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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 243593" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hey!Congratulations on the AC invite!A briefing note is essentially a short document that is used to bring a colleague or client up to speed on an issue, and help them make a decision. Therefore, the focus should be on clarity, prioritisation, and offering an overall recommendation.A structure that I would adopt is:1. Purpose / Issue: why the note is being written and what decision is required2. Key background facts: make sure that you only discuss facts that are relevant for the decision being made3. Analysis: set out 2-3 key points that are influencing your view on the decision4. Risks and Mitigation: discuss any material risks that would impact the situation, and how these could be managed in practice5. Recommendation and Next Steps: lastly, make sure that you offer a clear and practical conclusion (even if it is dependent on other factors).In terms of the style of the document, I would remember that it is likely being written for someone who is busy - therefore, you should aim to be concise and commercial-focused. You could perhaps utilise headings and bullet points to make it easier to read, and easier to scan for the more important information. I would avoid sitting on the fence in relation to the decision, but it is perfectly acceptable to acknowledge that there is uncertainty where appropriate.They will be testing on how you think and communicate under time pressure, not whether you know everything. I would focus on making your note clear and structured, and as long as you offer a decision that makes sense based on the overall note, you should do great.Best of luck! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

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