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A Better Follow-Up: Ask Which Answer Would Change the Next Step

Medro Advisors · Research and commentary from Don McClain

By Don McClain | Founder & Principal, Medro Advisors

Before requesting another update, name the unanswered question and the decision it affects. If either possible answer leads to the same next step, the question may not be the immediate priority. Focus the assignment on evidence that changes the plan, identify who can obtain it and set a review date. Keep the result as a decision record, not a string of repeated chases.

Archive: 2026-09-14. Source: https://medroadvisors.com/news-media/give-your-opportunity-a-clear-next-step
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