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FOUNDATIONAL LEADERSHIP: Mastering Communication

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Effective leadership begins with clear and impactful communication. Here are five key communication skills every leader should hone:

1️. Active Listening: Understand your team’s perspectives and concerns.

2️ Clarity and Conciseness: Communicate ideas clearly and avoid ambiguity.

3️ Empathy: Connect with your team by understanding their emotions and motivations.

4️ Nonverbal Communication: Pay attention to body language and gestures to enhance your message.

5️ Feedback: Provide honest, constructive feedback and encourage open dialogue.

Strong communication fosters trust, collaboration, and alignment within your team. For leadership to be effective, you need to be FULLY PRESENT AND FOCUSED in the moment.

What communication skill do you find most essential whether managing a team or on a matrix team?

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