Neglecting to Set the Right Tone or Role

If you don’t specify a tone or role, the AI may respond in a way that doesn’t fit your needs.

Why This Happens

• The AI defaults to a neutral or generic tone if not instructed otherwise.
• Specifying a role or tone helps the AI tailor its response to your needs.

Examples

• No tone/role: "Give me feedback on my resume."

• Better: "As a career coach, give me friendly, constructive feedback on my resume."

• No tone/role: "Explain quantum physics."

• Better: "Explain quantum physics in simple, friendly language as if teaching a high school student."

How to Avoid

• State the desired tone (e.g., friendly, formal) or role (e.g., teacher, expert) in your prompt.
• Combine tone/role with other strategies for best results.

Best Practices

• Think about your audience and the style you want.
• If the response feels off, adjust the tone or role in your next prompt.

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Setting the right tone or role helps the AI deliver responses that match your expectations.