194: Speaking Up: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply

Ever found yourself lost in a complex presentation? Maybe you’ve been the presenter and the audience looked a bit confused?

If you want to be an effective senior leader, communicating complex ideas in a simple way is a key skill. 

In this episode, we’re talking about communicating complex ideas with simplicity, the biggest traps to avoid, and the tools and tips to help you overcome this common leadership hurdle. 

Ready to make sure your words are hitting the mark?

Let’s go to the show!

I dive into:

• How to simplify complex ideas for effective communication
• Avoiding communication breakdowns in the workplace
• Mistaking complexity for competence (“sounding clever”)
• Effective communication across different fields
• 6 practical tips for conveying your message effectively
• And more

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