“I need this fixed ASAP.”
Embarrassingly, I found myself saying this exact phrase to my project manager once. I cringed the moment after I hit “send” on the email.
Why is that a problem?
Well, “ASAP” means as soon as possible, right?
This vague, easily misinterpreted phrase leads to confusion and frustration for everyone involved.
Using clear communication with specific deadlines is a far more effective way to delegate a task.
If you’re the one on the receiving end of this acronym, respond by asking for clarification or even a date.
Providing clear, specific deadlines will make everyone on the team more productive. Dave shares many unique tips like this in his course, Time Management Tips: Communication, on LinkedIn Learning.