A. Types of Formal Briefs - correct answer 1. Information Brief
2. Advocacy/Decision Brief
3. Staff Brief
4. Mission Brief
1. Information
... [Show More] Brief - correct answer a. Purpose is to keep the listener abreast of the current situation and supply specific information
b. Designed to inform the listener and gain their understanding. Deals with:
1) High priority facts and information requiring immediate action
2) Complex information on complicated plans, systems, statistics, or visuals
3) Controversial information requiring explanation
4) May have conclusions or recommendations
2. Advocacy/Decision Brief - correct answer a. Purpose is to persuade an audience to act; produce an answer to a question; or obtain a decision on a specific problem
1) Advocacy Brief - "Sell" your audience on a new idea, new policy, new product, or change in current operations. Requires convincing evidence and support.
2) Decision Brief - Briefer states he/she is looking for a decision. Ask for decision if one is not forthcoming at conclusion.
Advocacy/Decision Brief - correct answer b. Briefer must be prepared to present:
1) Assumptions
2) Facts
3) Alternative solutions
4) Reasons/rationale for recommended solution(s)
5) Coordination involved
6) Visual information
Advocacy/Decision Brief - correct answer c. Advise appropriate staff elements of the commander's decision after the brief.
3. Staff Brief - correct answer a. Purpose is to secure a coordinated effort and rapidly disseminate information orally, aid group decision-making, and secure a united effort.
b. Most widely used and flexible type of brief - used at all levels of command
c. Visuals make complex issues clearer
d. Keeps commanders/staff abreast of situation(s)
e. May involve an exchange of information, issuance of directives, or presentation of guidance
4. Mission Brief - correct answer a. Purpose of Mission Brief is to impart information that is used to elaborate an order, give specific instructions, or instill an appreciation for the mission
b. Briefer must exercise care to avoid confusion or conflict with orders
c. Uses maps and graphical representations of situation(s) [Show Less]