If you you’re re-prompting AI repeatedly… this is for you.
Most people write prompts like Google searches:
“Write me a LinkedIn post about my coaching offer.”
Unless you’re working inside a well-built custom GPT or Project, the model still has to fill in the blanks:
- Who exactly it’s for
- What outcome matters most
- What angle you want
- What tone you prefer
- How long it should be
That’s where the friction comes from.
Instead, use the COF method:
Context – what’s happening
Outcome – what it needs to achieve
Format – how you want it delivered
Example:
Context: I’m launching a new membership next month for consultants who want to hit £10k/month.
Outcome: Generate inbound DMs from serious operators, not beginners.
Format: Short LinkedIn post, punchy hook, 8–10 short paragraphs, direct tone, UK English, clear, compelling CTA.
Now it doesn’t have to fill in gaps.
Memory helps.
Structure compounds.
See if that improves your outputs.