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On the wording of tasks ...

How we word our tasks can make a significant difference in how we approach them. For example, several rules of thumb may be:

  • Start with a verb.
  • Maintain both simplicity and clarity when possible.
  • Act as though you are delegating the task to someone else.

In a previous post, you may have noticed that my own curious syntax: Take a look at the rhyme & reason here.

 

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