Practical Tips for Improving Your AI Prompting Skills

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:24:00 +0200

In this article, Jim VandeHei from Axios provides practical guidance for getting the most out of AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude. He emphasizes that the difference between average and high-value AI users is not technical skill but how effectively they craft prompts. VandeHei outlines five key strategies: provide clear context, question the AI to clarify intent, use specific examples, iterate on drafts to improve quality, and develop reusable personal prompts to maintain consistency. He also notes that investing in paid AI models can yield better results, as they are continuously updated. Using voice input can accelerate the process by providing richer context. These strategies aim to elevate users to the top 10% of AI users by enhancing output precision and efficiency, turning occasional successes into consistent performance improvements.