Quick answers
- How do you confirm a decision?
- 'To summarize: we decided [X]. [Name] will [task] by [date]. Right?'
Key takeaways
- Restate the decision.
- Confirm owners and dates.
- Get verbal confirmation.
Instead of → Say
| Instead of | Say |
|---|---|
| So we agreed | To summarize: we're shipping [X] on [date]. [Name] owns [task]. Right? |
| We decided X | Just to confirm—we decided [X]. Next step: [Y]. [Name] will do it by [date]. |
Example dialogue
You: To summarize: we're shipping phase 1 Friday. Maria owns frontend. Jake owns backend. I'll send the notes. Sound good? Team: Yes.
Common mistakes
- Assuming without confirming.
- Skipping owners.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I summarize a decision?
- Restate the decision, owners, dates. Ask 'Sound good?' or 'Right?'
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