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What this topic is really about
This is the “home base” for Communication. Over time, this page gets deeper: frameworks, scripts, templates, and the mistakes that cost you reputation. For now, start with the posts above.
Topic
Communication
Email/Slack tone, response times, escalation, and writing like a professional.
Posts
How to ask questions at work (script + examples)
Exact wording for asking questions without sounding clueless — and without wasting someone’s time.
Status update template: the 6-line update that buys you trust
A short weekly status update you can send in Slack/email that prevents surprises and keeps you aligned.
The secret sauce to 1:1 meetings (make every session a win-win)
A practical 1:1 system: agenda, scripts, and follow-ups that build trust in your first 90 days.
Gen Z at work: the real challenges (and why I’m optimistic)
A fair look at the friction points — and the systems that help new grads win in their first 90 days.
Office etiquette: the unspoken power that shapes your early career
A first-job lesson: your professionalism is a system — attire, punctuality, and how you show up.
Should you send an email or a Slack?
A quick decision guide for professional communication: tone, urgency, and paper trail.
What is an executive summary? (and how to write one)
A simple structure for a one-page summary leaders will actually read.