As an entrepreneur, you’re likely to reach a turning point in your career. You start out relying on your vision and critical thinking to launch your new venture. Then, as your operations grow, you find that leadership and management skills become more important.
You may consider yourself a natural born leader, or you may have to work at some aspects of your new role. With practice, you can strengthen your leadership skills in these essential areas. A key skill that builds the foundation for all healthy relationships is effective communication.
Communication Skills for Entrepreneurs:
Create connections. Engage your employees and develop the relationships you need internally and externally. Build a support network that enables you to seek advice, discuss ideas, and discover other points of view.
Ask questions. Show others that you care by taking an interest in them. Find out more about what motivates your employees and what their personal goals are. Seek help when you need it, so you can make sound decisions and benefit from the experience of others.
Share feedback. Ask other’s how you’re doing. They’ll appreciate your regard for their opinion, and you’ll help each other to grow.
Provide inspiration. Lead by example. Let your passion and purpose unite your team. Discuss your mission statement and integrate your vision with your daily actions. Use one-on-one meetings and other tools to help employees align personal and organizational goals.
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