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Ask for a decision

Gets a clear yes/no and a deadline.

The prompt

Write a short email where I ask for a decision about [topic].

Recipient: [role/person].
Decision deadline: [date/time].

Requirements:
- max 100 words
- explain what needs to be decided
- give 2 options to choose from
- end with a clear question

How to use it

  1. 1 Copy the prompt below.
  2. 2 Paste it into your AI tool (ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude or Gemini).
  3. 3 Replace the text in [brackets] with your own details.
  4. 4 Send it — and adjust the answer if you want a different tone or length.

Filled-in example

Filled-in example:
[topic]="which version we should launch"
[recipient]="Product manager"
[date/time]="Wed 15:00"

Example AI response:
Hi,

To plan the launch, we need a decision on which version we should go with.
Options:
1) Version A (faster)
2) Version B (more complete)

Can you confirm which option you choose by Wed 15:00?

Thanks!

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