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How to feel confident when talking to powerful people

Judith Humphrey
12 March 2024
4 min
PME All levels

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When communicating with senior people within organisations, the overall key is to project confidence without arrogance.

Summary

  1. Master subject matter to gain confidence.
  2. Be respectful to avoid arrogance.
  3. Focus on brief and attentive communication.
  4. Align discussion to key points.
  5. Use strong words to reinforce messages.

 

READ: How to feel confident when talking to powerful people

References

  • Media Check: Fast Company - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
  • COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC
 

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