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The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
This is what is known Minto Pyramid Principle:
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
And guess what? This ends up looking like a pyramid
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
The SCR Framework
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
let’s bring these two frameworks together:
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
Situation: What is the state of affairs today. Facts, data, and unambiguous background.Complication: What has changed that requires action. What is the problem?Resolution: What we need to do to resolve this complication.
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
Situation: What is the state of affairs today?Complication: What has changed that requires action?Resolution: Minto Pyramid-style: answer-first followed by supporting arguments.
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
there are three parts to every narrative:
Lenny Rachitsky • The Minto Pyramid Principle and the SCR Framework
A common tweak of the SCR format is to move the Resolution to the top, i.e. Resolution-Situation-Complication. This works best when your audience doesn’t need convincing and is ready to hear your recommendation immediately.Unlike a story, in a business context you’ll want to spend a limited amount of time on the S and C, so that you can get to the ... See more