Say It Clearly at Work: 40 Printable Phrase Cards + Guide

Know the first sentence to say when work gets awkward: 40 cards for asking for clarity, pushing back, giving feedback and saying no.

Most hard conversations at work go wrong in the first sentence: too soft ("it's fine"), too sharp ("that won't work"), or nothing at all. Each card gives you the exact line to say, when to use it, the common reflex to avoid ("Instead of"), and what to say next so the conversation goes somewhere. Cards feature Jordan from the Pixel Career Shorts.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Cards PDF (US Letter and A4): 40 cards, 4 per page with cut lines (4.25 x 5.5 in / A6), plus a cover page
• Guide PDF (US Letter and A4), 8 pages: how each kind of conversation works, all 40 lines with context, practice pages to rewrite the lines in your own words, 1-page quick reference
• README (printing and use) and personal-use license

FORMAT

• Instant digital download: 4 PDFs plus README and license
• PDF, fonts embedded. Print at home or keep the PDF on your phone as a reference.

Do I need card stock? No. Plain paper works; 65-110 lb card stock feels like real cards.

Is this HR or legal advice? No. The lines are starting points for everyday work conversations. For harassment, safety, discrimination or legal issues, talk to HR or a qualified adviser.

Is it for managers? It is written for anyone, especially the first few years of a job. Managers can use the feedback cards with their teams.

Can I print copies for my team? You can hand printed copies to your own team; please do not share the files.

14-day fix-or-refund: if a file is broken or not as described, message us within 14 days and we will fix it or refund you.