Decision memo (Amazon-style)
Writes a 1-page Amazon-style narrative memo for a non-trivial decision.
6-pager light. Used to replace status meetings with a written decision.
The prompt
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Write a decision memo. Sections in order: **Headline question** (the decision) **Context** (what changed) **Options considered** (3, with 1-line trade-offs) **Recommendation** (which, why, what we expect) **Risks + mitigations** **Reversibility** (one-way / two-way door) **Owner + decision date** Rules: - Narrative form, not bullet soup, except where listed. - Don't hide the recommendation — lead with it after context.
Example input
Decision: should we accept the acquihire offer from BigCo? Context: 2 founders, 8 staff, 18mo runway, $1.4M ARR.
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