60 Second Playbook: 3 Question Rule to Communication

The 3-Question Rule is a simple, yet powerful framework that helps leaders communicate with clarity, alignment, and purpose. It ensures that every conversation—whether with a team member, an executive, or an entire organization—drives understanding and action, rather than confusion and misalignment.

🔹 Why It Matters:
Many leaders assume they’re being clear, but their teams often walk away with different interpretations. Miscommunication leads to delays, frustration, and missed objectives. This 3-question filter helps eliminate ambiguity and ensures every message is clear, concise, and impactful.

The 3-Question Rule 🚀
Before speaking, writing an email, or giving instructions, ask yourself:

1️⃣ What is the ONE key takeaway I want them to remember?

Avoid information overload. Make it simple and actionable.

If they only remember ONE thing, what should it be?

2️⃣ Why does this matter to them?

People engage more when they see how it impacts them.

Connect your message to their role, goals, or success.

3️⃣ What action or decision do I want them to take?

Every message should have a clear next step.

Do you want them to decide, execute, or provide input?

How to Use It in Leadership Communication 💡
✅ In Team Meetings – Start with the main takeaway, reinforce why it matters, and clarify next steps.
✅ In 1:1s – Ensure feedback is clear, meaningful, and leads to action.
✅ In Emails – Keep it concise: key point, relevance, and action needed.
✅ In Presentations – Open with the big idea, connect to the audience, and close with a call to action.

🚀 The Bottom Line:
The 3-Question Rule eliminates confusion, aligns teams, and drives results. Leaders who master this speak less but communicate more effectively.