25 Things You Didn't Know ChatGPT Could Do

Brief Summary

This video reveals 25 powerful, lesser-known features of Chat GPT, demonstrating how it can be used beyond basic question-answering. It emphasizes Chat GPT's capabilities as a multimodal assistant that can integrate with other tools, analyze data, generate code, and more. The video encourages users to treat Chat GPT as a collaborative teammate, providing context and iterative feedback to achieve optimal results.

  • Advanced voice conversations
  • Scheduled tasks
  • Data analysis and visualization
  • Code interpreter
  • Web browsing capabilities
  • Custom GPTs

Introduction: Unlocking Chat GPT's Full Potential

The presenter, Jake Dawson, introduces the idea that most users only tap into a fraction of Chat GPT's capabilities. He promises to reveal hidden features that can transform how users work, create, and solve problems. Dawson shares his extensive experience with AI, highlighting how he has used these features to launch his business and save time. He emphasizes that the video is for a broad audience, including students, business owners, and creative individuals, and that it will provide practical examples for immediate use.

Beyond Basic Chatbot: Chat GPT as a Multimodal Assistant

Most people see Chat GPT as a simple chatbot for answering questions or writing essays, limiting its potential. The presenter argues that Chat GPT has evolved into a multimodal assistant with advanced capabilities due to the latest versions like GPT-4. It can now connect to other tools, process large datasets, create code, and produce structured documents. He shares a personal anecdote about using Chat GPT to analyze a complex dataset for a client presentation, which would have taken days using traditional software but was completed in hours with Chat GPT.

Advanced Voice Conversations

Chat GPT's voice mode is more than just speech-to-text; it allows for natural conversations with AI. Users can access this feature by tapping the headphone icon, granting microphone access, and selecting a preferred voice. The voice can be customized in the settings to match the user's preference.

Scheduled Tasks

Chat GPT can automate tasks on a set schedule. To set up scheduled tasks, users need to switch to GPT-4, click on their profile picture, select "tasks," and specify the desired task. They can then schedule the task to run once, daily, or weekly, at a specific time, with optional push notifications.

Custom Instructions

Custom instructions allow users to teach Chat GPT their preferred communication style permanently. By accessing the settings and personalization options, users can input details about themselves and specify how they want Chat GPT to respond. This ensures that every chat is tailored to the user's preferences without needing to repeat instructions.

Data Analysis and Visualization

Chat GPT can analyze data and create visualizations, eliminating the need for specialized tools like Tableau or PowerBI. Users can upload files such as CSVs or Excel sheets and ask questions about the data. Chat GPT can then generate charts, graphs, and even Python code for further customization.

Advanced Memory

Chat GPT can remember details about users between chats. By enabling the memory feature in the settings, users can instruct Chat GPT to remember specific information, such as their profession or preferred response style. Users can review and manage stored memories at any time.

Code Interpreter

The code interpreter allows Chat GPT to run, debug, and solve complex problems using code. Users can describe the task they need help with, such as writing a Python script to organize an Excel sheet. Chat GPT will write the code, run it, and provide the output, along with explanations and optimization suggestions.

Web Browsing Capabilities

Chat GPT can browse the internet in real-time to find the latest information. Users can ask current questions and Chat GPT will search the web, providing answers with links to the sources. This feature is useful for obtaining up-to-date information on various topics.

PDF and Document Analysis

Chat GPT can analyze PDFs and other documents, allowing users to quickly extract key information. Users can upload documents and ask specific questions, such as summarizing key points or comparing different contracts. Chat GPT can extract data and text, often providing a download button for easy access.

Image Analysis and Generation

Chat GPT can analyze images and generate new ones. Users can upload an image and ask specific questions about its elements or data. For image generation, users can provide detailed descriptions, specifying the style, mood, colors, and vibe they want to achieve.

Building Custom GPTs

Users can create specialized versions of Chat GPT tailored to their specific needs. By accessing the "Explore GPT" section, users can describe the desired function of their GPT and go through a guided setup process. They can then test and tweak the GPT before making it public or keeping it private.

Advanced Writing Assistance

Chat GPT can serve as a writing partner, helping with structure, style, and clarity. Users can specify the type of project, audience, and goal, and then ask Chat GPT to create outlines, draft sections, or edit existing text. It can also provide feedback and rewrite content in different styles.

