How to Make GPT Your Personal Assistant: Automate Emails, Docs, and More!

Imagine having a personal assistant that sends emails, creates documents, manages data, and integrates with thousands of apps—all triggered by a simple chat message. In this guide, we’ll show you how to turn GPT into that assistant, using platforms like Zapier and Make.com. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Create Your Custom GPT

  1. Open ChatGPT Interface:
    Navigate to the Explore GPTs section and click on Create to begin setting up your custom assistant.
  2. Name and Describe Your GPT:
    • Choose a clear, descriptive name for your GPT (e.g., “Task Automator”).
    • Add a short description to define its purpose.
  3. Add a New Action:
    • Click Create New Action and define what you want GPT to do.
    • Example: Automate sending emails or creating Google Docs.

Step 2: Set Up a Webhook

  1. Go to Make.com or Zapier:
    • Sign in to either Make.com or Zapier (this guide uses Make.com).
    • Create a new scenario and add a Webhook module.
  2. Generate a Webhook URL:
    • In Make.com, choose Custom Webhook and click Add to generate a URL.
    • Copy this URL—it’s the bridge between GPT and Make.com.

Step 3: Use Actions GPT to Generate a Schema

  1. Search for Actions GPT in ChatGPT:
    • In the Explore GPTs section, find Actions GPT and start a new chat.
  2. Define Your Action:
    • Example: “I am sending emails. This is the webhook to send data to.”
    • Actions GPT will generate a JSON schema for your task.
  3. Copy the Schema:
    • Use the schema to map the data GPT will send through the webhook.

Step 4: Configure the Webhook in Make.com

  1. Paste the Schema into GPT’s Action:
    • Return to your custom GPT setup and paste the schema in the action editor.
  2. Test the Webhook:
    • Run the scenario in Make.com to ensure it receives data from GPT.
  3. Add a Module to Perform the Action:
    • Example: Add a Gmail module to send emails.
    • Map the data fields (e.g., email address, subject, body) from the webhook.

Step 5: Automate a Task

  1. Run a Test Query in GPT:
  2. Verify the Workflow:
    • Check Make.com to see if the webhook received the data.
    • Ensure the email or document was successfully created.

Step 6: Expand Your Automations

  • Explore other integrations like Slack, Google Drive, or CRM systems.
  • Create multi-step workflows for complex tasks, such as onboarding sequences or daily summaries.

Real-World Examples

  1. Email Automation:
  2. Google Docs Creation:
    • “Create a Google Doc summarizing key project updates.”
  3. Slack Notifications:
    • “Post a message in the team channel about meeting schedules.”

Conclusion

With just a few steps, you can turn GPT into a productivity powerhouse, capable of managing tasks across countless applications. Whether you’re automating emails, creating documents, or streamlining workflows, the possibilities are endless. Ready to take your productivity to the next level? Try it today!

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