Self Assessment : Executive Communication

1.  I state my main point – before giving background – in an email or briefing.

2. When I need a decision, I make the ‘decision request’ and ‘by when I need it’ – clear at the beginning.

3. My slide titles state a clear takeaway rather than just a topic name.

4. I keep the ‘evidence needed for that message’ on the slide, and move secondary detail to backup.

5. I clarify exactly what has changed now – when explaining an issue or risk.

6. I connect the ‘what has changed’ to the ‘action taken’ or ‘proposed action’.

7. I clearly state the ‘question that needs to be answered about the problem’ before explaining a recommendation that needs discussion.

8. I clearly show how my recommendation answers that question, and can solve the problem.

9. I group supporting information into distinct reasons beneath one main message.

10. I can show which evidence supports each reason.