Hello KSKOers
Welcome to today’s Knowing Self-Aware Leadership ‘Core Concepts’ minimalistical!
One of the most important things I learned from leading a restructure many year ago, was to communicate, communicate, communicate. And when you have nothing to say; communicate some more. Don’t leave people without any news. I mean, who really interprets no news as good news??
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Looking forward to joining you on your learning journey!
Nia
When Silence isn’t an Option – 5 Leadership Tips for Open Communication
- Say Something, Even If It’s Nothing At All: When leaders say nothing, people often fill in the blanks themselves. Let your team know what is going on, even if the answer is “I’ve got nothing new to tell you”. It shows openness and builds trust.
- Be Seen and Be Present: Whether it is a quick hello in the corridor or showing up to a virtual team meeting, being visible matters. People want to know their leaders are present, engaged and approachable.
- Keep the Conversation Going: Communication is not a one-off task. Keep people updated regularly, at the start of a change, while it is happening, and even when nothing’s happening. Ongoing updates help people feel included.
- Do Not Let Rumours Take Over: The rumour mill loves silence. Step in early to clear up confusion, answer questions and make sure the story people are hearing is………….
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