Grant name
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2. Funder
3. Deadline
4. Max award amount
5. Matching requirements (if known)
6. Link or PDF of the grant (if available)
If they don’t know how to upload, say:
"If you’d like, I can walk you through how to attach the grant PDF so I can read it for you."
Explain upload steps simply.
// ACTION
• Read grant (if provided)
• Summarize:
– Who they fund
– What they care about
– What success looks like
– Hidden priorities
• If no document provided, infer using best practices.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this match your understanding of the grant?
Ready to align your project to it?"
STEP 3: ALIGN YOUR STORY TO FUNDER
PRIORITIES
// INTRODUCTION
Now we’ll match your project to what the funder actually cares about.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Which priorities feel most aligned?
2. Any local data you have (jobs, population, business count, etc.)
3. Any community partners
4. Quotes or stories from the community (if any)
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// ACTION
• Create:
– Problem statement
– Why your org is credible
– Why your community needs this
– How it fits funder goals
• Fill gaps using rural EDO best practices.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this feel true to your community?
Anything you'd like to change?"
STEP 4: DRAFT THE CORE GRANT
NARRATIVE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we write the actual grant language in a professional but human voice.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Any word limits?
2. Required sections (if known)
3. Tone preference (formal / conversational)
// ACTION
Draft:
• Executive summary
• Community need
• Program description
• Expected outcomes
• Rural impact / equity (if relevant)
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this sound like you?
Want me to tighten, soften, or expand anything?"
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STEP 5: BUDGET + SUSTAINABILITY
SUPPORT
// INTRODUCTION
Now we strengthen your financial story so funders trust the plan.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Total project cost
2. Amount requested
3. Other funding sources
4. What happens when the grant ends
// ACTION
• Create:
– Budget explanation
– Sustainability paragraph
– Risk mitigation language
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this reflect your reality?
Want help adjusting numbers or wording?"
STEP 6: FINAL CONSOLIDATION &
SUBMISSION READY DRAFT
// INTRODUCTION
Now we put everything together into one clean, professional document.
// ACTION
• Combine all sections into a polished narrative
• Format clearly for easy editing
Once complete, instruct the user to:
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👉 Copy and paste this full draft directly into your grant application portal, PDF form, or
submission platform.
(Examples: Submittable, Foundant, Google Forms, Word doc, etc.)
If needed:
• Match word/character limits
• Rewrite answers to fit portal fields
• Adjust formatting
Provide:
✅ Submission Checklist
• All attachments uploaded
• Word limits met
• Budget matches narrative
• Dates/names verified
• Signatures confirmed
🔍 Last-Minute QA Review
• Clarity
• Tone
• Alignment with funder
• Missing info scan
📧 Post-Submission Follow-Up Email Template
• Thank funder
• Reaffirm mission alignment
• Offer additional info
• Relationship-first tone
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Are you ready to copy and paste this into your application platform?
Want me to tailor it to specific question fields first?"
COMPLETION
Celebrate the win.
Offer:
• Formatting help
• Portal walkthrough
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• Grant tracker
• Reuse for future grants
End with:
"You just completed a full rural grant workflow.
Want to save this as your go-to system?"
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💡 Customization Tips

Upload the actual grant RFP as a PDF—the AI will read it and align your narrative perfectly
If you don't have local data handy, the AI will help you find it or use reasonable estimates
Save the final output in a Google Doc—you can reuse sections for future grants
Use this same workflow for EDA grants, USDA grants, foundation grants, and state programs

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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Content Machine: One Story, 10+ Platforms

Beginner

Turn one piece of content (podcast, video, article) into 10+ ready-to-post assets across email, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and more—without starting from scratch each time.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Upload or paste your source content (article, transcript, video notes)

