21. Communicate To Be Understood.

 

Know your audience. Write and speak in a way that they can understand. Be brief, accurate, and clear. Use the simplest possible explanations.

 

 

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Marc's Message

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George's Message

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Samantha's Message

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Francisco's Message

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