Marcio S Galli

Dec 15, 2022

The SCqA Framework for Writing Clear and Effective Text Introductions

As a writer, it’s important to communicate your ideas clearly and effectively. One way to do this is using the SCqA framework, which stands for Situation, Complication, Question, and Answer. …

Scqa

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Scqa

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Feb 5, 2022

So, if we insist that we measure value in terms of outcomes — how many new users are running through the new system — we can encourage teams to change their plans to deliver the outcomes we seek. Instead of planning for some mythical “feature-complete” future state (remember, software is never c…

To Write Better OKRs, use Outcomes

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Josh Seiden

Valid. However, I wonder if we don't need a system to measure if our planned actions are helping or…

Valid. However, I wonder if we don't need a system to measure if our planned actions are helping or not. It seems to be that the idea of measuring, using a Key in the direction of a Projected Expectation is to change the Key, to reflect about the validity of the Key. I am not in favor of Output or Outcome yet - but I am allowing room for a deeper reflection here - so that we can go back to abstract the essence of what is going on with the art and science of trying to measure/evaluate/learn our efforts towards objectives.

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Valid. However, I wonder if we don't need a system to measure if our planned actions are helping or not.

It seems to be that the idea of measuring, using a Key in the direction of a Projected Expectation is to change the Key, to reflect about the validity of the Key.

I am not in favor of Output or Outcome yet - but I am allowing room for a deeper reflection here - so that we can go back to abstract the essence of what is going on with the art and science of trying to measure/evaluate/learn our efforts towards objectives.

Dec 2, 2021

…f us, especially those with a scientific or engineering background used to writing technical papers. For many people, it’s natural to build up to a conclusion by first reciting all of the facts, recounting all of the analyses that have been done, or reviewing all of the supporting ideas. Then you get to the punch line.

The Pyramid Principle

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Ameet Ranadive

This approach resonates with my way of communicating - always presenting some data points hoping…

This approach resonates with my way of communicating - always presenting some data points hoping that the reader would join me in conclusion. The following talk from Michael Dearing is an excellent resource about the topic with interesting examples of how people naturally writes: MICHAEL DEARING Executive Communication w/ Harrison Metal https://www.heavybit.com/library/video/executive-communication/

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This approach resonates with my way of communicating - always presenting some data points hoping that the reader would join me in conclusion.

The following talk from Michael Dearing is an excellent resource about the topic with interesting examples of how people naturally writes:

MICHAEL DEARING Executive Communication w/ Harrison Metal

https://www.heavybit.com/library/video/executive-communication/

Nov 18, 2021

Using communication to achieve goals — strategic planning and leadership effort of a 6-year old

Honey is a 6-year old girl that wants to spend more time with everyone that she loves. Her aunt is one of the top targets. The way she approached her aunt consisted of using an on-demand strategy — can we do this? Would you go to my place today? …

Leadership

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Leadership

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Jul 19, 2021

When interviewing — structure your communication to a solutions-oriented mindset

A long time ago, a friend was trying to get an internship at a software company where I was working. I was not the hiring manager but wished very much that he could join. After the interview, he said that it was great. On the other hand, the hiring manager…

Interview

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Interview

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Jun 29, 2021

The risk of focusing on what feels right

Advancing projects by picking activities easier to perform is a sort of automatic execution strategy. It’s natural to continue to optimize for execution. But when the matter is achieving goals, especially when there is learning involved, you can’t depend on stepping on the right stones. Focusing on the activities that…

Entrepreneruship

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The risk of focusing on what feels right

Entrepreneruship

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Mar 23, 2021

When high performance meets awareness

Many high performers don’t know exactly why they are high performers. They might look at them from a general overview — the successful week goes by because things are working after the sum of all that matters. But are they moving forward with the right level of consciousness about why…

Goals

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Goals

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Jan 21, 2021

January 21st — User Innovation Day- Because User Innovation is All Around Us!

I hereby define — January 21st as the User Innovation Day. 01/21/2021 sounds like the right number to celebrate the human ability to change their environment. Let’s celebrate the phenomenon — this is not a joke by the way. To enjoy this party and celebrate the moment, please watch the…

User Innovation

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User Innovation

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Jan 14, 2021

Reinventing collaboration when the band goes online

It’s not always evident how the environment contributes to a team’s productivity. Imagine that you are a guitarist that earned your place in a new band. If the band has ten shows ahead, that means a lot to you in terms of focus. …

Collaboration

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Collaboration

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Dec 18, 2020

The fight to get out from the professional frame

We know that kids are more creative than adults, although adults understand more about creative processes. While creative processes are everywhere, adults continue to follow their normal path, a less creative path, especially when working in the professional environment. In this article, I invite you to reflect on how much…

The Artists Way

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The Artists Way

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