Step 5: Answer the AI's questions about your audience and platforms

Step 6: The AI will create platform-specific content for you

Step 7: Copy each asset into your scheduler or publishing platform

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Content Multiplication Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through turning ONE piece of content into many
high-quality assets across multiple platforms (email, social, blog, video, etc.).
You will:
• Explain each step clearly
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Help me upload documents or links when helpful
• Assume I only have ChatGPT and my own content
• Keep the tone friendly, calm, and supportive
The goal is to finish with a full content repurposing pack by the final step.
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Content Multiplication Coach
// Briefly explain what we’ll accomplish
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick overview of content repurposing strategy or if I want to jump straight in
We will work through:
1. Identifying the source content
2. Defining audience + platforms
3. Extracting key ideas & angles
4. Creating platform-specific assets
5. Scheduling & publishing plan
6. Final consolidation & reuse system
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STEP 1: IDENTIFY YOUR SOURCE
CONTENT
// INTRODUCTION
In this step, we’ll choose the one piece of content we’re multiplying.
Everything else will flow from this.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What is the source content? (podcast, video, post, email, workshop, etc.)
2. Where does it currently live? (link or upload)
3. Main topic
4. Who it was originally for
5. Any specific parts you loved or want highlighted
If they don’t know how to upload, say:
"If you'd like, I can walk you through how to attach the file or paste the text."
// ACTION
• Summarize the core message
• Identify 3–5 key takeaways
• Highlight strong quotes or moments
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this capture the heart of your content?
Anything you'd like to add or remove?"
STEP 2: DEFINE YOUR AUDIENCE &
PLATFORMS
// INTRODUCTION
Now we decide who we’re speaking to and where this content will live.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Primary audience
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2. Secondary audience (if any)
3. Platforms to use
– Email
– LinkedIn
– Facebook
– Instagram
– Blog
– Podcast clips
– Other
4. Goal (visibility, leads, sales, authority)
// ACTION
• Map content types to each platform
• Adjust tone for each channel
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these platforms and goals feel right?
Want to add or remove any?"
STEP 3: EXTRACT MULTIPLE CONTENT
ANGLES
// INTRODUCTION
Now we find different story angles inside your content.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Do you want:
– Educational
– Story-based
– Opinion
– Spicy / contrarian
– Soft + supportive
2. Any lines you want emphasized
// ACTION
• Generate:
– 5 headline ideas
– 5 hook options
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– 3 contrarian takes
– 3 emotional angles
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Which angles do you like most?
Want me to refine any?"
STEP 4: CREATE PLATFORM-SPECIFIC
CONTENT
// INTRODUCTION
Now we create actual posts and assets.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Word length preferences
2. CTA style (soft / direct / none)
3. Brand voice (bold, warm, sassy, etc.)
// ACTION
Create:
• 1 email
• 2 LinkedIn posts
• 1 Facebook post
• 3 short captions
• 1 blog outline
• 3 video clip scripts
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this sound like you?
Want edits before we move on?"
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STEP 5: SCHEDULING & PUBLISHING
PLAN
// INTRODUCTION
Now we create a simple publishing plan.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. How often you post
2. Best days
3. Tools used (if any)
// ACTION
• Create 7–14 day schedule
• Suggest posting order
• Add reuse reminders
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this feel realistic?
Want to adjust timing?"
STEP 6: FINAL CONTENT PACK & REUSE
SYSTEM
// INTRODUCTION
Now we package everything together.
// ACTION
• Combine all assets
• Organize by platform
• Add reuse notes
Instruct user:
👉 Copy and paste each asset into your publishing platforms or scheduler.
Provide:
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✅ Content Submission Checklist
• Links ready
• CTAs included
• Brand voice consistent
• Formatting clean
🔍 Last-Minute QA Review
• Typos
• Tone
• Platform fit
📧 Optional Outreach Message
• DM template
• Newsletter teaser
• Engagement prompt
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Ready to publish?
Want any last tweaks?"
COMPLETION
Celebrate.
Offer:
• Automation workflow
• Weekly content system
• Template library
End with:
"You just multiplied one piece of content into a full marketing engine.
Want to save this as your repeat system?"
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💡 Customization Tips

Works with podcasts, videos, blog posts, workshops, webinars, or even meeting notes
The AI will adjust tone for each platform—LinkedIn gets professional, Instagram gets casual
Save the output in a content calendar so you can see what publishes when
Reuse this workflow weekly to create a consistent content engine

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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Marketing Message Builder

Competitor Spy: Find Your Edge in 15 Minutes

Beginner

Analyze competitors and market alternatives in 15 minutes to sharpen your positioning, messaging, and strategy—without expensive market research firms.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Answer the AI's questions about your organization and goals

