minto-pyramid
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Use the Minto Pyramid to structure communication from conclusion to supporting points and details. Use when writing recommendations, executive summaries, decision memos, or answer-first explanations.
5 other projects use a version of this.
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- Smirnov-Labs/claude-skillstheir own version, first seen Nov 1, 2026
- liuiu030/BarbaraMintoFrameworktheir own version, first seen Sep 2, 2026
- millwright-labs/minto-pyramid-skilltheir own version, first seen Aug 16, 2026
- cal1888/claude-code-skillstheir own version, first seen Jul 18, 2026
- ullabalwi-oss/claude-skillstheir own version, first seen May 24, 2026
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- millwright-labs/minto-pyramid-skill★ 73same name
- Smirnov-Labs/claude-skills★ 6same name
- cal1888/claude-code-skills★ 1same name
- ullabalwi-oss/claude-skills★ 1same name
- liuiu030/BarbaraMintoFramework★ 0same name
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The file
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3 rules. 0 are common, 3 are distinctive, and 0 are very specific to this project.
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Common
Most of the 5 edited versions we read keep these.
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Distinctive
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- Common
- Distinctive
- Very specific
- Distinctive: line 20
Use "Bottom Line Up Front" (BLUF) principle
- Distinctive: line 25
Keep points concise and summary-like
- Distinctive: line 28
Add facts, evidence, numbers, and results
“Common” is measured: kept by at least 6 in 10 of the 5 edited versions of this file we could read. “Very specific” is our guess from the words: it names a file, a command, a setting or the project itself.
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Minto Pyramid
Overview
Category: Communication Tool Purpose: Make communication more efficient and clear by structuring information from conclusion to details
How It Works
1. Start with the Conclusion
- Lead with the main takeaway, recommendation, or message
- Capture audience attention early
- Use "Bottom Line Up Front" (BLUF) principle
2. Provide Key Points
- Support the conclusion with key arguments
- Explain the "why" behind the recommendation
- Keep points concise and summary-like
3. Support with Detailed Information
- Add facts, evidence, numbers, and results
- Provide credibility to key points
- Optional section for audiences needing more depth
Example
A research communication might look like:
- Conclusion first
- Key findings explaining the conclusion
- Detailed data and evidence supporting the findings
Key Takeaway
"The Minto Pyramid is a tool to give your (written) communication more clarity and efficiency."
Sources
- "The Minto Pyramid Principle" by Barbara Minto
- "BLUF: The Military Standard That Can Make Your Writing More Powerful"
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