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This Is How Successful Professionals Communicate With Clarity
When you say what you mean and mean what you say, your business interactions will soar.
Growth Spurt
Some years ago, I coached a newly appointed director within a large company. He was super smart, enthusiastic, and passionate about having his division become a success. His first six months had started with a bang with my client implementing new ways to expand upon what his teams already provided for the company. But, he found himself stuck in his leadership during the following six months. His confidence faltered, which is why he reached out me.
During this time of growth within the division, my client struggled with some of the managers he had relied upon from the time he had been appointed. He felt they were resistant to his vision and blamed them for what he perceived as unnecessary delays.
“Why aren’t they doing what I ask them to do?” he asked me in frustration. I give them specific tasks to complete, but they don’t get them done in a timely manner. It’s like they’re tying to deliberately slow things down”.
“Really?, I asked. You believe the managers who supported your initial vision are now trying to sabotage that vision?”