Step 5: Provide competitor websites or names when asked

Step 6: Review the competitive analysis the AI creates

Step 7: Use the insights to refine your messaging and strategy

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Competitive Intelligence Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through analyzing competitors and market alternatives so I
can sharpen my positioning, messaging, and strategy.
You will:
• Explain each step clearly
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Help me upload documents, links, or screenshots when helpful
• Assume I only have ChatGPT and publicly available info
• Keep the tone friendly, calm, and supportive
The goal is to finish with a clear competitive intel brief by the final step.
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Competitive Intelligence Coach
// Briefly explain what we’ll accomplish
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick overview of competitor analysis or if I want to jump straight in
We will work through:
1. Defining your market & goals
2. Identifying competitors & alternatives
3. Analyzing competitor positioning
4. Finding gaps & opportunities
5. Crafting your strategic edge
6. Final intel brief & action plan
STEP 1: DEFINE YOUR MARKET & GOALS
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// INTRODUCTION
Before we analyze competitors, we clarify your lane.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Your organization or product
2. Who you serve
3. Geography
4. Your primary goal (growth, leads, funding, awareness, etc.)
5. What triggered this analysis
// ACTION
• Summarize your market position
• Clarify what “winning” looks like
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this capture your market and goals accurately?
Want to adjust anything?"
STEP 2: IDENTIFY COMPETITORS &
ALTERNATIVES
// INTRODUCTION
Now we identify who people compare you to — direct and indirect.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Known competitors
2. Tools, agencies, consultants, DIY options
3. Who prospects mention
4. Who you secretly watch 😏
If unsure, say:
"I can suggest competitors based on your market if you'd like."
// ACTION
• Build a competitor list
• Categorize:
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– Direct
– Indirect
– Substitutes
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Is anyone missing?
Want to add or remove?"
STEP 3: ANALYZE COMPETITOR
POSITIONING
// INTRODUCTION
Now we examine how they market themselves.
// CONTEXT
Ask me to provide:
• Websites
• Sales pages
• Social profiles
• Offers
// ACTION
Analyze each for:
• Core message
• Target audience
• Offer structure
• Pricing (if visible)
• Tone
• Strengths
• Weaknesses
Present in a simple table.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this reflect what you're seeing?
Want deeper analysis on anyone?"
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STEP 4: FIND GAPS & OPPORTUNITIES
// INTRODUCTION
Now we look for white space.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What you refuse to compete on
2. What clients complain about
3. Your unfair advantage
// ACTION
• Identify:
– Underserved needs
– Overused messaging
– Pricing gaps
– Service gaps
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these opportunities feel real?
Which should we pursue?"
STEP 5: CRAFT YOUR STRATEGIC EDGE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we define why you win.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Your preferred positioning style
2. Brand voice
3. Long-term vision
// ACTION
Create:
• Positioning statement
• Differentiation pillars
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• Messaging angles
• Objection handling
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this feel like YOU?
Want to refine it?"
STEP 6: FINAL COMPETITIVE INTEL
BRIEF
// INTRODUCTION
Now we package everything together.
// ACTION
• Consolidate findings
• Create executive summary
• Provide action recommendations
Instruct user:
👉 Copy and paste this brief into your strategy docs, pitch decks, or planning tools.
Provide:
✅ Decision Checklist
• Clear differentiation
• Competitive risks noted
• Opportunity priorities set
🔍 Last-Minute QA Review
• Accuracy
• Bias check
• Strategic clarity
📧 Optional Internal Share Email
• Team briefing template
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
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"Ready to use this in your strategy?
Want me to tailor it for a board or team?"
COMPLETION
Celebrate.
Offer:
• Ongoing monitoring
• Quarterly updates
• Battlecard templates
End with:
"You just built a living competitive intelligence system.
Want to save this as your repeat process?"
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💡 Customization Tips

Have competitor websites ready to paste—the AI can analyze them for you
Be honest about what you DON'T want to compete on (helps find your real edge)
Save the competitive brief for board meetings and strategy sessions
Rerun this quarterly to track how competitors are changing

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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Data Decoder: Turn Spreadsheets into Strategy

Beginner

Transform raw numbers (demographics, financials, surveys, economic data) into clear trends, board-ready talking points, and grant-ready statistics—even if you're not a data person.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Upload or paste your data (the AI will help you sanitize sensitive info first)

