Quite often we see the tendency of leaders to use their words in a very odd ways. Some leaders simply use their mouth as a blunt instrument whenever they feel they have just cause or want to get attention. When you use undisciplined dismissive rhetoric you may come across as showing contempt. Sometimes we have to sacrifice our raw emotions for disciplined thought, claims the leadershipnow.com website.
The problem arises when a leader doesn’t think it through. You should always anticipate legitimate pushback so you need to try to persuade your audience. Declarations only are not good enough.
Good leader has self-awareness
You need to have enough self-awareness to help you to understand what impact your comments may have on others. The best leaders seek to influence and connect with everyone around them. They are not focused solely on their enthusiastic supporters. They want to influence anyone around them.
Your goal should be to gain converts
Your rhetoric may help point out differences but your ultimate goal should be to bring reconciliation. To be an effective leader, know at all times that your claims can be misunderstood. You surely don’t want to appear as someone who is one-sided and prejudice. True leaders try hard not to let that happen. It should be part of due diligence of leaders in politics and everywhere.
Attention versus civility
When grabbing attention is more important than civility, politesse is not of practical value. We don’t always have the time to polish our words. We may miss the chance to add our voice to something happening at the moment. The pressure to respond quickly often leaves no time to be thoughtful and disciplined. That doesn’t mean we can’t be remarkable in our speech.
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