> [!tldr] It's hard to over-appreciate the power of a concise statement. Concision, the ability to convey that which is intended quickly, is **powerful**. I love [[Minimalism]], in concept. Concise statements are **minimal messages**. This is not just [[Less, but Better]], but *less **is** better*; but **you still convey your intent**. [^1] All of this applies equally to: - A single sentence encapsulating an idea. - A short set conveying a message. [[Brevity is Confidence, Length is Fear]]. Concise statements don't hide behind length. They get to the point so the point can be improved. Shortening the [[Feedback Loop]] and making things better. [[Brevity Takes Time]]... but is usually worth it. > [!success] Benefits > - An idea captured in a concise statement can grow. > - The thinking necessary to say only exactly what's necessary is forces *clarity*. > - Restricting yourself to no fluff is a [[Constraints Breed Creativity|constraint that can breed creativity]] > - [[You're as strong as your weakest argument]] I'm not good at this by nature. Working on that. This note is too long, for example. **** # More ## Source - [[Smart Brevity (Book)]] - https://stephango.com/concise [^1]: After all, [[Minimalism is about Intention]], not just removing things.