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I have set these up in ChatGPT. If you have an account, you can use the links to open a new conversation. You can also copy and paste these as conversation starters. The key here is setting the scene for your chosen Language Learning Model (LLM), transforming it from a generic output generator into a persona tailored for your specific conversation. It's like giving the AI superpowers at your fingertips.
There is a lot of reading around this and the “Why” this is important.
Laymans terms.. Bad input = Bad Output..
So, by starting off right then, you have a better chance of getting usable content coming back at you.
As a top voice in AI for education, after countless hours of diving into research and real-world practice, I’ve boiled down thousands of hours of work into a few key levers. These are the tools that will completely change how you interact with AI.
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Nail down your request with pinpoint accuracy. When you kick things off with your prompt, you're laying the groundwork for everything else that follows. This is your chance to set the stage and steer the flow of the whole process. Keep it short and sharp—stay away from fuzzy instructions.
Let the AI know who it’s supposed to be. Context rules the game here. This helps the AI figure out the best way to tackle the question and deliver a spot-on answer. Think of it like giving the AI the right hat to wear for the job.
Clarity is key here. Don’t leave room for the AI to make wild guesses. It’s not a mind reader, so make sure you spell things out. By laying down explicit instructions, you and the AI stay on the same wavelength.
Lean on your own expertise to guide it:
Guide the response. Laying out clear guidelines helps the AI understand exactly what you’re after, making sure it hits the mark. The goal is to stay in charge—let the AI handle the work, not the thinking.
Here’s what to keep in mind:
When applying the principles of LEVERS in construction project management, it’s essential to realise it’s not a strict, step-by-step formula. Think of it as your multi-tool, designed to enhance how you work with AI. You don’t have to follow every element in a fixed order. Instead, use the ones that are most relevant to the specific challenges you’re facing.
Many in construction find success by starting with a straightforward request and then selectively using LEVERS elements to get more precise and targeted responses. This adaptable approach lets you adjust your prompts as the project evolves. Each time you pull one of these levers, you fine-tune your queries, drawing out more accurate and actionable information from the AI.
AI isn’t a future concept in project management—it’s already here. By leveraging the LEVERS framework, you’re not just staying current but positioning yourself to make smarter, faster decisions on the job site and beyond.