Author: April Ogden, Founder and CEO, It’s Your Outcome

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10 Chat GPT Prompts to Help You Say What You’ve Actually Done—and Say It Well

If you’ve ever stared at a blank résumé wondering,
“How do I explain what I’ve actually done all these years?”

 

—this is for you.

Because experience isn’t the problem.

Finding the right words is.

Here’s the thing they don’t tell you:

It’s not that you don’t have the experience.

It’s that the way we talk about experience today has changed.

You’ve been in the game. You’ve done the work. You’ve delivered results.

But when it comes time to write about it—or speak about it—it’s suddenly hard to capture what really matters.

How do you fit years of impact into a few bullet points or a 10-minute interview?

This is where most mid-career pros get stuck.

Not because you’re outdated. But because you’ve never had to market yourself like this before.

That’s where I bring in AI—not to do it for you, but to help you unlock the language that reflects your real value.

A lot of people share résumé prompts.

That’s cute.

But these 10 prompts? They go deeper.

They’ll help you:

– Reframe your story

– Speak with clarity

– And show up like the professional you already are

💬 Sometimes it’s not your experience that needs a refresh. It’s your language.

These are the same kinds of prompts I use with clients every day.

One of them hadn’t updated their résumé in over 3 years.

We used Prompt #4, and not only did they rewrite their LinkedIn About section—they got a recruiter message that same week.

Sometimes, all it takes is asking the right question.

 

✨ 10 Career Prompts for 40+ Professionals

1. Résumé Summary Like a TED Talk

 

Why it works: Your résumé isn’t a document—it’s a message. This prompt turns your summary into something bold, inspiring, and attention-grabbing.

 

Sample Prompt:

 

“Rewrite my résumé summary like I’m being introduced at a TED Talk. Make it inspiring, mission-led, and speak to the deeper impact of my work in [industry or role].”

 

2. The Job I’d Thrive In But Never Consider

 

Why it works: You’re more qualified than you think. This prompt uncovers hidden roles that align with your strengths—even if they aren’t on your radar yet.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Here are my last 3 roles: [insert roles]. Here are my top 5 skills: [insert skills]. What jobs would I be amazing at, but probably never consider unless someone told me?”

 

3. A LinkedIn Story That Gets Me Hired (Silently)

 

Why it works: You don’t need to say “I’m job searching” to get hired. You need a powerful story that connects.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Write me a 3-part LinkedIn post that shares a career-defining moment, what I learned, and how it shaped who I am professionally—without saying I’m job searching.”

 

4. The Invisible Thread in My Career

 

Why it works: You’re not scattered—you’re layered. This helps uncover the deeper mission that’s been behind everything you’ve done.

 

Sample Prompt:

 

“Based on my work history in [insert industries or roles], identify the deeper purpose or thread tying everything together. Then write a 1-line career identity statement for my LinkedIn About section.”

 

5. Brutal LinkedIn Profile Review (From a Fortune 100 Recruiter)

 

Why it works: You need feedback that’s real—not sugar-coated. This gives it to you straight.

 

Sample Prompt:

 

“Pretend you’re a Fortune 100 recruiter. Review my LinkedIn About section in 6 seconds. What makes you scroll past, what makes you pause, and what would make you message me?”

 

6. 30-Second CEO Pitch

 

Why it works: You don’t need a long pitch. You need one unforgettable sentence.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Write one powerful sentence I could say if I had 30 seconds with the CEO of my dream company, based on my work in [insert field]. Make it confident, clear, and impossible to forget.”

 

7. Turn My Career Mistake Into a Power Story

 

Why it works: Mistakes don’t disqualify you—they reveal your resilience. This helps you own your growth.

 

Sample Prompt:

 

“I once [insert mistake, gap, or layoff]. Rewrite that moment into a career growth story that makes me sound more resilient and qualified than before.”

 

8. Rewrite Like I’ve Already Been Promoted

 

Why it works: Leadership isn’t about your title—it’s about how you communicate your impact.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Here are my current job bullets: [insert bullets]. Rewrite them as if I’ve already been promoted—highlighting leadership, strategy, and results.”

 

9. Flip-My-Résumé Audit

 

Why it works: Most résumés aren’t bad—they’re just outdated. This helps modernize your message and focus on what matters.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Review this résumé like it’s a fixer-upper. What’s outdated, what’s hidden gold, and how would you modernize it for today’s job market?”

 

10. Write My Legacy Mission Statement

 

Why it works: You’re not just job searching. You’re building a legacy. This helps you connect to your bigger why.

Sample Prompt:

 

“Write a personal mission statement that reflects my values, the impact I want to leave, and what I want to be remembered for—both professionally and personally.”

 

💬 Let’s Make It Real

✔️ Which prompt are you trying first?

✔️ How will you use these prompts to shift your story and show up stronger than ever?

✨ Don’t wait until someone asks, “So what do you do?” and you freeze.

Try one of these prompts today—your next opportunity may already be watching.

🔁 Found this helpful?

 

Share it with a friend who’s reentering the job market after years in the same role.

You could be the reason they finally know how to talk about what they’ve built.

🧠 Want to dive deeper into using AI wisely in your job search?

 

Check out my guide on the 5 biggest AI mistakes people make when job hunting—and how to use it the right way to stand out:

👉🏾 5 AI Job Search Mistakes to Avoid

 

✍🏾 About the Author

 

April Ogden is an Executive Career and Leadership Consultant with over 15 years of experience helping professionals 40+ navigate career transitions, build powerful personal brands, and position themselves for leadership. She is the Founder and CEO of

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