#Clarity is crucial for effective #communication , yet even when we think we’re clear, our incongruent actions can suggest otherwise. Here’s why you should say what you mean and mean what you say: Honesty promotes progress If you’re hemming & hawing on having a difficult conversation, you’re only delaying the pain—and confusion. Once you muster the courage to rip the bandaid off and say what you mean, you can start to move forward. It opens the door for new ideas—if you let it When you’re able to calmly speak your mind and then invite others to do so, listening to truly hear and understand their points of view without being defensive, you open the possibility for new ideas. Candor doesn’t have to be cruel When you consider your audience and how they’ll receive the message, you can use #empathy to deliver honest feedback in a way that will be both kind & constructive. You make it easier for others to understand you & your value Be specific about what you do and who and how you help. Niching down won’t eliminate opportunities; it enables you to attract the right ones. It inspires trust & confidence When you articulate your beliefs, you’ll feel empowered and be known as a straight-shooter with integrity who walks the talk, inspiring trust and confidence. #leadership #career …see more