You’ve heard the buzz. Maybe even tried ChatGPT or Copilot once or twice. But now it’s time to get serious. At SofTouch Systems, we help small business owners actually use AI to save time, spark creativity, and make smarter decisions. These 10 AI prompts small business owners must use now are designed to give you an edge this quarter—whether you’re a roofer, retailer, nonprofit, or local cafe.
Each prompt below includes what to say, why it matters, and how to use the results. Let’s go.
1. “Summarize the biggest changes in my industry over the past 12 months.”
Why this matters:
You’re busy running a business, not reading trade journals. This prompt gives you a quick executive summary of what’s changed, and what to watch out for.
Use it to: Adjust your pricing, packages, or positioning before your competitors do.
2. “What are my local competitors doing differently in their marketing?”
Why this matters:
You can learn a lot from what’s already working, especially in your own ZIP code.
Use it to: Get ideas for social posts, seasonal promos, or SEO keywords your competition is winning with.
3. “Write a 60-second sales pitch tailored to [my business type] customers.”
Why this matters:
Great pitches open doors. Use AI to write one that’s short, powerful, and designed for your exact audience.
Use it to: Post on LinkedIn, record a voicemail greeting, or prep your team for networking events.
4. “Create a list of blog post topics that would attract new [your customer type] this season.”
Why this matters:
Content builds trust. AI can brainstorm titles that rank well and address your customer’s seasonal concerns.
Use it to: Build your blog calendar, newsletter themes, or YouTube scripts.
5. “Draft 5 email subject lines that will increase my open rates for [promotion or update].”
Why this matters:
Even the best email is useless if it doesn’t get opened. AI tests proven patterns (urgency, curiosity, clarity) and tailors them to your topic.
Use it to: Breathe life into your next Mailchimp or CRM campaign.
6. “What are 3 common mistakes businesses like mine make with pricing strategy?”
Why this matters:
You’re leaving money on the table—or scaring off buyers—if your pricing isn’t right. AI can offer insight fast.
Use it to: Rethink service tiers, delivery charges, or bundling ideas.
7. “Write a follow-up message for a lead who hasn’t replied in 7 days.”
Why this matters:
The fortune is in the follow-up. But it’s hard to sound friendly and confident. AI helps strike that balance.
Use it to: Reignite stalled deals without sounding pushy.
8. “Turn this customer testimonial into a social media post that builds trust.”
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Why this matters:
Social proof sells. AI formats it into a post with a hook, call to action, and friendly tone.
Use it to: Create your next Facebook, LinkedIn, or Google post.
9. “What’s one task I do weekly that could be automated?”
Why this matters:
You might be spending hours on work AI can do in seconds. Let it point out one quick win.
Use it to: Start your automation journey with Zapier, Google Sheets, or Trello.
10. “Forecast one trend that could impact [your industry] over the next year, and how I should prepare.”
Why this matters:
This prompt keeps you ahead of the curve. AI scans reports, patterns, and news to help you future-proof your plan.
Use it to: Lead your market instead of reacting to it.
Ready to Go From Prompts to Profits?
These AI prompts small business owners must use now aren’t just tricks, they’re tools. The kind that smart business owners use to delegate smarter, plan faster, and outthink the competition.
At SofTouch Systems, we don’t just protect your business—we help you run it better. Let us show you how to plug AI into your workflow the right way.
Schedule a free AI strategy session and we’ll help you customize these prompts for your team, your systems, and your goals.