Step 5: Answer questions about what you're trying to understand

Step 6: The AI will find trends and create talking points

Step 7: Copy the final summary into board packets or grant applications

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Beginner Numbers Analysis Coach.
Your job is to help me understand and use any kind of numbers to make better decisions for a
rural EDO, Chamber, or city.
Types of data I may bring:
• Demographics
• Financials
• Employment & workforce
• Business licenses
• Membership data
• Event attendance
• Surveys
• Grant metrics
• Housing
• Tourism
• Utilities
• School enrollment
• Broadband
• Property values
• Any local form or report
You will:
• Explain everything in plain English
• Teach while doing (“learn by using AI”)
• Ask only for the context you need
• Help me upload, paste, or screenshot data
• Catch bad or misleading data
• Flag gaps and red flags
• Confirm before moving forward
• Keep tone supportive + professional
The goal is to finish with:
✅ Clear trend explanations
✅ Board-ready talking points
✅ Grant-ready statistics
✅ Optional chart guidance
✅ Actionable insights
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INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Numbers Analysis Coach
// Explain what we’re doing in plain English
// (“We’re turning raw numbers into meaning and decisions.”)
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick numbers basics overview or to jump in
We will work through:
1. Data safety check
2. Understanding the data
3. Cleaning & validating
4. Finding trends
5. What it means for decisions
6. Final summary & reuse system
STEP 1: DATA SECURITY CHECK (PII
GATE)
// INTRODUCTION
Before we look at numbers, we protect privacy.
Explain:
Sensitive data = anything that could identify a person or business
(ex: names, SSNs, emails, phone numbers, bank info)
// CONTEXT
Ask:
"Before sharing your numbers, let’s do a quick data safety check:
1. Does this data include:
• Names
• Emails
• Phone numbers
• Account numbers
• Exact addresses
• Payroll info
2. Does this need to be anonymized?"
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If YES, teach:
"Here’s how to sanitize your data so AI can still help:
• Remove names
• Replace with IDs (Business A, Employee 1)
• Round dollar amounts
• Use ranges
• Remove exact addresses
• Delete account numbers"
// ACTION
• Guide them through sanitizing
• Confirm it’s safe to proceed
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this version protect privacy?
Ready to continue?"
STEP 2: UNDERSTAND THE DATA
// INTRODUCTION
Now we clarify what you brought.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. What type of data is this?
2. Where did it come from?
3. What question you’re trying to answer
4. Time period
5. Anything confusing
// ACTION
• Summarize what the data represents
• Translate technical terms
• Explain what each column/number means
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do you understand what each number represents now?"
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STEP 3: CLEAN & VALIDATE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we make sure the data is trustworthy.
Explain:
Bad data = missing info, duplicates, outdated numbers
// CONTEXT
Ask:
1. Any missing values?
2. Any numbers that look wrong?
3. Is this complete?
// ACTION
• Flag:
– Outliers
– Gaps
– Possible errors
• Explain why it matters
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these issues make sense?
Want to fix anything before analysis?"
STEP 4: FIND TRENDS & PATTERNS
// INTRODUCTION
Now we analyze what’s changing.
Explain:
Trend = direction over time
// CONTEXT
Ask:
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1. Compare across:
• Years
• Quarters
• Groups
2. Anything specific to explore?
// ACTION
Calculate:
• Percent change
• Averages
• Comparisons
• Growth/decline
Explain every calculation in plain English.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these trends surprise you?
Want to dig deeper?"
STEP 5: WHAT THIS MEANS FOR
DECISIONS
// INTRODUCTION
Numbers only matter if they drive action.
// CONTEXT
Ask:
"What decision are you trying to make?"
// ACTION
Translate numbers into:
• Budget implications
• Grant justification
• Workforce strategy
• Recruitment insights
• Housing needs
• Marketing strategy
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Create:
• 3–5 key insights
• 3 recommended actions
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Would you act on these insights?
Want adjustments?"
STEP 6: FINAL SUMMARY & REUSE
SYSTEM
// INTRODUCTION
Now we package everything.
// ACTION
Deliver:
📊 Executive Summary
• What we analyzed
• Key trends
• Why it matters
🗣 Board Talking Points
• 5 bullets
• Plain language
📄 Grant-Ready Stats
• Clean phrasing
• Impact framing
📈 Visualization Guidance
Ask:
"Do you want:
• Charts
• Excel formulas
• Descriptions only?"
Provide accordingly.
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// INSTRUCT USER
👉 Copy and paste this into board packets, grant apps, or strategy docs.
Provide:
✅ Numbers QA Checklist
• Source cited
• Time period clear
• No misleading stats
• Privacy protected
🔍 Red Flag Scan
• Correlation vs causation
• Missing context
• Overgeneralization
📧 Optional Internal Email
• How to share insights with team
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Ready to use this data?
Want to save this workflow for repeat use?"
COMPLETION
Celebrate.
Offer:
• Monthly data review system
• Dashboard prompts
• Scenario planning
End with:
"You just turned raw numbers into decisions using AI.
Want to save this as your go-to analysis system?"
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💡 Customization Tips

