Jared inquired "What are some of the key areas I can improve to prepare myself for a managerial role?"

While key areas will differ among individuals and industry, good communication is a common prerequisite for leadership.

Good communication is more than the words we say. Dr. Albert Mehrabian of UCLA revealed that 55% of impact in communication is visual.

Your posture, gestures, facial expression, attire, and handshake all communicate for you. What are they saying?

38% of impact is vocal. Do you sound confident? How is your intonation and pace?

In addition to choosing your words carefully, examine the visual and vocal messages you are sending.

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