Language Conversion and Translation

Chat GPT offers advanced language translation that considers context, tone, and meaning. Users can translate text and specify the context to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate translations. It can also explain idioms and expressions and provide pronunciation help.

Role-Playing for Problem Solving

Chat GPT can simulate different experts to provide diverse perspectives on problems. Users can instruct Chat GPT to act as a specific expert and ask for advice. It can also simulate conversations or debates between multiple experts to explore different viewpoints.

Third-Party Integrations

Chat GPT can integrate with third-party tools through plugins, allowing it to pull live information, book reservations, summarize research papers, and more. Users can browse the plugin store and select the desired plugins, which Chat GPT will then use automatically during conversations.

Interactive Math Problem Solving

Chat GPT can solve complex math problems step by step, providing visual explanations and alternative solutions. Users can type or paste in a problem and ask Chat GPT to solve it step by step. It can also generate similar problems for practice and plot functions on a graph.

Personal Fitness and Nutrition Planning

Chat GPT can create customized workout routines and meal plans based on user information. Users provide their age, weight, height, gender, fitness goals, and dietary restrictions. Chat GPT then generates structured fitness plans and meal prep guides, which can be adjusted based on user feedback.

Email and Communication Management

Chat GPT can help draft, clean up, and sharpen professional communication. Users provide the context, tone, and important points, and Chat GPT generates a draft message. Users can then tweak the message to make it more persuasive or adjust the tone.

Interview Preparation

Chat GPT can conduct mock interviews to help users prepare for job interviews. Users provide the role they are interviewing for and background information about themselves. Chat GPT then asks realistic questions and provides feedback on the user's answers.

Creative Writing and Storytelling

Chat GPT can assist with creative writing and storytelling projects. Users specify the type of project, genre, and target audience, and then ask for help with character profiles, plot ideas, scene descriptions, and feedback on pacing and dialogue.

Music Creation and Theory

Chat GPT can help with music creation and theory, whether the user is a beginner or a professional. Users specify the musical style or vibe and then ask for chord progressions, melodies, explanations of music theory, and analysis of existing songs.

Project Management Assistant

Chat GPT can help plan and organize complex projects. Users describe the project, its goals, and important details, and then ask Chat GPT to break the project into manageable phases, create a timeline, identify potential risks, and allocate resources.

Advanced Research Assistance

Chat GPT can assist with academic and professional research. Users state their research question, field of study, and academic level, and then ask for suggestions on research methods, literature review outlines, data analysis strategies, and paper structure.

Legal Document Analysis and Creation

Chat GPT can help navigate basic legal documents. Users specify the type of document and jurisdiction, and then ask Chat GPT to draft a document or explain specific clauses. It is reminded that any final documents should be reviewed by a real lawyer.

Financial Planning and Analysis

Chat GPT can help with financial planning and analysis. Users provide their income, expenses, savings goals, and risk tolerance, and then ask Chat GPT to create a budget, suggest investment strategies, explain financial concepts, and run financial scenarios.

Deep Research

Chat GPT can conduct deep research tailored to the user's specific needs. Users provide context about themselves and their goals, and Chat GPT customizes its research to provide relevant insights. This feature turns Chat GPT into a personal market research assistant.

Avoiding Common Mistakes and Maximizing Chat GPT's Potential

The presenter emphasizes that the biggest mistake people make is using lazy, one-line prompts with zero context. Chat GPT works best when treated like a teammate, with context, direction, and iterative feedback. It should be integrated into existing workflows and used with various formats, including images, voice, and code. The presenter encourages users to approach Chat GPT with curiosity and creativity, always pushing a little bit further to unlock its full potential.

