Putting Information Theory to Work
Apply information theory: Entropy measures surprise and uncertainty. High entropy is informative, low is predictable. Remove redundancy, prioritize signal.
February 2026
January 2026
Applying Communication Theory to Real Interactions
Apply communication theory: senders encode messages, receivers decode them with different interpretations. Anticipate misunderstandings by checking meaning.
How to Communicate Complex Ideas to Any Audience
Learn practical techniques for explaining complex concepts clearly to audiences with different levels of expertise.
The Ladder of Abstraction Explained Simply
Learn how the ladder of abstraction helps you move between concrete details and abstract concepts for clearer communication.
How to Communicate Complex Ideas to Any Audience
Learn practical techniques for explaining complex concepts clearly to audiences with different levels of expertise.
December 2025
Frequently Confused Cognitive Terms Explained
Clarify commonly confused cognitive and thinking terms with precise distinctions that sharpen your understanding and communication.
Key Decision-Making Terms People Misuse
Clarify commonly confused decision-making terminology with precise definitions and examples of correct usage.
October 2025
How Communication Breaks Down Explained
Understand why communication fails—from encoding problems to context mismatches, learning common breakdown points and how to prevent them.
September 2025
Communication Clarity Checklist
Put main point upfront—don't bury the lead. Use concrete examples. Define jargon. Check audience understanding through questions.
June 2025
Signal vs Noise: How to Communicate What Actually Matters
Signal is information that matters; noise is everything else. Good communication maximizes signal and minimizes noise to focus attention on what counts.
Principles of Clarity Used by Great Communicators
Great communicators use simple words, concrete examples, clear structure, and remove unnecessary complexity to ensure their message is understood.