Using ChatGPT Effectively
What I’m going to do now is show you a little prompt I’ve written. The thing with ChatGPT is that the better you get at prompting it, the better results you’ll get in return. For example, if you need it to write 10 Instagram captions or draft an email to the education department suggesting a speaking engagement, it can do that for you.
The Key to Better Results: Providing Details
However, you need to give it as much detailed information as possible to ensure it produces the best results. If anyone has questions, feel free to put them in the chat. Here’s a prompt I prepared earlier, and Rachel will drop the link to open ChatGPT in the chat for you. By the way, this is a free tool—you don’t need to pay to use it.
Prompting ChatGPT for a Video Script
In this example, I asked ChatGPT to write a one-minute video script for me, Kelly Slessor, explaining who I am and why I do what I do. I wanted it to be fun and engaging because I like to think I can be fun and engaging sometimes! I also requested it to use the ACT structure, which is a storytelling framework.
Understanding the ACT Structure
First, you set the stage and introduce the character of the story. Next, present a problem faced by the character, building up tension. Finally, resolve the problem with your product or service. I made sure to tell it not to use a narrator since I’ll be the one delivering the video myself.
Seeing ChatGPT in Action
So, I hit enter, and it’s already writing the script. It has me walking down a busy city street—I’m in Sydney, walking down Pitt Street. The script starts with, “Hi there, my name’s Kelly Slessor, and I’m a bit of a tech geek.” It’s really capturing my personality. Then, it moves on to describe how I’ve always been fascinated by technology and how it’s changed the way we live and work.
Crafting a Personalized Story
As I got older and started working in retail, I noticed businesses were struggling to keep up with the rapid pace of technology, and they were missing out on opportunities to grow and connect with customers. This led to the founding of my company. The script is spot-on but mentions some personal details that I’ll skip for now.
Helping Businesses Thrive Digitally
Today, I’m focused on helping businesses like yours succeed in the digital world. The problem many businesses face is keeping up with the fast-changing digital landscape. If you’re struggling to write a video script, ChatGPT can create one for you in just a minute, like it did for me. It’s that fast! Use it as a practice tool to get comfortable with content creation.
Turning the Script into Digital Content
Now that the script is ready, I’ll show you how to turn it into digital content. Let me share my screen. Give me a second… can everyone see my phone screen? Awesome.
Creating Instagram Reels
I’m opening Instagram now, and I’ll click the plus button at the bottom. Here’s a reel I recorded earlier. I’m going to add a filter—not just for vanity, but because sometimes I don’t have time to do my makeup. Adding a filter helps me avoid procrastination.
Recording and Captioning Your Reel
Next, I’ll press and hold the button to start recording: “Hi, my name’s Kelly Slessor. I’m an ecommerce coach, and I specialize in digital.” That’s enough! I’ll hit “Next” to stop recording.
After that, I’ll click the smiley face at the top to add captions. Instagram transcribes the video for me, so I don’t have to do it manually. Once I’m happy with the captions, I’ll download the video to my phone.
Editing Longer Videos with Descript
If you’re working with longer videos, like narrating part of your book, Instagram reels won’t work since they’re limited to 90 seconds. For longer videos, I use a tool called Descript. Descript transcribes your videos and lets you edit them. It’s free with a watermark, or you can pay for a version without it, which is affordable at around $20–30 a month.
How to Use Descript for Video Editing
To use Descript, I create a new project and upload a video. The tool transcribes the audio, turning my spoken words into text. I can edit the text if needed. For example, it often spells my name wrong, so I can correct that. Descript then lets me add captions to the video in just a few clicks. It’s a great tool for creating professional-looking video content.
Enhancing ChatGPT’s Understanding of Your Style
One final trick I use is copying the transcription back into ChatGPT to teach it more about me. The more it learns about my style, the better it can mimic my voice. Each time I use it, ChatGPT becomes more aligned with my tone, saving me time on revisions.
Sharing Stories and Taking Questions
Now, let’s open the floor for questions. We’ve got about 10 minutes left. Who feels comfortable sharing their story digitally? If you do, tag me in your story, and I’ll share it. Kylie, are you ready to share yours? Rachel, can you drop the link to Kylie’s story in the chat?
Showcasing a Great Example: Kylie’s Story
Let me share Kylie’s video with you. She’s done a fantastic job of telling her story. Watch it here: “Hi, everyone. My name’s Kylie Captain. I’m an author, educator, and founding director of Dream Big Education, Wellbeing, and Consulting…” Kylie’s story is inspiring, and I encourage everyone to share their story, too.
