Chris Fenning

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“Not only is a structured summary succinct, the technique also focuses the conversation on the next steps.”
Chris Fenning, The First Minute: How to Start Conversations That Get Results

“Tip: If you find yourself in this situation, and more than a minute has elapsed without the purpose of the conversation being clear, ask the speaker to clarify his or her intentions. This will help you both get the most out of the conversation.”
Chris Fenning, The First Minute: How to Start Conversations That Get Results

“Anyone familiar with communication in the United States military will have come across the term BLUF. This acronym stands for “Bottom Line Up Front.”7 This is the practice of putting the conclusion and recommendation at the beginning of the message rather than at the end. This facilitates rapid decision making and helps people deliver a message in fewer words. Putting the bottom line up front is a great way to define the key message. It’s the one thing your audience needs to know or cares the most about.”
Chris Fenning, The First Minute: How to Start Conversations That Get Results

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