1 Cousineau's Three-Category Framework

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[Verse 1]
When leaders overwhelm their teams with constant demands
Every little detail becomes urgent commands
There's a better way to communicate and lead
Three simple categories are all that you need

[Chorus]
Must-read, observe, direct - that's the framework
Must-read for context, observe patterns at work
Direct what matters most, just ten to twenty percent
Three categories clear, that's how good leaders communicate

[Verse 2]
Category one is must-read information
Articles and data for shared foundation
No action required, just read and learn
So when we discuss strategy, everyone's informed

[Chorus]
Must-read, observe, direct - that's the framework
Must-read for context, observe patterns at work
Direct what matters most, just ten to twenty percent
Three categories clear, that's how good leaders communicate

[Verse 3]
Category two is observations you share
Cross-functional patterns that others can't see from there
Your unique position shows disconnects and trends
Share what you notice, not how to fix or mend

[Bridge]
Don't give solutions in category two
Just point out patterns, let the team think it through
Save your authority for what matters most
Category three directives, that's your powerful post

[Verse 4]
Category three is non-negotiable direction
Strategic positioning that needs your protection
Ten to twenty percent of surgical precision
These carry weight because they're rare decisions

[Chorus]
Must-read, observe, direct - that's the framework
Must-read for context, observe patterns at work
Direct what matters most, just ten to twenty percent
Three categories clear, that's how good leaders communicate

[Outro]
Replace those endless OKRs today
With Cousineau's three-category way
Must-read, observe, direct - remember these three
That's how effective leadership should be

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