🗣️ Breaking the Silence: A Trainable Leadership Skill
Breaking silence and making decisions in uncertainty is a foundational leadership skill that can be developed through practice.
The challenge becomes even greater when working with your close team, as you spend 85-90% of your waking hours with them.
Key insights:
- Getting out of your head is essential
- Speaking up despite discomfort builds confidence
- This is a trainable skill, not a fixed personality trait
- Practice makes it easier over time
Leaders must learn to voice their thoughts, ask questions, and contribute to discussions even when they feel uncertain or nervous.
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