Dealing With Deadlines
13 Mar 23
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Key Points
Deadlines are an unavoidable part of professional life. They can create stress and anxiety but can also foster efficiency and forward movement. Whether you're setting, pushing back, or extending deadlines, knowing the right language to articulate your needs and negotiate your terms can make all the difference. Here's a summary of the key takeaways from this podcast episode on dealing with deadlines.
The episode kicks off with 21 essential phrases you might use when discussing deadlines. For example:
Familiarity with these phrases can help you more clearly articulate your thoughts and navigate conversations about deadlines with precision.
Sometimes, meeting a deadline is unachievable, and negotiation is required. Here are a few phrases to help:
These phrases are tailored to help you negotiate extensions professionally and effectively.
Missing a deadline is never ideal, but it happens. Here's how to handle it:
Tips:
Phrases:
With these tools, you can handle the delicate topic of missed deadlines with grace and professionalism.
Deadlines are a complex, often stressful part of professional life. This episode arms you with the phrases and strategies to manage them effectively. Whether you need to set, negotiate, or admit to missing a deadline, these insights will guide you.
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