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0:00 What if I told you that the AI assistant you're using right now is basically a Swiss Army knife and you're only using like one blade out of 25? Most people, they're only tapping into maybe 10% of what Chat GPT can actually do. Today, we're pulling back the curtain. I'm going to show you some wild features that completely change how you work, create, and solve problems. Let's go. Hey, by the way, I'm Jake Dawson, and for the past two years, I've been deep in the trenches with AI, pushing Chat GBT way past what you see in the typical tutorials. I've used these hidden features to launch my own business and save crazy amounts of time doing it. In today's video, I'm going to show you 25 insanely powerful chat GPT tricks that

0:47 most people don't even know exist. Doesn't matter if you're a student, a business owner, a creative type, or just curious about AI. Once you see what this thing can actually do, it's going to completely change how you use it. And don't worry, I'm not just going to list a bunch of features and leave you hanging. I'm showing you real examples you can steal and start using today. Oh, and a quick heads up. If you want all the prompts I'm using in this video, you can grab them inside my school community. They're all ready for you to download and start using right away. All right, let's dive in. Most people still think of chat GPT as some fancy chatbot that just spits out answers or writes essays. You type in a prompt, it gives you some texts. Game over. The average user, they're asking stuff like, "What's

1:32 the capital of France?" or "Write me a birthday card." And that's it. Honestly, it's not their fault. When ChatGpt first blew up, it was sold as a replacement for Google or just a way to help you write faster. The media hyped it up for basic stuff. And even today, most YouTube tutorials barely scratched the surface. Think about the last time you used Chat GPT. Did you just ask it a question and get an answer and then bounce? If you're like most people, that's probably exactly what happened without even realizing that you've got an entire powerhouse of tools sitting right in front of you. But the truth that most people miss, ChatGpt isn't just some basic text generator anymore. It's leveled up big time with the latest versions like GPT04 and 03. It's

2:20 basically a full-on multimodel assistant now. It can plug into other tools, crunch crazy amounts of data, build custom code, write structured document. Heck, it can even help you make music or scripts. It's not just a chatbot anymore. It's way more. Helping you work faster, think bigger, and create on a whole different level. Quick example. Last month I I had this complex data set I needed to break down for a client presentation. Normally that would have meant days of learning some specialized software just to get through it. But instead I tossed it into chat GPT, cleaned the data, found patterns, built out visualizations all in just a few hours. And the client absolutely blown

3:07 away. What would have taken me a full week done before dinner. The reality is Chat GPT today is like having an entire suite of prolevel software at your fingertips. Stuff that would easily cost you thousands of dollars if you had bought it all separately. All right, now let's get into the real power moves that you probably haven't been using yet. First up, advanced voice conversations. Most people think Chat GBT's voice mode is just some basic speech to text, but it's way deeper than that. It's like having a real conversation with an AI that sounds crazy natural. All you have to do is open Chat GPT, hit that little headphone icon at the bottom, give it mic access if it asks, pick a voice that you like. There's Sky, Breeze, Ember,

3:53 Juniper, Cove, uh, and start talking. When you're done, just tap stop. And if you want to tweak how it sounds, you can customize it under settings by choosing different voices that match your vibe. I usually roll with Sky, but honestly at this point they all sound pretty human. Next up, scheduled tasks. This one's a gamecher. Chat GBT can actually create and run automated tasks for you on a schedule, even if you're not around. Here's how it works. Switch to GPT04 Mini. Click your profile picture tasks and then just tell it what you want, like send me a daily news summary. when it offers to set it up. Click schedule this task. Write how often you want it. One time, daily, weekly, whenever. Pick

4:41 your time. Choose if you want a push notification, and boom, done. Pro tip, you can get fancy with it, too. Like setting something for every Tuesday and Thursday at 3 p.m. or even the first Monday of each month. Crazy useful for staying on top of stuff without lifting a finger. Then we've got custom instructions. This is where you can basically teach Chat GPT how you want it to talk to you permanently. You log in, click on your little profile picture, then hit settings, then personalization, then click on custom instructions. Here you'll see a few options where you tell it about yourself and what you like. Another where you tell it exactly how you want it to respond. Like you could say, "Always explain things to me like

5:26 I'm brand new to the topic." or always use bullet points when giving me steps. Save it and then from then on, every chat you will have will feel way more tailored to you. No need to repeat yourself every time. All right, now we're getting spicy. Data analysis and visualization. You don't need fancy tools like Tableau or PowerBI anymore. Instead, inside chat GPT, switch to GPT04 mini high. with data analysis. Use the little plus icon and click on this to upload a file from your computer. Say a CSVs, Excel sheets, whatever you got. And once it's uploaded, just ask a questions like, "What trend do you see in this data?" Or, "Can you make me a

