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Caught Over-Explaining? Watch This
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This week, I witnessed a communication mistake that many smart professionals make without realizing it. One of my leads needed an SME to review his work. Instead of making a simple request, he spent the next few minutes explaining why the review was needed, why it mattered, and why he was asking. As I listened, I realized something. The more he justified his request, the less confident he sounded. It wasn't because his work was weak. It was because he felt he had to earn the right to ask. That moment reminded me of an important lesson about Communication Intelligence—one that can quietly shape how people perceive your confidence, credibility, and leadership. I recorded a short video sharing the story, the advice I gave him afterward, and one question every professional should ask before they speak. I'd love to know if you've ever caught yourself over-explaining at work. Reply to this email after you've watched the video and let me know your biggest takeaway. See you in the comments. As always, thanks for being awesome! Rama
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