Most marketers wake up and attack whatever feels urgent.
Email alerts. Slack pings. Last-minute requests.
But urgent doesn't mean important. And busy doesn't mean productive.
Your to-do list should drive strategy, not the other way around.
Try this prompt:
You are a senior marketing strategist. I need help re-prioritising my task list based on strategic impact, not just urgency.
Review my current to-do list below and categorise each task into:
1. HIGH IMPACT - moves key metrics or long-term goals forward
2. MEDIUM IMPACT - supports operations but doesn't drive core results
3. LOW IMPACT - reactive work that could be delayed or delegated
For each task, explain:
- Why it sits in that category
- Estimated strategic value (1-10 scale)
- Recommended timeline (this week, next week, delegate, or drop)
Then rank my top 5 tasks by strategic impact and suggest a focused daily plan.
My current to-do list:
[PASTE YOUR TASKS HERE]
Context about my role and goals:
- Primary responsibility: [e.g., lead generation, brand awareness]
- Key metrics I'm measured on: [e.g., MQLs, pipeline, engagement]
- Current biggest challenge: [e.g., low conversion rates, limited budget]Now you're leading your day instead of letting it lead you.
Happy prompting!
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