{"id":6084,"date":"2018-04-12T18:25:53","date_gmt":"2018-04-12T23:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.scottcochrane.com\/?p=6084"},"modified":"2018-04-12T18:25:53","modified_gmt":"2018-04-12T23:25:53","slug":"10-unmistakable-signs-youre-talking-like-a-leader-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scottcochrane.com\/index.php\/2018\/04\/12\/10-unmistakable-signs-youre-talking-like-a-leader-2\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Unmistakable Signs You’re Talking Like a Leader"},"content":{"rendered":"

Leaders talk like leaders.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There is a rhythm, a cadence and an unmistakable style of communicating that can instantly be recognized in effective leaders. It\u2019s a way of communicating that mobilizes teams, that instills confidence and that clarifies directions.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leaders talk like leaders.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Like any language, the skill of talking like a leader can be learned, developed and mastered.<\/strong><\/p>\n

As a starting point, here are 10 unmistakable signs that you\u2019re talking like a leader\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. The Language of Leadership Aims for Clarity<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Leaders don\u2019t muddle their message by trying to use impressive sounding long words. Leaders are driven to ask not, \u201cWas it impressive?\u201d but \u201cWas it\u00a0clear<\/u>?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2. The Language of Leadership Paints a Compelling Picture<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    • Leaders describe a picture of a preferred future. And they do so using vivid, inspiring word pictures of where the journey is going.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      3. The Language of Leadership is Concise<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      • Leaders are not ramblers. They get to the point.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        4. The Language of Leadership is Passionate<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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        • For leaders, tone is as important as content. They use their voice, their expression, and their body language to convey the authentic passion they feel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          5. The Language of Leadership is Emotionally Intelligent<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          • When leaders speak they keep their radar on full alert to the emotional dynamics in the room, and they adjust their words accordingly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            6. The Language of Leadership is Thoughtful<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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            • The mark of a leader is the profound ability to speak well-reasoned words, versus off-the-cuff opinions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              7. The Language of Leadership is Optimistic<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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              • Leaders are not na\u00efve, but they communicate hope.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                8. The Language of Leadership is Truthful<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                • \u2018nuff said.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  9. The Language of Leadership is Respectful<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                  • Leadership language does not dominate a conversation; it makes sure all of the other voices are heard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    10. The Language of Leadership is Action-Oriented<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                    • Leaders don\u2019t merely talk about a subject. They use their words to move people towards action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Take the time to study the communication skills of great leaders. Watch and listen for how they deliver their message in a way that is compelling, clear, respectful, and so on. Discern how they apply these principles into their communication.<\/p>\n

                      And then be purposeful in incorporating these principles into your own communication.<\/p>\n

                      Because the mark of great leadership is not only found in what you say, but in how you say it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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