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Creating a 'Must Know' Executive Summary

Cut down a master-file for use with multiple audiences.

Updated over a week ago

Aether can create derivative works from your 'master-file', crafting a shorter story from the existing information to target a defined audience.

  1. Upload your master-file into Aether as a source document.

  2. Navigate to 'Create Output' on the left-hand tool bar.

  3. Add your prompt in the description field - use the template below to get started.

  4. Open the Advanced Options to direct Aether to reference your master-file for the output.

  5. Submit

  6. Refine the overall pack or individual slides to hone your narrative.

Screenshot of generating output

Prompt template for your piece

Copy and paste the prompt below into your output description, and customise the text in [CAPITALS] for your own 'Must Know' output:

Objective: A large report about [TOPIC] has been created which it too long and detailed for the intended readers. Create a summary report for the [TARGET AUDIENCE].

Report Title: [TITLE]

Target Audience: [e.g., SALES, LEADERSHIP TEAM]

Core Purpose: Provide a high-level, narrative-led overview to inspire and set the tone for [DELIVERABLE PURPOSE]. Focus on key information, minimising granular detail and focusing on actionable insights.

Report Structure:

I. Introduction and Framing [INSERT NUMBER OF SLIDES]

  • Pack Intent: Purpose of the report.

  • Contents: Report outline.

  • Key Frameworks: Briefly introduce methodology/sources used.

II. [SUB TOPIC ONE]

  • [ADD BULLET POINTS FOR 'MUST-KNOW' SUB-HEADERS]

    • [e.g., 'Recent News', 'Why we're starting this initiative'...]

III. [SUB TOPIC TWO]

  • [ADD BULLET POINTS FOR 'MUST-KNOW' SUB-HEADERS]

    • [e.g., 'Consumer Trends', 'Performance Summary'...]

IV. Key Takeaways [INSERT NUMBER OF SLIDES]

  • Summary of Next Steps

  • Recommendations

General Guidelines:

  • Narrative Focus: Tell a story, don't just present data.

  • Actionable Insights: Explain "why" and "what it means."

  • Conciseness: Be brief; remove anything non-essential to the strategic narrative.

  • Visuals: Use impactful tables and charts.

  • Adaptability: Adjust sections as needed, maintaining the core objective

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