Break complex tasks into safer AI workflows
Separate research, drafting, review and delivery so errors do not propagate.
1. Map inputs and outputs
Define what each stage consumes and produces. Make quality checks explicit before proceeding to the next stage.
2. Keep humans in control
Review assumptions and facts between stages, especially before public or business use.
3. Build reusable checkpoints
Preserve approved decisions and version changes so downstream work does not silently alter earlier requirements.
Vague request
Do all my project work from start to finish.
Improved prompt
Step 1: summarize the supplied brief and list missing inputs. Step 2: propose an outline for approval. Step 3: create the draft. Step 4: self-check against the original constraints. Pause between stages for review.
Key takeaway
Use checkpoints when errors in one step would affect later steps.