8 Communication Hacks I Use To Be More Assertive As a Young Employee
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1. Speak slower than what feels natural
When we speak fast, it’s as if we’re worried we’ll get interrupted otherwise. (a) emphasizing select words, and
(b) deliberately pausing. 2. Interrupted? Then interrupt the interrupter Reclaim the word: “May I finish?” No need to wait for a pause. Interrupt th
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To appear more senior as a young employee, I use eight communication hacks. Speak slower than what feels natural and interrupt the interrupter if you get interrupted. Explain the bigger picture and avoid making statements sound like questions. Provide structure with signposts, cut the fluff in emails, and replace exclamation marks with periods. Finally, take physical space to show confidence. These hacks help me appear more senior and make my communication more effective.
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- 1. Speak slower than what feels natural When we speak fast, it’s as if we’re worried we’ll get interrupted otherwise.
- (a) emphasizing select words, and (b) deliberately pausing.
- 2. Interrupted? Then interrupt the interrupter
- Reclaim the word: “May I finish?” No need to wait for a pause. Interrupt the interrupter.
- 3. Explain the bigger picture What’s obvious to you, often isn’t to others.
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