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Clarity is kindness.
Tailoring your communication depending on the situation is one of the greatest forms of respect.
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We have all been there, right?
Perhaps it was a 30-minute meeting that should have been an email.
Or maybe it was that 2-hour lecture that could’ve been explained in a quarter of the time.
Heck - if you’ve ever read the terms and conditions of a service, you’ll know that they could get rid of half of that nonsense!
Whatever experience you’re thinking of, you can identify an instance where someone has not respected your time by not being considerate of you: the audience of their communication.
Today’s saying perfectly summarises why many people don’t consider their audience:
“I would have written a shorter letter, but I did not have the time.”
Being concise isn’t lazy. It’s intentionality.
It requires thought, effort, and respect for the person on the other side of your message.
We often think good communication is about saying more.
More detail, more explanation, more depth, more words.
But the reality is that good communication is about saying what matters with clarity.
Because communication isn’t just about expression, it’s about the connection.
And connection happens when the other person understands you.
Here’s where this shows up in everyday life:
Sending a long email that no one reads
Over-explaining in a meeting and losing attention
Rambling in an interview instead of answering the question
In each case, the intention might be good, but the impact falls short.
Here are 3 ways to communicate more effectively:
Think about the receiver, not just the message
Before you speak or write, ask: What does this person need to understand?
Tailor your communication to their context, not just your thoughts.
Simplify before you send
Take an extra minute to cut unnecessary words.
Clarity often comes from editing, not adding.
Respect attention as a resource
People’s time and focus are limited.
When you communicate clearly and concisely, you show that you value both.
Clear communication isn’t about saying less for the sake of it.
It’s about making what you say land.
Let’s dive deeper into today’s wisdom with these 3 journal prompts:
Where might I be overcomplicating my communication?
Who am I communicating with and what do they actually need from me?
How could I make my next message clearer and simpler?
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Thanks,
Michael