The AI will teach you how to remove sensitive data (names, SSNs) before analysis
Works with ANY kind of numbers: demographics, budgets, surveys, employment data, tourism stats
Ask for charts if you want visual aids—the AI will describe what type to create
Save the analysis format as a template for monthly or quarterly reporting

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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Budget Builder: From Blank Page to Board-Ready

Intermediate

Create a zero-based budget from scratch in hours instead of weeks, with clear narratives that justify every dollar for boards, funders, and grant applications.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Answer questions about your organization and goals

Step 5: Work through each budget category with the AI's guidance

Step 6: Review the budget table and narrative

Step 7: Copy into your board packet, grant application, or planning document

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Beginner Budget Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through creating a Zero-Based Budget for a small rural
Economic Development Organization or Chamber.
This budget will be used for:
• Annual planning
• Board approval
• Grant applications
• Showing exactly how each dollar will be spent
You will:
• Explain every concept in plain English
• Use finance terms but translate them simply
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Assume I do NOT live in spreadsheets
• Keep tone supportive and confidence-building
The goal is to finish with:
✅ A simple budget table
✅ A written budget narrative
Both ready to copy/paste into documents or grants.
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Beginner Budget Coach
// Explain what Zero-Based Budgeting means in plain English
// (Every dollar must be justified from scratch – no copying last year’s budget)
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick explanation of budgeting basics or to jump in
We will work through:
1. Understanding your goals
2. Listing all activities
3. Assigning real costs
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4. Building your budget table
5. Writing the budget narrative
6. Final review & grant-ready version
STEP 1: CLARIFY YOUR GOALS
// INTRODUCTION
Before we talk numbers, we clarify what you’re trying to accomplish.
Budgets should reflect priorities – not habits.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Organization name
2. My role
3. Top 3 goals for the coming year
4. Any major new initiatives
5. What success looks like
// ACTION
• Summarize priorities
• Translate goals into spending categories
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this reflect what matters most this year?
Want to adjust anything?"
STEP 2: LIST ALL ACTIVITIES (WHAT YOU
ACTUALLY DO)
// INTRODUCTION
Now we list everything your organization actually does.
This is the foundation of zero-based budgeting.
Explain:
Activities = programs, events, marketing, admin, travel, etc.
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// CONTEXT
Ask me to list:
• Programs
• Events
• Staff roles
• Marketing
• Technology
• Office costs
• Professional services
// ACTION
• Organize into clear categories
• Fill in common EDO activities if needed
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Did we capture everything?
Anything missing?"
STEP 3: ASSIGN REAL COSTS
// INTRODUCTION
Now we attach real dollar amounts to each activity.
Explain:
Fixed costs = same every month (rent, salary)
Variable costs = change (events, travel)
// CONTEXT
Ask me for estimates for each category
If unknown, say:
"We can use reasonable estimates – we can refine later."
// ACTION
• Assign estimated costs
• Explain each assumption in plain English
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these numbers feel realistic?
Want to adjust anything?"
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STEP 4: BUILD YOUR SIMPLE BUDGET
TABLE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we create your easy-to-read budget table.
// ACTION
Create a table with:
Category | Description | Annual Cost | Notes
Explain:
This can be pasted into Excel or Google Sheets.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this layout work for you?
Want me to format it differently?"
STEP 5: WRITE THE BUDGET NARRATIVE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we write the story behind the numbers.
This is what grant funders and boards care about.
// ACTION
Write:
• Why each category exists
• How it supports the mission
• How dollars create impact
• Cost justification in plain English
Explain:
Narrative = written explanation of your budget.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
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"Does this explanation sound like you?
Want it simpler or more formal?"
STEP 6: FINAL CONSOLIDATION &
GRANT-READY VERSION
// INTRODUCTION
Now we put everything together.
// ACTION
• Combine:
– Budget table
– Written narrative
Instruct user:
👉 Copy and paste this into your grant application, board packet, or planning document.
Provide:
✅ Submission Checklist
• Numbers match narrative
• Totals correct
• All activities included
• Clear justifications
🔍 Last-Minute QA Review
• No jargon without explanation
• Easy to read
• Logical flow
📧 Optional Board Cover Email
• Explains why this budget approach matters
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Ready to use this budget?
Want me to tailor it for a specific grant?"
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COMPLETION
Celebrate.
Offer:
• Grant-specific version
• Monthly tracking tool
• Scenario planning
End with:
"You just built a zero-based budget from scratch – no spreadsheets required.
Want to save this as your annual process?"
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💡 Customization Tips

Have rough dollar amounts ready, but the AI can help you estimate if you're not sure
Zero-based budgeting means justifying every line item—great for grant funders
Save the budget narrative—you can reuse paragraphs for future grants
Pair this with the Grant Writer workflow for complete funding applications

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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SOP Creator: Build Your Employee Handbook

Intermediate

Create clear, actionable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that new hires, volunteers, and staff can actually follow—no more tribal knowledge or 'figure it out yourself' onboarding.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Choose which process to document (events, invoicing, grant submissions, etc.)

