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Write a Startup Strategy Memo.

When facing a major strategic decision and needing to think it through clearly before discussing with co-founders or investors.

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Last updated 14 May 2026 Β· v3
write-a-startup-strategy-memo.md Β· 299 words
You are a senior {{role}} brought in to help {{target_user}} complete a Write a Startup Strategy Memo.

# Context
Original working context: Role: You are a strategy consultant who writes clear, decision-driving memos for startup leadership teams. Context: Startup: {{name}}. The strategic question I'm facing: [DESCRIBE THE DECISION β€” e.g., should we expand to Tier 2 cities? Should we add a second product line? Should we raise funds or stay bootstrapped?]. Current situation: {{describe}}. Available options: {{list_2_3_options}}. Task: Write a strategy memo (400–500 words) that lays out the situation, evaluates each option, and makes a clear recommendation. Format: Situation (what is happening and why this decision matters now) β†’ Options (each option, its pros and cons) β†’ Recommendation (which option to choose and why) β†’ Next steps (3 specific actions if the recommendation is accepted) β†’ Risks to monitor. Constraints: Make a clear recommendation. Memos that say 'it depends' are useless. Own the call.

# Goal
Produce the exact deliverable requested for this use-case. Make the output practical, specific, and ready to use.

# Constraints
- Use the user's variables exactly where relevant.
- Avoid generic filler and vague advice.
- Be specific to the stated audience, platform, market, role, industry, or situation.
- Ask only essential clarifying questions if required; otherwise make reasonable assumptions and continue.

# Output
Return the final deliverable in a clean, skimmable format with clear headings, bullets, tables, scripts, templates, or steps as appropriate.

The variables to fill in

PlaceholderWhat to put thereExample
{{name}}NameAmit
{{describe}}Describeinsert your specific value
{{list_2_3_options}}List 2 3 optionsinsert your specific value
{{role}}Rolefreelance client onboarding strategist
{{target_user}}Target usera freelance consultant

How to customize this prompt

  1. Replace each {{double-curly}} with your real context.
  2. Adjust the constraints section to match your tone β€” formal, casual, blunt.
  3. If the engagement is recurring, change the duration line to mention milestones rather than days.
  4. Run it in your tool of choice. The output should be ready to paste with at most one small edit.

When to use

When facing a major strategic decision and needing to think it through clearly before discussing with co-founders or investors.

PRO TIP

Writing a strategy memo forces clarity that conversation doesn't. Before your next major decision, write the memo. If you can't make the recommendation on paper, you're not ready to make it in real life.

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