Tips for Overcoming AI Prompt Challenges in List Building

Justin J. · 2025-03-06 22:00:17.536063+00

I need to build a list with an ai enrichment prompt. The issue I'm having is when I start from a blank template and ask the prompt to deliver example companies that fit the prompt criteria, it just spins or errors out. I've tried the 'help me' ai prompt generator, but it doesn't seem to work. Any tips?

Tips for Overcoming AI Prompt Challenges in List Building | Clay

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To get better results with AI enrichment prompts, follow these best practices: 1. When using the "Help me" feature: • Click "Help me" in the Configuration section of the Use AI panel • Provide a clear task description of your desired outcome • Click "Generate Prompt" to get a customized prompt 2. Structure your prompt effectively by: • Starting with a system prompt that provides context and outlines your goal • Including clear, step-by-step instructions • Specifying exactly how you want the output formatted 3. For better results, make sure to: • Be explicit about the data points you want to extract • Include details about format, style, and any specific requirements • Break down complex tasks into smaller, clearer steps If you're still experiencing issues, try using one of the pre-configured templates from the "Browse Templates" button as a starting point, then modify it to suit your needs.
Sources: Use AI integration overview | Documentation | Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Clay 101] - Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Limitless Research] - Clay University
David G.
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Here's a good kickstarter video i made that I think could help you out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM9i5sC102Q
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Here's how to get better results with AI enrichment prompts: 1. Start with our pre-configured templates: • Click the "Browse Templates" button at the top of the Use AI integration window • Use these templates as a foundation and modify them for your needs 2. If creating a custom prompt, follow these key principles: • Begin with a system prompt that provides context and goal • Include clear, step-by-step instructions • Be explicit about the data points you want to extract • Specify exactly how you want the output formatted 3. Use the AI Metaprompter for assistance: • Click "Help me" in the Configuration section • Enter your desired outcome in the Task description field • The system will generate a tailored prompt • Verify that your dynamic prompt inputs are correctly linked to the appropriate columns
Sources: AI metaprompter guide | Documentation | Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Clay 101] - Clay University
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To get better results with AI enrichment prompts, follow these best practices: 1. When using the "Help me" feature: • Click "Help me" in the Configuration section of the Use AI panel • Provide a clear task description of your desired outcome • Click "Generate Prompt" to get a customized prompt 2. Structure your prompt effectively by: • Starting with a system prompt that provides context and outlines your goal • Including clear, step-by-step instructions • Specifying exactly how you want the output formatted 3. For better results, make sure to: • Be explicit about the data points you want to extract • Include details about format, style, and any specific requirements • Break down complex tasks into smaller, clearer steps If you're still experiencing issues, try using one of the pre-configured templates from the "Browse Templates" button as a starting point, then modify it to suit your needs.
Sources: Use AI integration overview | Documentation | Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Clay 101] - Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Limitless Research] - Clay University
David G.
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Here's a good kickstarter video i made that I think could help you out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM9i5sC102Q
Channeled
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Here's how to get better results with AI enrichment prompts: 1. Start with our pre-configured templates: • Click the "Browse Templates" button at the top of the Use AI integration window • Use these templates as a foundation and modify them for your needs 2. If creating a custom prompt, follow these key principles: • Begin with a system prompt that provides context and goal • Include clear, step-by-step instructions • Be explicit about the data points you want to extract • Specify exactly how you want the output formatted 3. Use the AI Metaprompter for assistance: • Click "Help me" in the Configuration section • Enter your desired outcome in the Task description field • The system will generate a tailored prompt • Verify that your dynamic prompt inputs are correctly linked to the appropriate columns
Sources: AI metaprompter guide | Documentation | Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Clay 101] - Clay University
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