AI isn’t just for developers—now, executives like Microsoft’s Satya Nadella are leaning on Copilot AI powered by GPT‑5 to transform how they work.
Nadella recently shared five specific Copilot prompts he uses every day in apps like Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel. They reflect how AI can help with meeting prep, strategy planning, time management, and even launch readiness. Let’s break them down.
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1. Prompt 1: Anticipate Meeting Topics
“Based on my prior interactions with [person], give me 5 things likely top of mind for our next meeting.”
Copilot scans previous chats, emails, and meetings to predict what a colleague might bring up—saving time and keeping you informed upfront.
2. Prompt 2: Draft Project Updates from Everything
“Draft a project update based on emails, chats, and all meetings in [series]: KPIs vs. targets, wins/losses, risks, competitive moves, plus likely tough questions and answers.”
Instead of juggling scattered notes, Copilot builds a complete update with context, metrics, risks, and even anticipated questions.
3. Prompt 3: Track Launch Readiness with a Probability Score
“Are we on track for the [Product] launch in November? Check eng progress, pilot program results, risks. Give me a probability.”
Copilot processes engineering data, pilot feedback, and risk factors, then outputs a probability—helping leaders assess timelines objectively.
4. Prompt 4: Audit Your Time and Focus
“Review my calendar and email from the last month and create 5 to 7 buckets for projects I spend most time on, with % of time spent and short descriptions.”
This prompt turns your busy calendar into a clear breakdown that helps you reflect on where your energy is going.
5. Prompt 5: Get Meeting-Ready Quickly
“Review [select email] + prep me for the next meeting in [series], based on past manager and team discussions.”
Copilot pulls context from related discussions, providing talking points, action items, and background—so you’re never caught off guard.
Why It Matters: The Copilot AI Advantage?
These prompts show how Copilot AI isn’t just a digital assistant—it’s becoming a strategic partner. By analyzing data across platforms, it helps leaders shift from being reactive to being insight-driven.
Tips for Using These Prompts Yourself:
- Customize prompts to your tools, even if simplified.
- Use Copilot for time audits and meeting summaries.
- Turn routine work into informed decisions with AI insights.
From drafting updates to tracking launches, these prompts show how Copilot AI is making leadership more efficient, data-rich, and proactive.
FAQs:
Q1. What is Copilot AI exactly?
It’s Microsoft’s smart assistant powered by GPT-5, integrated into tools like Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel for personalized insights.
Q2. Can anyone use these prompts, or is it just for CEOs?
While Nadella’s setup is impressive, even smaller teams can use similar prompts for project tracking, meeting summaries, and time management—if they have access to Copilot or GPT tools.
Q3. Is GPT-5 publicly accessible yet?
As of now, GPT-5 is embedded across Microsoft 365 Copilot and related platforms; broader access depends on your subscription or licensing.
