In my line of work, which is product management and building software, there’s often an inverse correlation between the number of words in a document and the amount of thought put into the problem space.
More words are often accompanied by a lack of structure, undercooked thinking, and an absence of conviction.
Fewer words, on the other hand, usually demonstrate deep thought, piercing arguments, and clear vision.
That’s not to say that all short documents are better. But if we aim to make our point in as few words as possible, chances are we’ll be forced to confront the gaps and faults in our thinking that ultimately lead us to a better answer.