Rewrite one FYI so non-action is obvious

FYIs that sound like asks create false urgency. People waste cycles deciding whether to act.

This hack: ten minutes, rewrite one FYI so "no action needed" is unmistakable - or turn it into a real ask if it was fake-FYI.

When to use it

You are about to send an FYI (or just received a muddy one you'll forward).
Recipients are busy operators.
Clarity beats covering yourself with CC theater.

When not to

It is actually an ask. Label it an ask.
Compliance requires a formal notice template. Use that.
You are rewriting someone else's FYI to be passive-aggressive. Don't.

Do this (timer on)

1. Paste the muddy FYI.
2. Decide: true FYI or hidden ask.
3. Rewrite with the prompt.
4. Send with a clear subject tag: FYI - no action or ACTION needed.

Prompt (copy)

Rewrite this message.

If it is a true FYI: lead with "No action needed." Then 3-5 lines of context. End with where to find more.
If it is actually an ask: say "Action needed by [date]:" and one clear ask.
Do not add urgency that is not in the source.

ORIGINAL:
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After you send

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