Weighted Decision Matrix Prompt
Score options against weighted criteria to make a confident, transparent choice.
Help me decide between these options: Options: [Option A], [Option B], [Option C] Decision: [brief description] Criteria ranked by importance: 1. [Criterion 1] (weight) 2. [Criterion 2] (weight) 3. [Criterion 3] (weight) Context: [constraints/preferences] Build a weighted decision matrix scoring each option 1-10 per criterion. Show the math, declare the winner, and list the top 2 reasons to choose it plus the top 1 risk to watch for.
How to use this prompt
Share enough context about your team, constraints, and goals. Treat the output as a draft plan to refine with stakeholders.
- Copy the full prompt above.
- Replace the bracketed placeholders with your own details.
- Paste it into chatgpt, claude, gemini (or your preferred AI tool).
- Iterate on the output: add constraints, ask follow-ups, or combine multiple results.
Why this prompt works
It gives the AI a clear role, specific inputs, and an output format. That structure reduces vague responses and gives you a draft you can refine in minutes instead of hours.
Frequently asked questions
What if my gut disagrees with the matrix winner?
That tension is data. Re-examine whether your criteria weights accurately reflect priorities.
Can I use this for team decisions?
Yes. Share the criteria and weights with stakeholders before scoring to reduce bias.