APEX Prompt Sequence Guide
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APEX Prompt Sequence Guide

Advanced Prompt Engineering for Strategic AI Outputs

Each step compounds the value of the prior one, guiding AI from raw generation to strategic, audience‑ready deliverables. Optional steps add rigor for complex, high‑impact work.

Prompt engineered by Elisa Janson Jones | JonesCo.AI

🧭 APEX Optional Steps Decision Tree

🔽 Start Here: What type of output are you creating?

  • Internal Workstream or Draft → Go to Path A
  • Client‑Facing / Stakeholder‑Facing Deliverable → Go to Path B
  • Public / High‑Stakes Output (product release, investor deck, press, etc.) → Go to Path C

🛤️ Path A: Internal or Exploratory Use

Brainstorming, ideation, internal notes

  • Use Step 0 if unclear on objectives
  • Skip Steps 4 & 5 unless reusing externally

🛤️ Path B: Client/Stakeholder Deliverables

Shared with leadership, clients, or teams

  • Use Step 0 to align on purpose
  • Use Step 4 for decision‑influencing content
  • Optional: Step 5 for complex topics

🛤️ Path C: External or High‑Stakes Outputs

Public release or high‑visibility scenarios

  • Always use Step 0
  • Use Step 4 to test impact
  • Use Step 5 for accuracy & bias check
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