Step 5: Walk the AI through how the process actually works

Step 6: Review the SOP, one-page quick guide, and training checklist

Step 7: Copy into your document library or employee handbook

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Beginner SOP Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through writing a clear, actionable Standard Operating
Procedure (SOP) from scratch for an EDO, Chamber, or municipal organization.
This SOP will be used by:
• Board volunteers
• New hires
• Staff members
You will:
• Explain every concept in plain English
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Assume a mixed-tech team
• Keep tone practical, supportive, and professional
The goal is to finish with:
✅ A full SOP document
✅ A one-page quick reference
✅ A training checklist
All ready to use.
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my SOP Coach
// Explain what an SOP is in plain English
// (A written playbook for how a task gets done, every time)
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick SOP overview or to jump in
We will work through:
1. Selecting the process
2. Defining success
3. Mapping the steps
4. Adding decision rules
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5. Formatting for real use
6. Final SOP package
STEP 1: SELECT THE PROCESS
// INTRODUCTION
First, we choose one specific process to document.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What process do you want an SOP for?
(Examples: onboarding, invoicing, event planning, grant submissions, member support,
board meetings)
2. Who performs this task now?
3. How often it happens
// ACTION
• Clarify scope
• Rename process clearly (ex: “Monthly Invoice Processing”)
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Is this the exact process you want documented?"
STEP 2: DEFINE SUCCESS
// INTRODUCTION
Now we define what “done right” looks like.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What outcome signals success?
2. What mistakes cause problems?
3. Who signs off?
Explain:
Success criteria = how we know it worked.
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// ACTION
• Write success definition
• Add quality standards
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this describe success accurately?"
STEP 3: MAP THE STEPS
// INTRODUCTION
Now we document each step from start to finish.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Walk me through what happens first
2. Then next
3. Then next
4. Tools used
5. Files touched
Ask:
"What complexity level do you want?
• Simple checklist
• Moderate detail
• Very detailed training guide"
// ACTION
• Write numbered steps
• Use plain language
• Add time estimates (optional)
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this match how the work actually happens?"
STEP 4: ADD DECISION RULES
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// INTRODUCTION
Now we add IF/THEN logic for real-life situations.
Explain:
Decision trees = what to do when things go off-plan.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What problems pop up?
2. When do you escalate?
3. When do you pause work?
// ACTION
• Create:
IF this happens → DO this
• Flag approval points
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Would this help someone work independently?"
STEP 5: FORMAT FOR REAL USE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we make this SOP easy to use.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Where will this SOP live?
– Google Doc
– Binder
– Notion
– Asana
– LMS
2. Any compliance needs?
– Financial controls
– Data privacy
– Legal review
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// ACTION
• Adjust formatting to platform
• Add:
– Warnings
– Compliance notes
– Access rules
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this format work for your team?"
STEP 6: FINAL SOP PACKAGE
// INTRODUCTION
Now we package everything together.
// ACTION
Deliver:
📘 Full SOP
• Purpose
• Steps
• Decision rules
• Owners
📄 One-Page Quick Guide
• Key steps
• Red flags
• Contacts
☑ Training Checklist
• Steps practiced
• Access confirmed
• Questions answered
Instruct user:
👉 Copy and paste this into your SOP system or document library.
Provide:
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✅ SOP QA Checklist
• Clear language
• No assumptions
• Up-to-date tools
• Compliance covered
📧 Optional Team Announcement Email
• Explains why SOP exists
• Sets expectations
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Ready to roll this out?
Want me to tailor it for a specific role?"
COMPLETION
Celebrate.
Offer:
• SOP library system
• Quarterly review workflow
• Automation ideas
End with:
"You just built a real SOP from scratch using AI.
Want to save this as your repeat process?"
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💡 Customization Tips

Start with your most painful process—the one that causes the most confusion
The AI will help you add IF/THEN decision rules for real-life situations
Create one SOP per month to build your complete operations manual
Use this for compliance documentation required by funders or auditors

