Remove ambiguity, make the meaning clear.
Example
Instead of saying
"Make it clear what we actually mean..."
Be More Specific
Remove ambiguity, add precision
Identify with precision.
Example
Instead of saying
"Find exactly what's causing the problem..."
Establish a clear, precise meaning.
Example
Instead of saying
"Tell me exactly what we mean by..."
Add concrete details where things are vague.
Example
Instead of saying
"Be more specific about what exactly to do..."
Use specific, tangible examples rather than abstractions.
Example
Instead of saying
"Use actual examples, not abstract concepts..."
Phrased as something that can be acted on directly.
Example
Instead of saying
"Tell me what to actually do, not just concepts..."
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Quantifiable or objectively verifiable.
Example
Instead of saying
"Make it so we can tell if we actually achieved it..."
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Turn an abstract concept into concrete, executable steps.
Example
Instead of saying
"Turn this vague goal into actual things to do..."