In today's world, it is imperative that we have a voice. I am not talking about the sounds that come out of our mouth when we speak, but a true voice. Something that we each believe and hold true. Something that resonates so deep within us that we can't help but talk about it. do you have a voice? We all do and it deserves to be heard. Some people may choose not to listen to our voice, but that is their loss. :) It is natural to want everyone to get It. We want them to understand our voice and receive our message, but that does not happen all of the time. This last presidential election was a prime example of delivering a message that some received and some did not. I watched both the Democratic and Republican Conventions in an effort to study the speakers. I found that how they delivered their message was just as important as what they said. Were they passionate? Were they strong? Did it make sense? These are all the things I asked myself. Finding your voice is just the first step. After you find your voice, what will you do with it next? I guess the question is not what will you do with it, but what you surely cannot do with it. You most definitely can not have your voice silenced. Many people intentionally or unintentionally try to silence our voices with their actions and words (especially in the workplace). Regardless of the situation, be sure you are heard.
As leaders, it is our job to assert our voice and help others find theirs. We do not want to be the type of so-called leaders that only enjoys hearing the sound of his/her own voice. If that were the case, we would not be leaders would we? People enjoy being heard. It is one of the key aspects of true leadership. Listening to others as they tell you who they are and what they are passionate about is paramount. The important question is: What are you going to do once that information is given to you? The answer is value that information and help your followers to cultivate their voice. If you do that, you will not only be seen as a leader, but you will be giving as as leader as well. Whether you are leading the meeting or simply a member of the team, remember we all have a voice and it deserves to be heard.
As leaders, it is our job to assert our voice and help others find theirs. We do not want to be the type of so-called leaders that only enjoys hearing the sound of his/her own voice. If that were the case, we would not be leaders would we? People enjoy being heard. It is one of the key aspects of true leadership. Listening to others as they tell you who they are and what they are passionate about is paramount. The important question is: What are you going to do once that information is given to you? The answer is value that information and help your followers to cultivate their voice. If you do that, you will not only be seen as a leader, but you will be giving as as leader as well. Whether you are leading the meeting or simply a member of the team, remember we all have a voice and it deserves to be heard.
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