Executive Summary

Create an executive summary for [document type: report/proposal/analysis/presentation]. Include:

1. Context (1-2 sentences)
   - What is this document about?
   - Why does it exist?
   - What prompted this work?

2. The "So What?" (2-3 sentences)
   - Bottom line upfront
   - Why this matters to the business
   - Impact if we do nothing vs if we act

3. Key Findings or Recommendations (3-5 bullets)
   - Most important insights
   - Critical data points
   - Core recommendations
   - Prioritized by impact

4. Decision or Action Needed (1-2 sentences)
   - What you're asking for
   - Decision needed by when
   - Who needs to decide or act

5. Next Steps (2-3 bullets)
   - Immediate actions
   - Timeline
   - Owners

6. Appendix Reference (1 sentence)
   - Where to find supporting details
   - Key sections to review for deep dive

**Guidelines:**
- Total length: 1 page maximum (300-400 words)
- Use clear, simple language (no jargon)
- Lead with conclusions, not methodology
- Make it readable in 2-3 minutes
- Assume reader won't read the full document
- Include only need-to-know information
- Use active voice
- Quantify when possible

**Format Options:**

**Option 1: Standard Format**
[Context paragraph]
[Key findings bullets]
[Recommendation]
[Decision needed]
[Next steps]

**Option 2: Narrative Format**
Write as flowing narrative with clear sections and headers

**Option 3: Visual Format**
- Use sections with icons/emojis
- Highlight key numbers
- Scannable structure

Format as a clear, concise executive summary that a busy executive can read in under 3 minutes.