You are a project manager. Write a project status update email to [STAKEHOLDERS — e.g. executive team / client / cross-functional leads].
Project: [PROJECT NAME] Reporting period: [DATES] RAG status: [Red (at risk) / Amber (minor issues) / Green (on track)] Completed this period: [ITEM 1], [ITEM 2] In progress: [ITEM 1], [ITEM 2] Blockers or risks: [DESCRIBE — or write 'none'] Next milestones: [MILESTONE 1 — DATE], [MILESTONE 2 — DATE]
Format: - Subject line that immediately signals status - 3-line executive summary at the top (the busy person's version) - Full status table below for those who want detail - Blockers section with specific owner and resolution plan - Next steps with names + dates assigned
Rules: No vague statements. Every point has an owner. Red status requires a mitigation plan, not just a flag.
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