Lenny's PodcastWes Kao: How sales-then-logistics framing wins exec buy-in
Through clear framing and the MOO objection check, every Slack message lands cleaner; Kao argues concision is clear thinking, not word count.
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CHAPTERS
- 0:00 – 5:34
Introduction to Wes Kao
- 5:34 – 6:58
Working with Wes
- 6:58 – 10:44
The importance of communication
- 10:44 – 18:20
Sales before logistics
- 18:20 – 24:31
Being concise
- 24:31 – 27:30
Books to help you become a better writer
- 27:30 – 32:05
Signposting and formatting
- 32:05 – 40:41
How to develop and practice your communication skills
- 40:41 – 42:23
Slack communication
- 42:23 – 50:17
Confidence in communication
- 50:17 – 54:00
The MOO framework
- 54:00 – 57:36
Staying calm in high-stakes conversations
- 57:36 – 58:53
Which tactic to start with
- 58:53 – 1:04:53
Effective tactics for managing up
- 1:04:53 – 1:09:39
Giving constructive feedback: strategy, not self-expression
- 1:09:39 – 1:16:36
Delegating effectively while maintaining high standards
- 1:16:36 – 1:19:59
The swipe file: collecting inspiration for better communication
- 1:19:59 – 1:22:01
Leveraging AI for better communication
- 1:22:01 – 1:33:38
Lightning round
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