6 Ways To Talk Like a Leader

6 Ways To Talk Like a Leader outlines these ideas:

• Understand that leadership talk is different
• Know what you want
• Watch out for “but”
• Go easy with superlatives
• Stop the “uptalk” (upwards inflection like you’re asking a question
• Don’t pull back (lean in).

It’s worth a quick read.

Other posts on this blog that may help you in your quest to lead more effectively:

• Leaders come in early as a coach, not late as a judge
• Managing difficult staff with empathy
• Eight tips on preparing for a big presentation
• Managing difficult staff with empathy