6:11 bar chart showing sales by region?" It'll not only answer you, but it can spit out charts, graphs, even Python code if you wanted to customize it later. I recommend asking for different chart types, too, like a heat map or scatter plot to see different angles on what you might miss otherwise. And let's talk about another great feature here, the advanced memory. This is a huge one. Chat GPT can now actually remember details about you between chats. You just have to click on your profile icon, go to settings under personalization, and turn on memory. Once it's on, you can literally tell it, "Hey, remember that I'm a graphic designer or remember that I prefer short and clear answers with examples." And

6:57 the best part, you can check what it remembers by asking, "What do you remember about me?" at any time in a chat. If you ever want to update or delete something, just go to the memory settings and click on manage memories to see what's stored. I love using this for ongoing projects or learning something new. It's like having a personal assistant who never forgets the important stuff. Now, let's keep rolling with another absolute monster of a feature, the code interpreter. Sometimes called advanced data analysis, depending on where you're seeing it. This basically lets Chat GPT not just write code, but actually run it, debug it, and solve some seriously complex problems for you. Setting it up is easy. When you

7:42 open chat GPT, click on the model selector and make sure you're using GPT04 mini high. Once you've got that, you just describe the task you need help with. Like you can say, "Hey, write me a Python script that organizes this Excel sheet by month and total sales. If you have data files, click on the plus icon and upload them so Chat GPT can actually work with your real data. It'll write the code, run it, and give you the output right there inside the chat. If you want, you can also ask it to explain the code, what it's doing line by line, or ask it to optimize it to run faster. And if you need the final file, like a CSV or a graph it generated, there will be a little download button for you to grab it straight from the chat. Absolute

8:29 timesaver. Now, here's where things get even crazier. Web browsing capabilities. Chat GPT can actually browse the internet in real time now to find the latest info for you. To use it, make sure you pick a GPT40. It usually says it right there when you pick your model. Once you're in, just type your question like normal, but ask for something current like, "What are the top AI startups that raised funding this month?" and click on the search button. Catch BT will tell you it's browsing the web and you'll see it pulling live data. Give it a second. It's out there hunting. and then it'll come back with a full answer, including links to the sources it found. You can even click those links and doublech checkck the info if you want. And if you want to get even smarter with it, you

9:15 can tell it to pull from specific places or date ranges, like find articles about climate change from the past 30 days or from science journals only. Super useful when you need the freshest info on anything. All right, moving on. PDF and document analysis. This one is such a life hack, it's not even funny. You know how normally you have to read through a 100page report and try to find that one stat that you need? Yeah, not anymore. Here's how you do it. When you're in chatbt, just click the plus icon like you're about to send an attachment. Upload the PDF or whatever document you need to look at. It can be a PDF, a PowerPoint, even Word Docs. Once it's uploaded, you can ask super direct questions like, "What are the main

10:00 findings from this research paper?" or "Summarize the key points from pages 45 to 60." If you upload multiple documents, be specific about which one you're asking about. And if you need to pull any of the data or text that Chat GPT extracts, you'll usually get a download button, too. Oh, bonus move. You can ask it to compare documents like, "Tell me the main differences between these two contracts." and it will line them up side by side. Huge timesaver. Now, let's talk about image analysis and generation because yeah, chatbt can work with pictures, too. If you wanted to analyze an image, it's simple. Click the plus icon, upload your image, and then ask whatever you want. But here's the key. Be specific. Instead

10:47 of just saying, "What do you see?" Say, "Can you explain the key elements in this engineering diagram?" or summarize the data shown in this chart. That way you get better answers. And if you want to generate an image instead, like creating a picture from scratch, for example, you can use GPT native integration with Dali. Just type out a detailed description like create a futuristic city skyline at sunset with flying cars in a colorful style. The more detailed you are with the style, mood, the colors, and the vibe that you want, the better results you're going to get. And if the first version isn't perfect, you can ask it to tweak little things like make the colors more vibrant or add more buildings in the background. It's literally like having a designer on

11:34 standby. And finally, one of my personal favorites, building your own custom GPTs. Yep, you can literally create a specialized version of Chat GPT that's built exactly for what you need. Here's how you do it. Open Chat GPT and look at the sidebar. You'll see an explore GPT section. Click it and then hit the create button to create a GPT. It'll open up a super easy conversation builder. You'll describe what you want your GPT to do, like I want a fitness coach that specializes in strength training for busy people. And then you'll go through a guided setup where you'll tell it what tools, knowledge, and style it should have. You can test it right away by asking it sample questions to see how it behaves. If something's off, you can tweak it before

