The Toolkit

The tools, prompts, and downloads that make the framework real.

These are the tools THAMPICO uses in active client work. Pricing shown is approximate — check each tool's site for current plans. Prompts are ready to copy and use immediately.

Recommended Tools

Each tool plays a specific role. They are more useful together than separately.

AI Platform
Claude Pro
Primary AI platform. Writing, analysis, coding, project memory, skills.
~$20/mo
ChatGPT Plus
Secondary platform. Strong for research and structured data tasks.
~$20/mo
Capture Layer
Granola
Automated meeting transcription. Runs in the background, exports directly to Claude.
Free tier available
System of Record
Asana
Task and project tracking. Receives AI-pushed updates after meetings.
Free / paid tiers
Automation Layer
Make.com
Connects platforms and automates data flows between tools.
Free / paid tiers
Knowledge Base
Obsidian
Offline markdown project memory. Updated by Claude after each meeting cycle.
Free

Starter Prompt Library

Copy, paste, and adapt for your next deliverable.

These prompts follow the master prompting framework from Stage 2 of the playbook — role, task, format, and constraints specified. Each is a starting point, not a final prompt.

Meeting Transcript Processor
You are a senior project manager processing a meeting transcript. Extract and organize the following from the transcript I will paste below:

1. DECISIONS — list each decision made, with who made it if stated
2. ACTION ITEMS — each item as: [Owner] will [action] by [date or "no date specified"]
3. OPEN QUESTIONS — unresolved questions that need follow-up
4. RISKS — any risks, blockers, or concerns raised

Format as clean sections with bullet points. Do not summarize the discussion — extract only the items above. Flag anything where ownership or deadline was unclear.

[Paste transcript below]

Use after: any meeting with Granola or manual notes

Project Status Updater
You are a program management consultant. Based on the project context I will provide, draft a concise status update for a senior stakeholder audience.

Format:
- Overall status: [Green / Yellow / Red] with one-sentence rationale
- Progress this period: 3-4 bullets, accomplishments only
- Issues and risks: bullets, with owner and proposed resolution if known
- Next period focus: 3 bullets maximum
- Decisions needed: list only if executive input is required

Tone: direct and factual. No padding. Under 300 words total.

[Paste project context or last status below]

Use for: weekly or monthly reporting cycles

Executive Briefing Generator
You are a senior communications consultant. Draft an executive briefing memo based on the background I provide.

Requirements:
- Audience: [describe the executive audience and what they already know]
- Purpose: inform and prompt a specific decision or action
- Length: under 400 words
- Structure: Situation / Complication / Resolution / Ask
- Tone: clear and direct — no corporate filler
- Do not use: "leverage," "synergy," "robust," or "going forward"

End with a single clear ask or recommended next step.

[Paste background material below]

Use for: board updates, leadership briefings, escalation memos

RFP Summary Prompt
You are a senior project manager evaluating a procurement document. Analyze the RFP I will provide and return:

1. SCOPE SUMMARY — what is being procured, in plain language (2-3 sentences)
2. KEY REQUIREMENTS — the 5 most important technical or delivery requirements
3. EVALUATION CRITERIA — how submissions will be scored, with weights if stated
4. CRITICAL DATES — submission deadline, Q&A period, award date
5. RISKS AND GAPS — anything ambiguous, missing, or likely to require clarification

Be specific and direct. Flag any section that appears internally inconsistent.

[Paste RFP text below]

Use for: bid/no-bid decisions and proposal planning

Downloads

Reference materials for your team.

From Curious to Capable — Playbook

The complete five-stage methodology. 15 pages, practitioner-ready. PDF.

Download PDF

Five Stages of AI Proficiency

The framework graphic, for reference or sharing with your team. PNG.

Download graphic