Speak Like a Leader: Mastering Effective Communication for Success

Written By Julie Entwistle MBA, BSc (OT), BSc.

There are few things more important in leadership than the ability to safely and productively communicate. This article, How Great Leaders Communicate, highlights the communication skills of Transformational Leaders. These include:

  1. Use short words to talk about hard things: Use simple, clear language to discuss complex topics. Avoid jargon and opt for straightforward terms to enhance understanding and engagement.

  2. Utilize Metaphors: Metaphors can make abstract concepts more relatable and memorable. Create vivid imagery that resonates with your audience to convey messages effectively.

  3. Humanize Data: Numbers and charts are valuable, but storytelling adds context and meaning. Connect data to real-life scenarios to make information more accessible and engaging.

  4. Craft a Mission Mantra: Align your mission with core values and create a mantra that encapsulates your purpose. Inspire others by framing your work in a meaningful and relatable context.

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Julie Entwistle MBA, BSc (OT), BSc.

Julie Entwistle is a Certified FocalPoint Business Coach and works with business owners and professional service providers.

Julie helps her clients by building their business confidence so they can run, grow, and develop legacy practices that are focused and optimally successful. Julie knows that when professional service businesses do better, their clients also benefit. She knows this because she was one! Prior to joining FocalPoint, Julie was an independent owner of her own healthcare business before successfully merging, growing, and selling the practice. As an owner Julie had her own business coach, and this was a key element in her success.

Academically, Julie has degrees in Health Studies and Gerontology and Health Science (Occupational Therapy) from the University of Waterloo and McMaster, respectively, and an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier. She attended Queens University as a part-time Doctorate student prior to discontinuing her studies in 2023. Julie is also a Chartered Director and has Board and governance experience.

Julie grew up in a franchise family, so business is in her DNA. She has raised four daughters who are off writing their own stories as young adults. Julie is active and fit with a black belt in Karate, a competitive golf game, and enjoys many other sports. She believes in authenticity, showing kindness to all living things, and is happiest when helping others to build their own wealth and wellness.

Find Julie on LinkedIn at: linkedin.com/in/julieentwistle

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