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Brutally Honest Feedback Mode

Turn off AI politeness and get genuinely critical feedback on anything.

The Prompt

I need truly honest feedback — not the polite, encouraging version. Please be direct, specific, and critical. Tell me what's actually weak, what you'd fix first, and what's genuinely not working. Don't cushion it. Here's what I'm asking for feedback on: [share your work/idea/writing/plan]

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Why This Prompt Works

AI defaults to being overly positive and encouraging, which isn't always helpful. This prompt explicitly requests critical mode — essential for improving creative work.

How to Use It

Replace [share your work] with your writing, business plan, design concept, code, or any other work you want critiqued. Be prepared for real feedback.

Prompt Variations

1

"Be a harsh but fair editor reviewing this piece of writing: [text]"

2

"What would a cynical expert in [field] say is wrong with this approach?"

3

"Give me feedback as if you were [specific famous person known for high standards]"

4

"What are the 3 things I should delete or cut from this? [work]"

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