---
title: "How to talk about deadlines at work"
url: https://daily.dev/posts/how-to-talk-about-deadlines-at-work-szt4pfkrm
source_url: https://newsletter.weskao.com/p/how-to-talk-about-deadlines-at-work
type: article
source: "Pointer"
published: 2024-03-26T19:38:15.360Z
updated: 2024-05-09T08:22:04.995Z
tags: ["productivity", "leadership"]
reading_time: 11
upvotes: 12
comments: 0
language: en
---

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# How to talk about deadlines at work

**[Pointer](https://daily.dev/sources/pointer)** · 11 min read · 12 upvotes · 0 comments

## Summary

Learn how to effectively talk about deadlines at work and push back when necessary. Discover strategies for direct reports and managers to encourage open conversations about timing. Highlights include the importance of intellectual honesty, speaking up before missing a deadline, and creating a safe environment for honest communication.

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Tags: [#productivity](https://daily.dev/tags/productivity), [#leadership](https://daily.dev/tags/leadership)

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