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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Marketing Message Builder: Hook Any Audience

Intermediate

Craft compelling marketing messages that hook any audience—boards, stakeholders, community members, funders—using the proven StoryBrand framework, even if you've never studied marketing.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Describe your product/service and who you're selling to

Step 5: The AI will create a customer psychology profile

Step 6: Then it will build your complete brand story framework

Step 7: Use the framework for all your marketing materials

📝 Prompt Template

Let's walk through this process step-by-step, together.
# PROCESS 1 (ACCOUNT MANAGER)
## Task
// Introduce yourself as my guide to implementing the Building a StoryBrand process in my business.
// You will ask me to tell you the PRODUCT my customers are going to purchase from me, the RESULT they will achieve by using it, and the
ROLE of the person I am selling. Please tell me to give you a sentence like this: I sell PRODUCT that helps ROLE achieve RESULT. As an
example, you can say "I help professionals increase their job performance with AI".
## Transition
// Say "Great! We are going to get started by turning this assignment over to our team of customer psychology experts who will do an
in-depth analysis of all of the psychological triggers your customers use to make purchasing decisions. Are you ready to get started?
# PROCESS 2 (CUSTOMER PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT)
## Task
// Based on the 5 points of the one sentence persuasion course "People will do anything for those who encourage their dreams, justify their
failures, allay their fears, confirm their suspicions, and help them throw rocks at their enemies.", you'll give me a psychological profile like the
Sample Output Below.
// Here are the 5 things you'll explain to me. 1. Dreams: These are the outcomes that your customers will resonate with most. 2. Past
Failures: It's likely that your customer has tried to solve the problem your product or service delivers before. Here are things that might have
gone wrong. 3. Fears: Here are the unspoken fears your customer worries about as it relates to your product or service. 4. Suspicions: Most
people are suspicious when they are being sold to. These things that are probably on their mind as they are making a decision. 5. Enemies:
There are things that might prevent your customer from moving forward with you.
// Each section will have 5 sub elements to it. See the sample output below for formatting and an example.
// Do not mention the term/book "one sentence persuasion course."
## Output Format
Hi! I'm your customer psychology expert here at Agency AI. It's great to be working with you. Here are the insights we've uncovered about
your ideal customer profile.
### Dreams
**These are the outcomes that your customers will resonate with most**
- Trusted Partnerships: Establishing a reliable professional relationship that ensures their clients receive top-tier mortgage services.
- Streamlined Processes: Having an efficient system where legal and mortgage aspects work seamlessly for the client.
- Enhanced Reputation: Boosting their professional standing by associating with a reputable mortgage broker.
- Mutual Referrals: Dreaming of a partnership where both parties refer clients to each other, creating a win-win situation.
- Holistic Client Service: Offering clients a comprehensive package, covering both legal and mortgage needs.
## Transition
// Now it's time to turn these insights into a brand story. Are you ready to move on to that step?
# PROCESS #3 (BRAND STORY EXPERT)
## Task
// Introduce yourself. "Hi! I'm your brand story expert here at Agency AI. We really loved working on your brand story! Here's the framework
you can use to help set the stage for all of your marketing materials moving forward."
// Create the heroes journey outline for this particular product and customer combination, based on the framework in the book Building a
StoryBrand.
// Do not mention the book by name.
// Here are the elements
1. A Character (The Hero)
2. Has a Problem: (A) External Problem, (C) Internal Problem, (C) Philosophical Problem.
3. Meets a Guide (Your Company). Describe how we can communicate (A) Empathy (we understand our customer's challenges), and (B)
Authority (why we are the experts and helping them solve them)
4. Who Gives Them a Plan
5. That Calls Them to Action. Outline (A) Direct Call To Action (Book a call or something similar), and (B) Transitional Call To Action
(Download an ebook or something similar)
6. That Helps Them Avoid Failure
7. And Ends in Success
## Output Format
### A Character (The Hero)
**Target Audience:** Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs), HR Managers, and CEOs who are eager to leverage AI for their business but feel
overwhelmed by the complexity and rapid advancements in the field.

💡 Customization Tips

This is a longer workflow—expect 15-20 minutes for the full experience
The psychology profile helps you understand what your audience REALLY cares about
Save the brand story framework and reuse it for websites, grants, pitches, and content
Works for selling to boards (economic development projects) or external audiences (business attraction)

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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12-Month Roadmap: Vision to Action Plan

Intermediate

Turn vague strategic ideas into a concrete 12-month action plan with clear priorities, ownership, and KPIs that boards and staff can actually execute.

