A Comprehensive Company Research Prompt
When preparing for job interviews, analyzing competitors, or exploring potential investments, having a structured approach to company research is crucial. He's my prompt that helps LLMs generate comprehensive company analysis. This prompt is designed to extract meaningful insights while maintaining a logical flow of information.
Why Use?
This prompt template guides LLMs to:
- Analyze a company's market position and product strategy
- Evaluate technical capabilities and infrastructure
- Assess organizational culture and operational efficiency
- Identify potential risks and opportunities
- Provide actionable insights backed by concrete evidence
The Prompt
Copy and paste the following prompt, replacing [COMPANY NAME] with your target company:
I need a comprehensive analysis of [COMPANY NAME]. Please structure your response using the following framework:
1. Company Overview
- Core products/services and their evolution
- Main value proposition and target market
- Key differentiators and competitive advantages
- Revenue model and pricing strategy
2. Market Analysis
- Market size and growth potential
- Major competitors and market share
- Industry trends and regulatory environment
- Entry barriers and moats
3. Technical Assessment
- Core technology stack and architecture
- Product development methodology
- Security and reliability practices
- Technical innovation and IP
4. Business Performance
- Growth metrics and key performance indicators
- Financial health and funding history
- Customer acquisition and retention metrics
- Geographic presence and market penetration
5. Strategic Direction
- Product roadmap and future plans
- Expansion opportunities
- Partnership strategy
- Potential risks and challenges
6. Organizational Culture
- Leadership team background
- Company values and work environment
- Employee satisfaction and retention
- Remote work policies and team structure
7. Critical Analysis
- Key strengths and competitive advantages
- Potential vulnerabilities and risks
- Growth opportunities and challenges
- Overall market position and future outlook
Please include specific examples and data points where available. If certain information isn't publicly available, provide reasoned analysis based on available indicators.
For each section, highlight any unusual patterns, significant changes, or noteworthy developments that could impact the company's future.
Please cite specific sources or indicators that support your analysis
How to Get the Best Results
To maximize the value of this prompt:
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Be Specific: Replace [COMPANY NAME] with the exact company name and include any specific aspects you're most interested in.
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Request Focus Areas: If certain sections are more important for your needs, mention them explicitly at the end of the prompt.
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Follow Up: Use the initial analysis as a foundation for more detailed questions about specific aspects.
Additional Tips
- For private companies, add "Focus on publicly available information and industry indicators."
- For technical analysis, specify "Please emphasize technical architecture and engineering practices."
- For market analysis, add "Include recent market developments and emerging competitors."
Using the Results
The output from this prompt provides a structured foundation for:
- Interview preparation
- Competitive analysis
- Investment research
- Market understanding
- Strategic planning
Remember that while LLMs can provide valuable insights, it's best to verify critical information through official sources and recent news.
Conclusion
This prompt helps ensure a thorough and structured approach to company research while saving time and effort. Best results are achieved when data is verified manually.
Have you found this prompt helpful? Let me know how you've used it or what improvements you'd suggest.