Help! My Helpers aren't helping.

If you’ve ever felt like our Helpers respond a little differently than expected, you’re not alone. Let’s unpack why—and how you can guide them to deliver exactly what you need.

Helpers are powered by advanced language models trained on huge amounts of text. This training lets them understand context, predict what’s useful next, and generate text that feels natural. In simple terms: you give them direction, and they turn that into output—whether it’s a post, product, email, or strategy tip.

Think of your prompt as a recipe:

Example:

This gives the Helper the right framework to request missing details and deliver something tailored to your vision.

Complicated or “command-style” prompts like “your task is to…” don’t make Helpers any smarter. In fact, research shows that harsh or rigid instructions can actually hurt results. A more polite, encouraging style works far better:

The friendlier the prompt, the more accurate and creative the results. (Yes, being nice to your AI really does make a difference ⭐️).

When you’re tackling something complex—say, a multi-page digital guide or a video script—don’t drop it all in one go. Break it into smaller asks.

A great trick is adding:

This helps the Helper reason through tasks in order, improving clarity and flow.

Helpers don’t “remember” past conversations the way people do. Casual phrases like “I’m back” can confuse them. Instead, lead with specific instructions each time, and keep your goal front and center.