How can I best deliver my point?

if your manager always asks for X, be ready with X before they ask next time.

Whenever possible, avoid open-ended questions like “What do you think?” because they can be time-consuming to answer. Instead, try a multiple-choice question

You only get credit for nice-to-do work if you’re on top of your have-to-do tasks.

no combination of people, position, and place will be perfect.

Am I sending this email at the appropriate time?

If you want it, ask for it

Think like an owner

“What are your and the team’s top priorities these days?”