12:20 you're done. Once you're happy with it, you'll choose if you want it public for everyone to use or private just for you. You can even give it a custom name and upload a little profile picture. And here's a pro tip. Really push your GPT by testing weird edge cases. That's how you make sure it's bulletproof before you start relying on it. Now, if you're someone who writes a lot, or honestly, even if you just occasionally have to crank out something professional, you're going to love this one. Advanced writing assistance. Chat GBT isn't just for brainstorming ideas or fixing typos. It can actually act like a real writing partner that helps you nail structure, sharpen your style, and make sure your writing is way more clear. And here's how you tap into it. First, tell it

13:07 exactly what kind of project you're working on. Like, I'm writing an article about remote work trends, or I'm drafting a report for investors. Then define your audience and your goal like this is for a casual blog or this is a formal report for executives. If you need help getting started, just say something like create an outline for topic with a number of main sections. Once you like the structure, you can say draft the first section or write the full first draft. If you already have something written, you can paste it in and say edit this to make it more engaging or improve clarity and flow. You can even ask it to rewrite stuff in different styles, like rewrite this in a more persuasive tone, or make this sound

13:52 more technical. And if you want to level up even faster, ask for direct feedback, like, "What can I do to improve upon this introduction?" It's like having a writing coach on call 24/7. Now, let's switch gears. Language conversion and translation. Most people don't realize Chat GBT isn't just running basic word for word translations like Google Translate. It actually understands context, tone, and meaning, which is huge if you're trying to sound professional, respectful, or culturally correct. To use it, just type something like translate the following to target language and paste the text that you want. If the context matters, which usually it does, like it's a business email or a casual message, tell it

14:38 upfront so it can adjust the tone. If you want to double check that it's truly getting the nuances right, ask it to explain any idioms or expressions it used. For language learners, here's a pro move. Ask Chat GBT to give you a literal translation and a natural translation side by side so you can see how the language actually flows. You can also ask for pronunciation help. Just type, "How do I pronounce this in this language?" And even dive into cultural stuff like, "Are there any cultural differences I should know when using this phrase?" It's insanely powerful if you're working internationally or learning a new language. All right, here's one of my personal secret weapons. Role-playing for problem solving. Chat GPT can act like almost

15:25 any expert you need. Setting this up is easy. You just type I want to act as insert expert here like a psychologist, marketing strategist, startup advisor, whatever you need. Then explain your situation or problem and ask for advice. It'll give you responses in character based on that expert's perspective. If you want multiple opinions, you can even say, "Now act as a different expert and give me a second opinion." You can compare the two and dig deeper by asking follow-up questions inside the same simulation. And when you're done, just say, "Return to your normal chat GPT role." That resets everything. Want to take it up another level? You can have it simulate an entire conversation or even a debate between two experts with

16:12 different perspectives using its voice feature, like show a debate between a psychologist and an economist about the future of remote work. It's honestly one of the fastest ways to get out of your own head and see the problem from every angle possible. Next, thirdparty integrations. This is where chatbt stops being just a chat window and turns into an actual portal to outside tools. Using plugins, you can have chatbt pull in live info, book reservations, summarize research paper, do math with wolf ram alpha. It's wild. Here's how you set it up. First, pick the GPT40 model. Then, look for the explore GPTs button on the left sidebar. Browse through the plug-in

16:59 store, and you'll find tons of them. And pick the ones you want to use. Save your selections. Now, when you start a conversation, Chat GPT will automatically use those plugins behind the scenes when needed. It'll even site where it's pulling info from, so you can double check it. Pro tip, stack multiple plugins together in a single session. For example, you could have it use a research plugin to gather data, then a chart plugin to visualize that data, all without leaving the chat. Total game changer for workflows. Now, let's talk about interactive math problem solving. If you ever struggled with math growing up, or even now like me, this will blow your mind. Chat GPT can solve super complex math problems step by step,

