Effective communication skills are some of the most important practices that we're never explicitly taught. Despite how critical communication is, most of us are never formally taught the fundamentals of communication.
In our professional lives, communication skill gaps show themselves in many ways. Common examples include:
Difficulty in clearly explaining ideas
Challenges building visibility or influence, especially in group settings
Getting passed over for promotion
Struggling to drive alignment or get buy-in
Difficulty navigating high-pressure situations
Not being able to speak up to voice needs or set boundaries
Avoiding difficult conversations or necessary confrontation
Struggling to negotiate successfully
At Elevate, we work with our clients to develop the communication skills and strategies needed for clear, confident communication.
There is no single "right" way to communicate, or to learn communication skills. At Elevate, we believe it's critical to understand the person before setting the path.
We understand and respect that people learn in different ways. Our approach responds to focus on the methods & styles that are most effective for you as a client and learner.
We meet people where they are — which often means helping them understand their owns strengths — and build from there. In our years of practice, we've found that this focus on building our strengths can be a powerful way to drive personal growth.
Just as there isn’t a “right” way to communicate, there’s also no single personality style that we should all model ourselves on. At Elevate, we don't try to change who you are. Instead, we help develop the communication skills that let you shine as you.
Our communication coaching augments your strengths and addresses your weaknesses so that you can better connect with your audiences, no matter who they are.
Whether you're more of an extrovert or an introvert, someone who thrives in the spotlight or prefers being backstage — clear and effective communication is a valuable skill set to help you achieve your goals, both in work and in life.