5 tips on how to communicate courageously in order to move forward…
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5 tips on how to communicate courageously in order to move forward…
Being able to communicate courageously and to the point is an art form in itself. It enables us to say what we want to say and to achieve what we want to achieve. A lot of people are reserved towards communicating courageously and confidently. Cultural background, the way in which people are raised and the customs and practices in our environment can often force us to sacrifice our personal way of communication. Most of the time people are not really aware of the way in which they communicate and also of the way in which they could communicate.
The art of being able to communicate courageously, with self-confidence and to the point, plays an essential role as we move forward professionally. At the end of the day, if we do not say what want and do not communicate it in the correct way, we will not get what we want. This is valid for the entire process starting with our own situation analyses, through to self-marketing, interaction with the different stakeholders.
Here are 5 tips on how you can implement courageous communication while moving forward:
1- Courageous communication starts from within. A courageous and self-aware reflection on the achievements in your career to date, on what you can do best and on what you want to achieve, is core. Step back and take a courageous look at your success stories. Get to know the real you. Make it a courageous reflection process during which you also confront the tough and maybe rather not so successful stories. By the way the word courage comes from the French word “coeur” meaning “heart”. It takes a strong heart to delve deeply and courageously to find out what you can do best and to achieve what you really want to achieve.
2- Courageous communication is a skill like any other skill and can be learned. So labelling yourself with a “ I cannot” or “I am not the type” tag is not the way forward. Better to think of the ways in which you intend to improve those skills. It all starts with a “courageous mindset”: “I can”, “I want”, “I will”. Leave those “shoulds”, “woulds” and “coulds” behind as they will tempt you back into your comfort zone. They provide the opportunity of leaving some doors open, the chance to turn back and turning back is not an option!
3- Watch and observe the way in which you communicate both in your private and professional environment. Communication is a verbal, nonverbal and written process. Let’s focus here on verbal and written communication. Which words do you use most and what kind of impact do you achieve? Have a notebook with you and note your observations on a continuous basis. Also ask your environment for feedback. Take your time and reflect: Could I have communicated more courageously? Which fears were standing in my way? In the worst case what could have happened? What kind of impact could I have achieved had I been more courageous?
4- A courageous communication strategy always helps. Especially during a professional new orientation phase. Connect your communication strategy with your self-branding strategy. Consider the road map of your new orientation. Every milestone can have its own communication mind map. What is the goal and objective? How do you get there? Who are the relevant stake holders and what is your strategy to communicate with them? Check your strategy from a courage point of view. How does it look if you review it from a courage perspective? Your courage perspective will often take you out of your comfort zone which is ok. Getting comfortable with the discomfort is part of the game.
5- Be patient and take time to practice. As mentioned above, communicating courageously is like any other skill, you start small and develop your skill over time. With regular practice you will get used to more courageous and confident communication. By looking back at your achievements through your courageous communication style, on a regular basis, you refresh your motivation and drive to continue. By the way, it is also important to celebrate those achievements. Pat yourself on the back and treat yourself to something. You have deserved it!
Take the courage and use the power of courageous communication to get what you want.
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