> [!tldr] Some [[Falsifiable Deliverables are Better|falsifiable]] [[Proxy Measures|proxy]] metrics for effective communications > [!note] Meta-note > This note is somewhat tongue-in-cheek. I don't plan to build a "metrics checker" based on this and run any potential communications through it; instead I'll wanted to [[The point of my notes isn't the notes, it's the thinking.|think about]] the topic to be better intuitively. Effective communication depends on the audience, the medium, and the message. These best practices can help. Checklist: - [[So much of productivity, communication, and fitness advice comes down to really knowing your goal.|I know what I want to accomplish]] - I've considered this audience's worldview - I'm using the best medium for the message - The message is as short and simple as possible ## [[Proxy Measures]]: Your first sentence should say what you want the audience to remember: 1. If I said *only* my first sentence, would I have covered my main point? [[Less, but Better|less is better]]: 1. Most **words** are no longer than 7 letters. 2. Most **sentences** are no longer than 10 words. 3. **Paragraphs** are no longer than 3 sentences. [[Simpler Better]]: 1. Say what you mean. 2. Don't use weasel words. **** # More ## Source - self, with help from Claude & a litany of influences from dozens of books