17:45 showing you every single move. To use it, create a new chat and choose the 40 mini high model from the dropdown. Then just type out your problem or or paste it in and say, "Please solve this step by step." If you want even more help, you can say, "Include a visual explanation." And it'll create graphs, diagrams, whatever you need to make it. So, if you're trying to learn a concept that's deeper, you can also say, "Explain the underlying concept behind this topic." And if you want to practice, ask it to generate similar problems at a certain difficulty level so you can keep building your skills without hunting down worksheets. You can even request alternative solutions by saying, "Is there another way to solve

18:31 this?" And for graph plotting, you can be super specific like plot the function for this formula and it will generate a clear graph for you instantly. Honestly, it's like having a personal tutor on demand. No judgment, no pressure. All right, next let's talk about something that'll hit home for a lot of people. Personal fitness and nutrition planning. Chhat BT can actually create fullon customized workout routines and meal plans just for you. And here's how you unlock it. Start by giving it your basic info, age, weight, height, gender, just like you would if you were talking to a real trainer. Then tell it your fitness goal, like I want to lose 10 lbs, or I want to gain muscle. If you have gym equipment at home, let it know what you

19:17 have. Or if you want to strictly do body weight exercises, mention that, too. For meal plans, make sure you share any dietary restrictions like, "I'm a vegetarian or I'm avoiding gluten." Also, let it know how much time you realistically have each day for workouts and meal prep because that matters too, right? Once you give it all that, ask it for something structured like, "Create a 4-week fitness plan or give me a weekly meal prep guide." The best part, if something feels off or too intense, you can just say, "Make this a little easier." Or adjust it to 3 days a week instead of 5 days, and it'll tweak everything for you right away. If you travel or your schedule changes, you can even ask it for backup plans based on

20:03 time or equipment that's available. So you stay consistent without stressing. All right. Now, if your inbox is looking like a battlefield, this next one is for you. Email and communication management. Chat GPT can help you draft, clean up, and sharpen all kinds of professional communication. To make the most out of it, start by telling it exactly what you need, like, "I need a follow-up email for a sales lead I met at a conference. Give a little background about who you're talking to and what your relationship is." Then tell it the tone you want to hit. Formal, friendly, assertive, casual, what, whatever fits. Include any important points that you want to make and just make sure you got those covered. Then you ask it to draft

20:49 a message. Once it spits out a version, you can tweak it by saying, "Make it more persuasive," or "Tone it down a little. Make it less salesy." If you're not sure which way you want to go, you can even say, "Give me three versions with different tones and pick the one that just fits best for you." It's like having a professional copywriter on call 24/7 without the invoice. Speaking of prepping, let's get into interview preparation. This is easily one of my favorite use cases if you're trying to land a new job or just sharpen your skills. Setting this up is simple. First, tell Chat GPT what role you're interviewing for, like, I'm applying for a marketing manager position at X-Tech Company. Then, give it a little background about yourself, your

21:35 experience, your skills, anything that'll help it simulate realistic questions. Type something like, "Conduct a mock interview for this position." It'll start throwing you real questions one by one. You'll respond like you would in a live interview. After each answer, you can ask, "How could I improve that?" And it'll coach you through tweaks to make your answers sharper and more impactful. You can also request different types of questions, technical, behavioral, situational, depending on the style of this interview that you're preparing for. And if you really want to get battle ready, ask ChateBT to roleplay through interview personalities like a skeptical boss or a rapidfire technical screener. It'll seriously boost your confidence before the real thing. Now, let's get creative

22:23 because ChachiBT is an absolute beast at creative writing and storytelling, too. If you're working on a novel, a short story, a screenplay, or even just trying to get your imagination flowing, here's how you make that happen. Start by specifying the type of project, like, "I'm writing a fantasy novel for teens," or, "I'm working on a short film script for adults. Tell it the genre and your target audience. If you need help with characters, just say, "Help me create a character profile for a fearless explorer with a dark past." For plots, ask for story structure ideas, like, "Suggest three different plot structures for a sci-fi thriller." If you're stuck on a scene, describe the setting and ask for ideas to bring it to life. And if you're staring at a blank page and just

