In this unit we'll examine your communication style! This is where your leadership personality, preferences, and natural tendencies show up most clearly as you step into your new role.

Your communication style isn't just how you speak - it's how you listen, provide guidance, handle disagreements, and collaborate with your team.

Engagement Message

As a new leader, what communication habit do you want to develop first?

Here's the reality: you communicate based on your own perspective, but your team receives it through their unique filters. What feels clear and helpful to you might feel overwhelming to them.

The approach that worked when you were an individual contributor might need adjustment now that you're leading others.

Engagement Message

Think of a recent team interaction—did your message land the way you intended?

Let's explore four key leadership communication styles. Direct leaders cut to the chase, focus on results, and give clear, straightforward feedback.

This style builds efficiency and clarity but can feel too blunt or impersonal to team members who need more context and relationship-building.

Engagement Message

When leading meetings, do you prefer getting straight to business or building rapport first?

Collaborative leaders love gathering ideas, involving everyone in decisions, and building team consensus before moving forward.

This creates strong team buy-in and innovative solutions but can slow down progress when quick leadership decisions are needed.

Engagement Message

When facing a team challenge, do you prefer exploring all options together or providing clear direction?

Supportive leaders focus on team member feelings, provide lots of encouragement, and work to maintain harmony within the group.

This builds trust and psychological safety but sometimes important performance issues don't get addressed as quickly as they should.