Cindy Esliger addresses the fact that how we say things, not just what we say, can have an impact on career opportunities and advancement. Our communication style matters to our credibility and helps in garnering respect. And Cindy points out that effective communication is as much about relaying information as receiving it. 

Effective communication involves assertiveness, empathy, and active listening. Cindy advises us to seek constructive criticism from colleagues on our communication style. We should aim to achieve self promotion with integrity and without arrogance. There are also the nonverbal communication cues - body language and facial expressions - to consider.

Cindy identifies five common communication styles - aggressive, passive, passive-aggressive, assertive, and diplomatic - and explains what each looks like and what impact they each have. She then gives four tips on how to identify which communication style we employ. It’s not just what we say, though that matters, but the way in which we say it that affects our career growth.

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Guide to Improve Your Communication
• Astronomic Audio
• Confidence Collective

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