By skyforbes 
Most businesses die because they never see the threat coming.
What if ChatGPT could map your blind spots in minutes?
Here are 10 killer ChatGPT prompts that apply Porter’s Five Forces like a crystal ball for your business.
Industry-Wide Competitive Analysis
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Act as a strategy consultant and perform a full Porter’s Five Forces analysis for the [insert industry name] industry in [insert country/region]. Break down each force, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, threat of substitutes, and threat of new entrants, with at least 3–5 detailed insights per force. Use structured reasoning, cite real-world examples or recent trends where possible, and conclude with a strategic summary on whether this industry is attractive for new entrants in the next 5 years. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Company-Specific Analysis
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Conduct a Porter’s Five Forces analysis for [insert company name] operating in the [insert industry]. Assess each of the five forces specifically in relation to this company, not just the overall industry. Highlight where the company faces the greatest threats or enjoys strong advantages, and provide recommendations on how the company can strengthen its position in each force. Include both qualitative insights and, where possible, quantitative data points. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Startup Market Entry
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Assume I am planning to launch a startup in the [insert industry] industry in [insert region]. Perform a Porter’s Five Forces analysis to evaluate whether this market is attractive. For each force, detail the barriers, risks, or opportunities a new entrant would face. Structure your response into five sections (one per force), and end with a final verdict on whether a startup should consider entering this space, along with 3 actionable strategies to overcome the most significant challenges. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Comparative Industry Benchmark
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Compare two industries, [insert industry A] and [insert industry B], using Porter’s Five Forces framework. For each force, create a side-by-side analysis that highlights differences in rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, substitutes, and entry barriers. Summarize which industry is more attractive for long-term profitability and explain why, backing your reasoning with market trends and future growth indicators. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Force-Deep Dive
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Focus exclusively on the threat of new entrants within [insert industry]. Using Porter’s Five Forces as the foundation, analyze barriers to entry such as economies of scale, capital requirements, regulation, brand loyalty, and distribution access. For each barrier, rate the level of difficulty (low, medium, high) and explain why. End with a scenario-based outlook: how likely is it that new entrants could disrupt this industry within the next 5 years? I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Buyer Power Dynamics
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context] .Using Porter’s Five Forces, provide a deep analysis of the bargaining power of buyers in the [insert industry]. Identify the factors driving buyer leverage such as price sensitivity, switching costs, concentration of buyers, and product differentiation. Explain how these dynamics impact profitability and suggest 3 strategies companies in this industry could use to reduce buyer power and capture more value. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Strategic Recommendations
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Perform a Porter’s Five Forces analysis for [insert company/industry]. After analyzing each force, generate a prioritized list of strategic recommendations ranked from highest to lowest impact. Each recommendation should be tied back to one of the five forces (e.g., reducing supplier power, differentiating from substitutes, creating entry barriers). Present the recommendations in a clear action plan format. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Historical vs. Future Outlook
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Apply Porter’s Five Forces framework to [insert industry] in two parts: (1) a historical analysis of how the five forces shaped this industry in the past 10 years, and (2) a forward-looking analysis predicting how each force is likely to evolve over the next 5 years. Identify major shifts in rivalry, supplier dynamics, buyer expectations, substitutes, and entry threats, and end with insights on how companies can prepare for these changes. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Case Study Application
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Act as a Harvard Business School case writer. Apply Porter’s Five Forces to the [insert company or industry case, e.g., Netflix in the streaming industry]. Break down each force into detailed sub-factors with supporting evidence (market share data, competitive examples, or regulatory context). Present your analysis in a way that could be used as teaching material: structured, data-backed, and ending with 3–5 discussion questions that executives should ask based on the findings. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
Scenario Planning
I’m [mention the problem you’re facing in detail with background context]. Conduct a Porter’s Five Forces analysis for the [insert industry]. Then, create three scenario variations: (1) an optimistic scenario where forces shift in favor of high profitability, (2) a pessimistic scenario where forces intensify and squeeze profits, and (3) a neutral baseline scenario. For each scenario, explain how rivalry, suppliers, buyers, substitutes, and entrants change, and recommend what strategic responses businesses should adopt in each case. I want you to [mention how you want the output in detail with examples].
To get the best outputs, use these prompts on ChatGPT 5 in auto mode.
I hope you’ve found at least one helpful ChatGPT prompt here.
Have a great day!