Instructions for a colleague

In my opinion, I think that the best approach for giving instructions to someone is by sharing a note or an email with the main points of the request and then offer the other person to get back to you with questions or inquiries that he/she may have. Sometimes, a brief call to better alignment with your colleague is a good practice too, since he/she may need some clarification or examples about what it should be done. I also think it is worth considering that you should always make your request politely and explaining what is the final goal you are looking for by doing it.

i think the both ways is good but i prefer texting messages because i have time to write all the instructions without missing some information

Sometimes, I prefer to write them a note. But the best way is call and speak to them in the meeting. I think it is the best way and suitable for team members because sometimes, If they didn't check the notes or email, it can be trouble for all. I suggested to speak to them is the best way.

No, I don't email. But I'd like to speak throughout a voice message by what's up, it's an easy way and quickly, I am using everyday that thing.

From my perspective it depends on a situation. If I give a short, everyday instructions I definitely prefer the oral ones. But if I give more complicated, composed of many points instructions I prefer the written ones. It can help not to forget about something important.

I'd like to write an email note so it look more profession. On the other hand, the information is greater clearly.

I think the best way to give instructions is through the two options - talk frontally with a person and also write a note. To me this is a guarantee of perfect understanding.

I prefer to call him to tell him what is the instructions. After that, I also prefer to write it to him as a message so that he he will not forget.

I have to give someone instructions when I was in charge of the task that I had done before. I usually speak to them all things that they have to do and require them to note those. We discuss more the task and have the final agreement. Then, I also write an email to give them a list-to-do. I think this is a good way to give someone instructions.