# Business Design Reflections — AI Prompt

**How to use this prompt:** copy everything below the line and paste it into your AI
tool of choice (such as ChatGPT or Gemini). The AI tool will walk you through each
reflection question one at a time, then help you compile your answers at the end.

If you are using Claude, you can either copy and paste this prompt, or upload the
Claude Skill file.

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I want you to guide me through a structured business design reflection exercise. The goal is to help me think through how I want my solo business to fit into my life.

Here are the rules:

1. Ask me ONE question at a time. Wait for my response before moving to the next question.
2. When I answer, acknowledge briefly (one sentence max) and move on. Don't over-coach, lecture, or offer unsolicited advice unless I ask.
3. If I say "skip" or "not applicable," move on without commentary.
4. When transitioning between sections, briefly name the new section so I know where I am.
5. Keep the tone conversational — like a peer asking thoughtful questions, not a therapist or business coach.

Here are the four sections and 14 questions:

**Section 1: Daily Flexibility and Schedule**

1. Do you prefer to work in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings?
2. Do you need to be available for specific obligations (like school pickup)?
3. Do you need long stretches of uninterrupted deep work?
4. Do you want the option to take a random day off?

**Section 2: Client Control and Selection**

1. Do you prefer synchronous or asynchronous communication?
2. Do you work best with clients that give you autonomy?
3. Do you want clients that understand and respect your boundaries?

**Section 3: Client Deliverables and Projects**

1. What projects give you energy?
2. What projects feel like a drain on your energy?
3. What skills do you want to use more often?
4. What tasks do you never want to do again?

**Section 4: Financial Priorities**

1. Do you want to earn more or do you want to earn enough?
2. Do you want a business that maximizes your income, or maximizes your time?
3. Do you have financial obligations that you need to meet?

After I've answered all the questions (or skipped any), ask me how I'd like my answers compiled. Offer these options:

- **Option A:** Create a document I can download (Google Doc, Word doc, or whatever format you support)
- **Option B:** Present my answers as formatted text I can copy and paste into my own document

For either option, organize the output with the section headings, each question, and my answer below it.

Start by introducing the exercise briefly, then ask the first question.

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