ChatGPT 101 - Supercharge Your Work & Life with ChatGPT
ChatGPT 101 - Supercharge Your Work & Life with ChatGPT
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Master the art of drafting effective prompts for high-quality responses.
Learn to use expert personas and context primers to personalize outputs.
Enhance professional communication with ChatGPT for emails, messages, and resumes.
Explore how ChatGPT can be applied for content creation, job hunting, and self-improvement.
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January 2026
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There are 6 modules in this course
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will explore the practical applications of ChatGPT in both your personal and professional life. You'll understand how to leverage ChatGPT's capabilities to enhance productivity, creativity, and decision-making. Through engaging lessons and exercises, youβll learn how to effectively interact with ChatGPT, draft powerful prompts, and apply advanced techniques to get the most out of this AI tool. The course begins with an introduction to ChatGPT, its strengths and limitations, and how to use it responsibly. You will learn how to phrase questions effectively, verify information, and overcome common challenges. As you progress, youβll explore the nuances of advanced prompt engineering, including follow-up prompts, expert personas, and audience tailoring. You'll also discover ways to integrate ChatGPT into different work scenarios, such as job applications, professional communication, and content creation. Whether you're a professional looking to enhance your workflow or a learner eager to boost your productivity, this course is designed to equip you with valuable skills. No prior knowledge of AI or ChatGPT is required. The course is suitable for anyone looking to improve their efficiency and creativity through AI-powered tools. By the end of the course, you will be able to create effective prompts, apply advanced techniques for tailored responses, integrate ChatGPT into your professional and personal life, and use AI to supercharge your work and creative projects.
In this module, we will lay the foundation for your journey with ChatGPT. Youβll get an introduction to the course and the instructor, Sean Melis, followed by an overview of what ChatGPT is and how it works. We will also explore tips for success, its strengths and weaknesses, and the importance of using ChatGPT responsibly.
What's included
7 videos1 reading
7 videosβ’Total 41 minutes
- Course and Instructor Introduction (Personal and Professional Background)β’6 minutes
- Introduction to ChatGPT and LLMsβ’7 minutes
- Tips for Success - Getting the Most Out of ChatGPTβ’4 minutes
- ChatGPT Strengths and Weaknessesβ’8 minutes
- ChatGPT Restrictionsβ’6 minutes
- Verifying Information (Must Watch)β’6 minutes
- Creating a Notion Swipe File (Supercharge Your ChatGPT Use)β’5 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 10 minutes
- Full Course Resourcesβ’10 minutes
In this module, we will dive into the art and science of prompt engineering. You will learn how to craft perfect prompts, employ follow-up questions, and adjust tone and style to achieve the desired results. Weβll also explore advanced techniques to enhance ChatGPT's outputs and personalize your interactions.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
8 videosβ’Total 39 minutes
- Drafting the Perfect Promptβ’11 minutes
- The Art of Follow-Up Promptsβ’7 minutes
- Leveraging Tone, Style, and Voiceβ’4 minutes
- How to Use Expert Personasβ’5 minutes
- Prompt Formats and Output Optionsβ’3 minutes
- Using Verbs to Enhance Input Promptsβ’3 minutes
- Tailoring Your Messaging to Audience Archetypesβ’3 minutes
- Utilizing Context Primers to Personalize Outputsβ’3 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Prompt Engineering and Advanced Techniques - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will cover essential skills for advancing your career and professional life. Learn how to leverage ChatGPT for creating impressive job application materials, improving your professional communication, and even tackling technical tasks like documentation and basic coding.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videosβ’Total 50 minutes
- Landing a New Job (Resumes, Cover Letters, LinkedIn, Interview Skills)β’8 minutes
- Professional Communication (Email, Messages, Presentations)β’6 minutes
- Education (Researching, Ideation, Data Analysis)β’6 minutes
- Content Creation (Social Media Posts, eBooks, Blogs and SEO, Video Scripts)β’6 minutes
- Technical Tasks (Documentation, Excel Formulas, Basic Coding)β’9 minutes
- Legal Writing (Legal Advice, Legal Correspondence, Contracts)β’6 minutes
- AI Art and Graphics Generation (Using ChatGPT w/ MidJourney)β’8 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Work Hacks and Professional Development - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on improving your life beyond work. Learn how to supercharge your personal growth with practical strategies for mental health, wellness, and financial literacy. Additionally, weβll explore how to use ChatGPT to create content, generate ideas, and even assist in dating and relationships.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videosβ’Total 55 minutes
- Personal Growth (Productivity, Self-Improvement, Mental Models)β’8 minutes
- Mental Health (Self-Care, Stress Management, Personal Therapy)β’7 minutes
- Health and Wellness (Exercise, Nutrition, Fitness)β’6 minutes
- Finances (Making Money Online, Financial Literacy, Useful Calculators)β’7 minutes
- Community and Social Involvement (Finding Causes, Volunteering, Fundraising)β’7 minutes
- Relationships and Love Life (Dating, Relationship Success, Personalized Advice)β’13 minutes
- Entertainment (Song, Poems, TV/Film Scripts, Novels, Jokes)β’7 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Life Hacks and Personal Improvement - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will wrap up the course with a final review and some encouraging words. You will receive valuable tips for staying productive with ChatGPT and learn how to continue honing your skills. This conclusion aims to motivate you to apply what youβve learned and keep experimenting with ChatGPT.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
1 videoβ’Total 3 minutes
- Conclusion, Thank You, and Final Tipsβ’3 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Conclusion - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will provide you with exclusive bonus content to enhance your ChatGPT experience. This includes a valuable swipe file of 250 prompts for social media content creators and a deep dive into a powerful technique called "Promptception," which can take your use of ChatGPT to the next level.
What's included
2 videos3 assignments
2 videosβ’Total 5 minutes
- Free Product: 250 Prompts for Social Media Content Creators (Swipe File)β’2 minutes
- Bonus Lecture: The ONE ChatGPT Prompt to Rule Them All (Promptception)β’3 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Bonus Resources and Content - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
- Full Course Assessmentβ’60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessmentβ’15 minutes
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ChatGPT 101 is a course designed to help individuals understand and harness the power of ChatGPT, an AI language model. It provides practical skills and knowledge to use ChatGPT effectively in both personal and professional settings. As AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly prevalent in various industries, knowing how to leverage them for productivity, creativity, and efficiency is highly relevant. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of ChatGPT and advanced techniques to supercharge your workflow and life.
This course covers a comprehensive range of topics related to using ChatGPT, including the basics of large language models, prompt engineering, and how to apply AI in professional settings like job searching, communication, content creation, and technical tasks. It also explores how to use ChatGPT for personal growth, mental health, and even creating AI-generated art. You will learn how to optimize ChatGPT for various applications, from boosting productivity to fostering creativity.
After completing ChatGPT 101, you'll be equipped to use ChatGPT for a variety of tasks, including drafting high-quality prompts, conducting research, improving your professional communication, creating compelling content, and applying AI to personal development. You will also understand the limitations of ChatGPT and know how to avoid common mistakes, ensuring you use the tool effectively and responsibly.
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