10+ ways to simplify complex concepts
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- Numbers for instructions or step-by-step actions
- Use bullet points for key concepts
- Use bold to emphasize points
- Numerical Data: Charts for numerical data
- Non-Numerical Data: Process diagrams such as Smart Art in Microsoft Word
1. Divide concepts and highlight
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Headers to divide concepts
2. Analogies
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3. Ruthless Editing: Pretend that you will pay yourself $10 for every unnecessary word or sentence you can delete
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4. Data Visualization
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5. Start with an area of agreement and provide context
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6. Storytelling
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7. Use AI writing tools to summarize explanations
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8. Keep read time within a few minutes
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9. Don't be recalcitrant: cut down on big words and jargon
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10. Ask yourself: If I explained this to someone who just walked off the street would they understand?
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11. When all else fails use hand puppets
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