23:09 feeling blocked, just share what little you have to say. Give me ideas for how to continue this. You can even pace sections of your draft and ask for feedback on pacing, dialogue, tension. The secret sauce here, just keep prompting. Start small, get some feedback, tweak it, and build layer by layer until you've got something seriously polished. And if you're into music at all, get ready to nerd out because ChachPT can help you with music creation and theory, too. You can use it whether you're a beginner just learning chords or a pro trying to break writer's block. Here's how. Start by specifying the musical style or vibe you're aiming for. like I'm writing a pop song in C major or I need a moody jazz progression

23:56 in D minor. And then you can ask for chord progressions like suggest some catchy chord progressions for a pop song in G major. For melodies, describe the mood you're aiming for like give me a happy upbeat melody pattern. If you're stuck on theory, you can ask super specific questions like explain what modal interchange is and when to use that. You can even ask chatpt to break down structures of your favorite songs like analyze someone like you by Adele and explain why it hits so hard emotionally. If you're working on your skills, you can also have it create practice exercises tailored to whatever it is you're learning, like create drills to improve my improvisation and blues scales. And the best part, you'll

24:44 actually understand why certain things sound good. So, you're not just copying, you're learning how to create better music yourself. Now, if you ever feel overwhelmed managing bigger projects, this next one's going to change the game. Project management assistant. Chat GPT can actually help you plan and organize super complex projects, even if they have tons of moving parts and dependencies. Here's how you do it. First, describe your project in simple terms like, I'm launching a new online course about personal finance, or I'm organizing a charity event with 10 vendors and three keynote speakers. Give it the big picture goal and any important details like time frame, available team members, or budget

25:29 limits. Then ask it break this project into manageable phases and it'll start mapping everything out for you like planning, execution, marketing, delivery, all the big steps you need. After that, you can say create a timeline with milestones and deliverables and boom, it will lay out checkpoints for you. Want to make it even tighter? Ask what potential risk could derail this project so you can plan ahead. If you're managing people or tools, ask, "Help me allocate resources across tasks." And for staying on track, you can ask it to design a simple tracking system. It'll even help you create spreadsheets or lightweight Gant charts if you want a visual road map. It's seriously like having a personal

26:16 project manager sitting next to you. Now, let's dive into another big one, advanced research assistance. Whether you're working on academic research, professional studies, or just doing some deep personal learning, chatbt can be your secret weapon. Start by clearly stating your research question or the main topic you're exploring, like the effects of remote work on urban housing markets. Tell it your field of study, too, like economics, psychology, or computer science, and your academic level so it can match the depth you need. If you're stuck designing your methodology, ask, "Suggest research methods for studying this topic." For literature reviews, you can say, "Outline a structure for a literature

27:01 review on this topic." If you've already gathered data and you're trying to figure out what to do with it, describe your data set and ask for analysis strategies. When it's time to structure your paper, just ask, "Create an outline for a research paper about X-topic and it'll spit out a full structure. Intro, lit review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion." For citations, make sure you tell it your preferred style, like APA, MLA, or Chicago, and it'll format your references correctly. Bonus move, ask it to identify potential counterarguments to your hypothesis so you can strengthen your arguments before someone else starts to poke holes in them. All right, now let's get into

27:46 legal document analysis and creation because ChachiPT can actually help you navigate basic legal stuff, too. Here's how you use it properly. First, tell it what type of document you're working with, like a freelance contract, a simple lease agreement, or a non-disclosure agreement. Always mention your jurisdiction like this needs to follow California law or I'm based in the UK because laws can change massively depending on where you are. If you're creating a document from scratch, describe the situation and what you need. Chat PT can draft a rough version for you based on that. If you already have a document and you're trying to understand it, you can paste the text in and ask specific questions like, "What does this clause mean?" or is this a standard non-compete clause? It'll break

28:34 down legal jargon into plain English you can actually understand. And just a reminder, always have any final documents reviewed by a real lawyer if they're important. ChatBT is great for drafts and understandings, but it's not a licensed attorney. Speaking of smart planning, let's talk about financial planning and analysis. CatchBT can seriously level up how you handle your money. To get started, give it the basics. Your income, your expenses, your savings goals, or big life goals like buying a house or retiring early. Then you can ask it things like create a monthly budget based on these numbers, and it'll map out a full plan for you, adjusting for your needs, wants, and savings. If you're looking at investments, describe your risk

