Assign with Clarity: The PPP Brief That Prevents Misfires

When your assignment isn’t clear, even the most capable team members will struggle. Miscommunication leads to rework, missed deadlines, and frustration on all sides. We’ve all been there.

The PPP Assignment Brief is a leadership tool introduced in the Assign chapter of the MACRO Leadership model. It helps leaders delegate with confidence by answering three key questions before handing off any project:

✅ The PPP Framework
- Problem – What are we solving? Why is this important now?
- Path – What constraints, boundaries, or expectations shape this work?
- Payoff – What does success look like, and why does it matter?

This model transforms your role from task-giver to strategic guide. When you clearly name the problem and link the work to impact, people take more ownership and bring better ideas to the table.

It works for large projects and weekly check-ins alike. You can use it in written briefs, meeting notes, or one-on-one conversations. It’s quick, it’s powerful, and it helps you lead without micromanaging.

📥 Download the Tool
We’ve created a one-page PPP Assignment Brief Template you can use right away. Use it for your next project kickoff—or better yet, co-author it with your team member to build shared understanding.

🔁 MACRO Leadership Connection
In the MACRO model, Assign builds on Prioritize and Match by answering:
“What, exactly, am I asking this person to do, and how will we both know it’s successful?”

The PPP tool helps you answer that question clearly, every time.