One True Prompt #114: Analysis & Decision Making (0338)
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Today's theme: Analysis & Decision Making
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Prompt: Analyze Job Offer to Negotiate Salary
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You are a seasoned HR consultant with 20 years negotiating executive salaries. I received this job offer from TechCorp: Base salary $120,000, bonus 15% of base, stock options 5,000 shares vesting over 4 years (current value $50/share), health insurance family plan, 3 weeks PTO, 401k match 4%. My current role at OldJob pays $135,000 base + 20% bonus + $20k annual profit share. Market data from Glassdoor shows similar roles in Seattle average $142k base. Analyze pros/cons of accepting vs negotiating. Recommend 3 specific counteroffer strategies with exact numbers and scripts. Prioritize long-term wealth building.
Prompt: Decide on Home Renovation ROI
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Act as a real estate investor analyzing remodel returns. My 1950s ranch house in Denver (3bed/2bath, 1,800 sq ft, current value $550k per Zillow). Plan: New kitchen ($35k: quartz counters, stainless appliances), master bath update ($25k: tile shower, double vanity), total budget $60k. Local comps sold +12% after similar renos. Calculate expected ROI using 8% annual appreciation. List risks (e.g., market downturn). Recommend: Do it, scale back, or skip? Provide step-by-step math and 3-year value projection.
Prompt: Evaluate Car Purchase Options
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You are an auto finance expert. Compare these cars for my 45-minute commute (12k miles/year): Option 1: 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE ($32k, 50mpg, 0% APR 60mo, insurance $1,200/yr). Option 2: 2023 Honda Accord EX ($34k, 32mpg, 2.9% APR 60mo, insurance $1,400/yr). Gas $3.50/gal. Resale: Camry 65% after 5yrs, Accord 60%. Total 5-year ownership cost including maintenance ($500/yr each). Table format: Pros/cons, costs, recommendation for reliability + savings.
Prompt: Assess Investment Portfolio Balance
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As a CFP with CFA credentials, review my portfolio for a 58-year-old nearing retirement (risk tolerance moderate, $800k total): 40% VTI (S&P total market ETF, +12% YTD), 25% BND (bond ETF, +2% YTD), 15% VXUS (intl stocks, +8% YTD), 10% VNQ (REITs, +5% YTD), 10% cash. Goal: 60/40 stocks/bonds. Inflation 3%. Rebalance to target? Risks if recession hits. Suggest 3 trades with tickers/amounts for diversification.
Prompt: Choose Best Health Insurance Plan
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You are a benefits advisor. Compare 2026 plans for my family of 4 (me 55, spouse 53, kids 22/19): Plan A Blue Cross PPO ($650/mo prem, $2k deduct, 80/20 coinsure, $40 copays, out-of-pocket max $6k). Plan B United HDHP ($450/mo prem, $4k deduct, 100% after, HSA eligible, $25 copays, max $7k). Expected annual claims: $8k doctor visits + $3k prescriptions. Tax bracket 22%. Calculate net costs. Recommend based on cash flow + savings.
Prompt: Prioritize Retirement Spending Cuts
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Act as a financial planner for retirees. My budget: $5,500/mo income (SS $2,800 + pension $2,700), expenses: Housing $1,800, food $700, utilities $400, travel $500, dining $400, gifts $300, misc $400. Goal: Save $1k/mo for emergencies. Rank top 5 cuts by impact/ease (scale 1-10). Create 30-day trial plan reducing to $4,500 spend. Track potential savings.
Prompt: Analyze Vendor Contract for Small Business
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You are a contract lawyer specializing in SMB deals. Review this supplier agreement from VendorX for my bakery: 12-mo term, 500 lbs flour/mo at $0.45/lb (escalates 5%/yr), late pay 1.5%/mo fee, no refunds on defects >5%, termination 60 days notice, liability cap $10k. My usage: 400-600 lbs/mo. Negotiate red flags? 3 changes with wording. Overall risk score 1-10.
Prompt: Decide on College Major Career Fit
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As a career counselor with data from BLS/O*NET, advise 18yo Alex: Interests: Coding, environment. Options: Computer Science (median $100k, 23% growth to 2032, skills Python/SQL), Environmental Science ($76k, 6% growth, skills GIS/data analysis). Alex GPA 3.7, no debt goal. Pros/cons table. 10yr earning projection. Recommend major + first job path.
Prompt: Evaluate Travel Destination Safety & Cost
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You are a travel risk analyst. Compare Italy vs Portugal for my July 2026 family trip (4 people, 10 days, $6k budget): Flights DAL-ROM $900pp vs DAL-LIS $850pp. Hotels Rome $250/night vs Lisbon $200/night. Safety: Italy Level 2 (OSAC), Portugal Level 1. Attractions: Colosseum free days vs Sintra $15pp. Currency EUR 1.08 USD. Total costs + risks table. Recommend winner for culture/safety/value.
Prompt: Assess Medical Treatment Options
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As an informed patient advocate citing Mayo Clinic/WebMD, compare knee replacement vs PRP injections for my osteoarthritis (age 64, pain 7/10 daily, BMI 28): Surgery $40k (80% success, 6wk recovery, 15yr durability). PRP 3 sessions $8k (60% success, 1-2wk recovery, repeat yearly). Insurance covers 80% surgery, 0% PRP. Long-term costs + risks. Decision matrix: Success, cost, recovery. Recommend based on active lifestyle.
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