29:21 tolerance like I'm cautious or I'm aggressive and your timeline. And it can suggest strategies or explain options like stocks, bonds, ETFs. And if you're learning finance, you can ask for explanations of complex ideas like compound interest or index funds or retirement account differences. You can even run financial scenarios like compare a 15-year mortgage versus a 30-year mortgage or what happens if I invest $500 a month with a 5% versus 7% annual return. Seeing a sidebyside comparison, it helps you make way smarter decisions without getting buried in the math. All right, let's wrap this up with one of the biggest powerups inside Chat GPT. Deep research. This

30:07 isn't just about making chatp remember your favorite writing style or your goals. It's about giving you a real advantage, especially when you need to find deep, real insights about market, an industry, a competitor, whatever it is that you're working on. Here's how to unlock it. Just click on the deep research button inside any ChatBT conversation. No digging around in settings. It's right there. Once you turn it on, you can start feeding chatbt important context about yourself, like telling it you're building a new marketing agency and want research focused on B2B trends or that you want examples from SAS companies or that you prefer short actionable answers. The magic, the more info you give it, the better it can customize real research

30:53 for you. No surface level stuff, actual deep dives that are 10 times more relevant because it knows who you are, what you need, and where you're trying to go. And anytime you're unsure, just ask, "What do you remember about me?" You can update it, fine-tune it, or wipe it clean anytime you want. Bottom line, deep research turns ChatBT into your personal market research assistant. Faster insights, sharper strategies, way less wasted time. Look, most people still get chat GPT wrong. They treat it like it's just a fancy Q&A machine. You ask a question, it spits out an answer, and you move on. But that's not how you actually unlock the real magic. The biggest mistake, using lazy oneline

31:39 prompts with zero context, like write me a blog post, or what's a good business idea. No details, no guidance, no real collaboration. And then they wonder why the output feels so basic. Here's the deal. ChatBT works way better when you treat it like a teammate. You give it context, you give it a little direction, and most importantly, you don't stop after the first try. People who really win with this tool are the ones who treat it like a conversation, not a vending machine. You ask something, you get a rough draft, you tweak it, you clarify, you redirect, and with every round, it gets closer to exactly what you want. Another huge mistake is using chatbt in isolation. The real power shows up when you plug it into existing

32:25 workflows, like using it to brainstorm ideas, then taking those ideas into a design tool, a spreadsheet, a CRM, whatever it is you're building. It's not about Chat GPT doing everything for you. It's about you letting it handle the heavy lifting so you can stay focused on the stuff that matters. And way too many people are still stuck thinking it's just a textonly tool. Meanwhile, the heavy hitters are out here using chatbt with images, voice, code, sometimes all three at once. That's where the next level stuff happens. When you start mixing formats, you stop thinking of it like a chatbot and you start using it like an actual cognitive extension of yourself. After thousands of hours working with this thing, I can tell you we're barely scratching the surface of

33:11 what's possible. The people who are going to win long term, they're the ones showing up with curiosity and creativity, not settling for good enough, not stopping at basic functionality, always pushing a little bit further. Because the real value isn't in any one feature, it's how you stack them all together and extend what you're already capable of. Chat GPT isn't here to replace human creativity or intelligence. It's here to amplify it to help you build things, solve problems, and create outcomes that would have been impossible on your own. Now, I'd love to hear from you. Which of these 25 features are you most excited to try out first? Or maybe you've uncovered a hidden chatbt trick that I didn't even mention. Drop it in the comments below. I'll read every single

33:56 one and let's learn from each other. Hey, if you found this video helpful, even a little bit, make sure you smash that subscribe button and join our growing crew of AI explorers. And a heads up, in the next few weeks, I'm going to be dropping a brand new video, 10 advanced chat GPT prompts that will transform your business. You seriously don't want to miss it. Oh, and if you like this video, it would mean the world to me if you hit that like button. It helps more people find this kind of content, and it tells me you want more deep dive videos like this one. And if you want a shortcut to learning AI even faster, you can grab my full personal library of advanced chat GPT prompts, the same ones I use every day. Just click the link in the description below. They're ready for you. Thank you so much

34:42 for hanging out with me today. I'm Jake Dawson, and remember, we're just getting started on what AI can really do. Oh, and before you click away, here's another video you'll probably want to watch next. It's packed with even more tips to help you crush it with automation. See you there.

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