16 results (expanded search) for "barbara-minto"
Administrative
Inverted Pyramid (Minto)
Lead with conclusion first, then supporting arguments, then details — never the reverse.
Professional
Pyramid Principle
Start with conclusion, then 3 arguments, then details per argument — top-down.
Social
"Tell Me More"
When he opens sensitive topic, say "tell me more" vs reply.
Administrative
BLUF — Bottom Line Up Front
Every work email starts with one sentence: "what I need from you" or "the bottom line".
Administrative
Team Handbook
One document answering every "how do we work here?" question for new hires.
Administrative
Architecture Decision Record (ADR)
Each significant decision: a text file with context, options, choice, consequences.
Administrative
Three-Layer SOP Design
Each SOP: one-line title, 7-step checklist, then reference details.
Administrative
Policy on One Page
Each policy: title, scope, 5 rules, exceptions, review date — one page only.
Administrative
Wiki Home Page Design
One page answering "where do I find X?" for 80% of team questions.
Administrative
Architecture Decision Records Archive
Each major decision: context, options, decision, consequences — one page, sequential.
Administrative
Tribal Knowledge Audit
List "things only X knows" — each is risk if they leave.
Administrative
FAQ from Support Tickets
Track last 100 support tickets — top 20 repeats = your FAQ page.
Administrative
Onboarding Wiki
New hire week 1: one page with everything they need — not "ask so-and-so".
Leadership
Minto Pyramid for Communication
Conclusion first, 3 arguments, evidence per argument. Leaders speak from top, not foundation.
Digital & AI
Diverse Few-Shot (Not Similar)
In few-shot, deliberate variety (positive/negative/edge case) matters more than count.
Digital & AI
BLUF: Bottom Line Up Front
First line of email: answer/request/decision. Context after. Cuts read time 70%.