“Clear thinking leads to clear speaking.”
Framework #1: PREP
Use PREP for opinions.
PREP stands for:
- Point — Your answer.
- Reason — Why you believe it.
- Example — A story or evidence.
- Point — Reaffirm your answer.
Framework #2: What? → So What? → Now What?
Use What → So What → Now What to explain changes.
- What: State the facts.
- So What: Explain why it matters.
- Now What: Share the action or next step.
Framework #3: Past → Present → Future
Use Past → Present → Future to share progress.
- Past: What was the situation before?
- Present: What’s happening now?
- Future: What’s next?