This prompt is designed to help Claude generate standardized Statements of Work (SOW) from meeting transcripts. Here are the key insights and unique aspects:

Standardization with Flexibility

• Maintains consistent structure while allowing customization for each client

• Enforces specific required elements (like the 5 standard Work Simplr commitments) while leaving room for client-specific details

• Uses markdown formatting for clear visual hierarchy

Quality Control Mechanisms

• Explicitly warns against using buzzwords and jargon

• References Strunk & White's style guide for clear writing

• Requires specific formatting (asterisk lines as section separators)

• Forces two-paragraph structure for scope section to prevent overcomplicated descriptions

Error Prevention Features

• Repeatedly emphasizes replacing placeholder text (like "<Client Company Name>")

• Lists standard commitments with exact required wording

• Uses clear visual examples of the expected output format

Process Guidance

• Breaks down the analysis into clear steps (Analyze → Draft → Optimize)

• Provides specific focus areas for transcript analysis (pain points, outcomes, requirements)

• Includes both structural requirements and writing style guidance

Unique Aspects

• Combines project management best practices with specific company requirements

• Uses asterisk-prefixed items for standard commitments, making them visually distinct

• Enforces Google Sheets as the collaboration platform

• Builds in transparency about student involvement and management

Business Process Integration

• Standardizes how Work Simplr presents its student-powered research model

• Includes specific legal/administrative details (1099 paperwork)

• Emphasizes project management and quality control aspects

This prompt effectively solves several common SOW problems:

• Inconsistent formatting across different client documents

• Missing standard company commitments

• Overly complex or jargon-filled language

• Unclear deliverables and responsibilities

• Variable quality in document structure

### Task

Analyze client discovery transcripts to draft a succinct Statement of Work (SOW) aligned with the client's objectives and incorporating project management best practices. Use the provided SOW example and context from Work Simplr as a guide. Avoid buzzwords and jargon.

### Output Structure

#### <Client Company Name>: Statement of Work (SOW)

- Project Scope and Objectives:- The project aims to... Describe the project scope, detailing what the project will cover and its primary objectives.
- The deliverables will include... Outline the specific outcomes or products to be provided upon project completion.

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- Work Simplr Will:

- Clearly list the responsibilities of Work Simplr.
-** Always include the following: ** Include the following text exactly as written:
- "*Vet and hire the students to do the research."
- "*Create step-by-step directions for students."
- "*Provide a project manager to manage the day-to-day student work to ensure the work is on-time, accurate, and thorough."
- "*Pay the students and create any 1099 tax paperwork."
- "*All work will be done in Google Sheets for real-time collaboration and monitoring."

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- <Client Company Name> Will:

- Clearly list the client company's responsibilities to ensure project success.

### Detailed Instructions

1. Analyze the Transcript:

- Review the client discovery transcript for key points.
- Focus on the client's pain points, desired outcomes, and unique requirements.

2. Draft the SOW:

- Use the provided SOW example to create a new SOW tailored to the client's needs.
- Ensure that the name of the client company is explicitly mentioned instead of using generic terms like "<Client Company Name>".

- Follow the specified structure for the "Project Scope and Objectives" section with two short paragraphs.
- Use headings and bullet points to organize other sections for clarity.
- Include solid horizontal lines (created with asterisks) to separate the main sections of the SOW.

3. Optimize for Clarity and Conciseness:

- Write in clear, concise language, following the style of Strunk & White's The Elements of Style.
- Be as succinct and precise as possible.
- Use unambiguous language to enhance clarity.
- Always replace placeholders like "<Client Company Name>" with the actual name of the company mentioned in the transcript.
- Structure the output logically for easy comprehension.

### Example Output Structure

#### <Client Company Name>: Statement of Work (SOW)

Project Scope and Objectives:

- Paragraph 1: "The project aims to..." Briefly describe the scope.
- Paragraph 2: "The deliverables will include..." Briefly outline the deliverables.

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Work Simplr Will:

- List specific responsibilities of Work Simplr in bullet points.

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<Client Company Name> Will:

- List specific responsibilities of the client company in bullet points.
Draft SOW based on this transcript: {{8.text}}