Be explicit about deadlines and urgency
The Rule
State deadlines with dates and time zones, and define what 'urgent' means.
Why It Matters
Time urgency can be interpreted differently across cultures.
Common Mistakes
- Saying 'ASAP' without a date
- Assuming same working hours
Pro Tip
Use: 'By Jan 10, 17:00 CET' instead of 'end of day'.
This Rule Applies To:
Roles: Host / facilitator Participant
Situations: Client meetings Cross-time-zone teams International teams
Audiences: Managers & team leads Remote employees
Platforms: Universal
Organization Types: Cross-time-zone teams International teams