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What advice would you give on tailoring communication effectively across different levels of an organization?
What advice would you give on tailoring communication effectively across different levels of an organization?
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Ray von Dohren
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Huh. I grew up in Burlingame right up the road from you. University Avenue was one of my favorite strolls.
Know to whom you are talking. Or, at another level, who you are talking or who you are talking to. Is it formal? Can you be funny? What do you want to convey? Don’t ever ever be pedantic on any level. Have a personality. You’re not a machine.
After a while, you will find out that you are just you. That people will warm to you as a person not you the talking head. You will come across as genuine. If you are talking to a group, talk to each person as if she or he was the only one there. If you can do that effectively, then you can go get yourself a cookie. You got it.
I really did grow up in Burlingame, but even if I had not, I might have started this the same way.
Know to whom you are talking. Or, at another level, who you are talking or who you are talking to. Is it formal? Can you be funny? What do you want to convey? Don’t ever ever be pedantic on any level. Have a personality. You’re not a machine.
After a while, you will find out that you are just you. That people will warm to you as a person not you the talking head. You will come across as genuine. If you are talking to a group, talk to each person as if she or he was the only one there. If you can do that effectively, then you can go get yourself a cookie. You got it.
I really did grow up in Burlingame, but even if I had not, I might have started this the same way.
Rigoberto Godínez Segura
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Hi,
Well, in my opinion effective communication can make a huge difference in any organization.
In my experience, tailoring communication builds trust, clarity, and better teamwork. It helps avoid misunderstandings and creates a more connected environment. Besides, this also contributes to synergy across the organization.
The key is to adapt your message based on your audience. When communicating with leadership, I focus on being clear, concise, and highlighting the impact or results. When talking to teammates or colleagues, I try to be more collaborative, sharing details and encouraging open dialogue.
It’s also important to listen actively and understand how others prefer to communicate. Some people value data and structure, while others respond better to stories or practical examples.
Regards,
Well, in my opinion effective communication can make a huge difference in any organization.
In my experience, tailoring communication builds trust, clarity, and better teamwork. It helps avoid misunderstandings and creates a more connected environment. Besides, this also contributes to synergy across the organization.
The key is to adapt your message based on your audience. When communicating with leadership, I focus on being clear, concise, and highlighting the impact or results. When talking to teammates or colleagues, I try to be more collaborative, sharing details and encouraging open dialogue.
It’s also important to listen actively and understand how others prefer to communicate. Some people value data and structure, while others respond better to stories or practical examples.
Regards,
Nicole Chryssicas
Marketing
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Hello! I know messaging can feel daunting when you’re delivering it to multiple audiences but the real key to success is pretty easy: always be yourself while knowing your audience. The message you’re delivering stays the same, while the tone shifts. Think of it like music—the melody is consistent, but you can play it in rock, jazz, or classical depending on who’s listening.
When you really understand your audience, you can truly be an effective communicator. You will usually find that executives often want the big picture (results-focused and concise); peers usually appreciate more context and a collaborative tone; while team members need clear guidance, actionable steps, and a more of a supportive voice. Adjusting your style doesn’t mean changing the substance of your message or your personality.
Just remember - always keep your core message consistent. The tone may vary, but the truth, facts, and purpose behind what you’re saying should remain steady. Keep that music analogy top of mind when you’re writing - same melody, different styles. The better you adapt your delivery to your audience, the more your message will land.
When you really understand your audience, you can truly be an effective communicator. You will usually find that executives often want the big picture (results-focused and concise); peers usually appreciate more context and a collaborative tone; while team members need clear guidance, actionable steps, and a more of a supportive voice. Adjusting your style doesn’t mean changing the substance of your message or your personality.
Just remember - always keep your core message consistent. The tone may vary, but the truth, facts, and purpose behind what you’re saying should remain steady. Keep that music analogy top of mind when you’re writing - same melody, different styles. The better you adapt your delivery to your audience, the more your message will land.