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Project Delay Update to Leadership

Send a delay update that shows ownership and a forward plan.

Example message

We are trending two days behind the original timeline due to vendor data delays. I have a revised plan ready and can walk through tradeoffs this afternoon.

Why it can be misread

If the next step is not explicit, delays can sound like avoidance or uncertainty.

Analyze your own message

Analyze your own message

Paste your draft and see how the emotional impact changes over time.