Guest contributors came from various market sectors, geographies, and experiences. All had the freedom to choose any topic of experience that reflected their perspectives on effective communication.

Connecting the material to executives doesn’t mean dumbing down the work.

However, without clear and effective communication, even the most well-structured risk management plans fail in execution.

Every major decision relies on an inner circle of trusted advisors.

The things you do to make your presentation and reports more accessible to people with impairments make your work more understandable to all

A well-timed pause isn’t a break in your speech—it’s part of your message.

Focus first on the opening. Focus next on the closing. The blind spot is that they spend too much time on time on the main body.

When you communicate evenly, you foster collaboration and show respect for the collective wisdom in the room.

Simple questions feel less intimidating, making people more likely to respond truthfully.

It’s a subtle shift that makes a world of difference.

Career growth depends on using proven communication approaches in addition to hard skills.

The next time you feel inclined to make a statement, try turning it into a question instead.

Professional design tools like Canva are essential for effective communication.

Big decisions take months or years to make, involve an inner circle of advisors, require some math, and evolve through uncertainty.

FINESSE is a model that helps you get the boss, and boss's boss, to understand.

Anteneh Zewde is a Global Reliability & Maintenance Consultant/Leader at DuPont.

Props make what you say memorable. They make you memorable, too.

This divergence in values can lead to differing expectations and communication styles in the workplace.

Where most advisors lose the "trust" in "trusted advisor" is when they mix the roles of “advisor” with “decision maker.”

Your ability to communicate can steer your project toward success or drive it into chaos