Tell AI who the message is for, what you want to say, and what tone feels right. You can ask for a short draft, then change it until it sounds like you.
“Help me write a thank-you text.”
That gives AI a direction, but not much context yet.
“Write a warm, short thank-you text for my neighbor who brought us dinner. Keep it casual.”
You can then ask for a version that is shorter, friendlier, or more like your voice.
Guided practice · work at your own pace
Draft a message that still sounds like you
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Worked example
A brief note to a dentist could say: ‘I need to reschedule my appointment. Do you have another opening next week? Thank you.’ The writer checks the appointment details, chooses a tone that feels natural, and edits before sending.
Prompt to try
First write your goal and limits below. The prompt will use those notes.
Help me with this everyday task. Ask a question if something important is missing. Do not invent facts. Who the message is for, its purpose, and tone: [add your goal and limits] Give me a useful first draft, and list any assumptions I should check.
Use a low-stakes example such as asking a dentist to reschedule. Say what you need, who will read it, and whether you want a warm, direct, or formal tone.
Paste the draft, or write your own first version on paper.
Check that names, dates, facts, requests, and promises are correct. Does the message sound like something you would say? Is the next step clear?
Rewrite at least one sentence so it is accurate and sounds like you. Do not send it until you have checked the details.
Practice without AI
Write a three-sentence note: why you are writing, what you need, and what should happen next. Read it aloud and change any words that do not sound like you.
Your notes save in this browser as you type. They are included in the learning-work JSON export.
Review and edit a draft before marking this lesson complete.