What is it?
A facts-and-questions list records observed information separately from interpretations.
Why would I need this?
Practice deciding what needs checking before acting.
Show me.
- Describe the event without assigning a motive.
- List facts you directly know.
- List questions and guesses separately.
- Choose a reasonable way to check one unanswered question.
Try it.
An invented office has not replied for two days. List what is known and what is only a guess.
Watch out for this.
This exercise does not tell you to ignore a deadline. Check any timing instructions you have.
Explain this another way
Focus on one small task: separate what you know from what you suspect. You can practice aloud, on paper, or with someone you trust.
Show me an example
HAB practice example: Alex knows the request was sent, but does not know whether it was received or reviewed.
What does that word mean?
Open the full glossaryYou did it.
You have practiced a useful next step. Repeat it if you want, or continue at your own pace.