The way in which a leader communicates orally in professional settings carries a lot of meaning. Tone, pitch, grammar, and vocabulary combine to establish credibility and to project confidence. The elusive quality of executive presence is, in part, a reflection of vocal style and choices.
It’s not only important WHAT we say but also HOW we say it. And most important is that the HOW matches the WHAT. If there is no congruence then people get confused and very often remember the mood rather than the content.
I live in the land if uptalk where every sentence sounds like a question. Interesting how intonation can have an impact on behavior while body language is less effective. Or is it just about trying to read someone else’s body language. I would think how you carry yourself while speaking might facilitate the message you are trying to convey.
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It’s not only important WHAT we say but also HOW we say it. And most important is that the HOW matches the WHAT. If there is no congruence then people get confused and very often remember the mood rather than the content.
I live in the land if uptalk where every sentence sounds like a question. Interesting how intonation can have an impact on behavior while body language is less effective. Or is it just about trying to read someone else’s body language. I would think how you carry yourself while speaking might facilitate the message you are trying to convey.