Avoid “You need to get it done somehow.”
Say this “The Friday deadline looks at risk. What is complete, what remains, and what is the earliest realistic delivery date?”
For first-time managers
120 clear, copy-and-paste starting points for 1:1s, feedback, deadlines, meetings, and uncomfortable moments at work.
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The kit gives you a starting point, the follow-up line, and why the wording works.
Avoid “You need to get it done somehow.”
Say this “The Friday deadline looks at risk. What is complete, what remains, and what is the earliest realistic delivery date?”
Avoid “You're being defensive.”
Say this “I notice we're spending more time explaining why it happened than agreeing on what changes next.”
Avoid “Everything is a priority.”
Say this “We have three urgent requests and capacity for two. My priority order is A, B, then C.”
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Each entry includes what to avoid, a clearer alternative, a follow-up line, and a short explanation.
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Questions
Use them as starting points. Replace the facts, dates, names, and consequences, then read the wording aloud so it sounds like you.
No. The kit covers routine communication and does not replace company policy, HR guidance, or legal advice. Sensitive employment matters are deliberately excluded.
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