From the course: Becoming a Team Player from Day One
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Communicate with clarity and confidence
From the course: Becoming a Team Player from Day One
Communicate with clarity and confidence
The great author bell hooks once said, “Speaking becomes both a way to engage in active self-transformation and a rite of passage where one moves from being object to subject.” To be an effective team player, you have to take up space. It isn't negotiable. Because when you take up space, you give others the permission to see you as the esteemed contributor that you are. Clear communication is key to avoiding catastrophic misunderstandings and promoting a healthy team environment. In this video, I'll share some strategies you can develop for expressing your ideas clearly and confidently while respecting others' contributions. Your voice is more than just what you say. It is your action and allowances. Your body language and demeanor can say a lot. It can hint at your engagement. Sometimes withholding a laugh, nod, or smile can be just as much of a message of disapproval as enthusiastic clapping is a showing of appreciation. It's always important to know your surroundings and to use the…
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