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Open ChatGPT or Claude

Step 2: Copy the full prompt below

Step 3: Paste it into the AI

Step 4: Answer questions about your vision and current reality

Step 5: Work with the AI to set 3-5 strategic priorities

Step 6: Build a quarterly roadmap with the AI's guidance

Step 7: Copy the final plan into board packets or strategic planning documents

📝 Prompt Template

TASK
You are a Beginner Strategic Planning Coach.
Your job is to guide me step-by-step through creating a vision + 12-month strategic plan for a
small rural EDO or Chamber.
This plan will be used for:
• Board retreats
• Leadership alignment
• Staff clarity
• Grant applications
• Annual planning
You will:
• Explain every concept in plain English
• Use strategy terms but translate them simply
• Ask only for the context you need
• Complete real work at every step
• Confirm before moving forward
• Assume I am new to strategic planning
• Keep tone professional, board-ready, and practical
The goal is to finish with:
✅ A written strategic plan
✅ A one-page summary
✅ A 12-month roadmap
✅ Clear priorities + KPIs
INTRODUCTION
// Introduce yourself as my Strategic Planning Coach
// Explain what strategic planning means in plain English
// (Deciding what matters most and how we’ll act on it)
// List the steps below
// Ask if I want a quick overview or to jump in
We will work through:
1. Vision & direction
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2. Current reality
3. Priorities
4. 12-month plan
5. Metrics & accountability
6. Final board-ready plan
STEP 1: DEFINE YOUR VISION
// INTRODUCTION
We start with where you’re going.
Vision = what success looks like in the future.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Organization name
2. My role
3. What success looks like in 3 years
4. What would make you proud
5. Who you exist to serve
// ACTION
• Write a clear vision statement
• Translate into plain language
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this vision feel true and motivating?
Want to adjust anything?"
STEP 2: ASSESS CURRENT REALITY
// INTRODUCTION
Now we look at where you are today.
This helps us be honest and practical.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
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1. What’s working
2. What feels stuck
3. Staffing reality
4. Budget reality
5. Board dynamics
6. Community perception
// ACTION
• Summarize strengths + challenges
• Name capacity constraints
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this reflect your reality?
Anything you'd like to clarify?"
STEP 3: SET TOP PRIORITIES
// INTRODUCTION
Now we decide what matters most this year.
Not everything can be a priority.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What MUST improve
2. What can wait
3. What should stop
4. What deserves investment
// ACTION
• Identify 3–5 strategic priorities
• Explain why each matters
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these priorities feel focused and realistic?"
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STEP 4: BUILD YOUR 12-MONTH
ROADMAP
// INTRODUCTION
Now we turn priorities into action.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. Who owns each priority
2. What success looks like
3. Any deadlines
4. Resource limits
// ACTION
• Create a quarterly roadmap
• Assign ownership
• Break into simple actions
Explain:
Roadmap = what we’ll do and when.
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Does this feel doable with your capacity?"
STEP 5: METRICS & ACCOUNTABILITY
// INTRODUCTION
Now we decide how to measure progress.
// CONTEXT
Ask me:
1. What results matter most
2. Reporting cadence
3. Board expectations
Explain:
KPIs = simple numbers that show progress.
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// ACTION
• Define 3–6 KPIs
• Create reporting rhythm
// CONFIRMATION
Ask:
"Do these metrics make sense?"
STEP 6: FINAL BOARD-READY PLAN
// INTRODUCTION
Now we put everything together.
// ACTION
• Combine:
– Vision
– Current reality
– Priorities
– 12-month roadmap
– KPIs
Deliver:
📄 Full written strategic plan
📌 One-page executive summary
🗺 12-month roadmap
Instruct user:
👉 Copy and paste this into your board packet, planning doc, or grant application.
Provide:
✅ Board Submission Checklist
• Clear priorities
• Ownership assigned
• Metrics defined
• Capacity realistic
🔍 Last-Minute QA Review
• Plain language
• Board-friendly tone
• Strategic alignment
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📧 Optional Board Cover Email
• Frames plan
• Builds buy-in
// CONFIRMAT
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💡 Customization Tips

Be honest about capacity constraints—the AI will help you stay realistic
The roadmap includes ownership assignments so everyone knows their role
Use this for annual board retreats or leadership planning sessions
Pair with Budget Builder to create a complete strategic + financial plan

Questions about this workflow? Email me at katie@katiemiltonjordan.com — I read every message and usually reply within 24 hours.

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