"Communication is like oxygen to leadership. You can't be an effective leader without being an effective communicator." ___________________________________  👉 Join the "Big Sister" Mentorship Program Waitlist 🎥 Watch the full episode on Youtube  👯‍♀️ Sisterhood Club - Website 🔗 Connect with Georgie - LinkedIn  Thanks to our sponsor - CH Talent Solutions  ___________________________________ 🔗  Behind The Scenes Communications website 🔗 Connect with Catherine on LinkedIn ⭐️ Communicate to Connect online program Don't miss out on Catherine's exclusive offer for our listeners! Get 50% off her signature online program, "Communicate to Connect", by entering the code "careerconfidence2024" at checkout. Visit her website to learn more and take your leadership communication skills to the next level. ___________________________________ In this week's episode of the Career Confidence Podcast, Georgie Hubbard chats with Catherine Hollyman, a renowned leadership communication coach and the founder of Behind the Scenes Communications. With over 20 years of experience in helping leaders enhance their communication skills, Catherine delves into the critical role of communication in effective leadership. She shares practical advice on how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and connection. Catherine discusses how good communication can make or break leadership, the power of body language, and why listening is a crucial part of effective communication. Tune in to discover why "communication is the oxygen to leadership" and learn actionable strategies to improve your leadership communication skills.   Top Takeaways: Good Communication Equals Effective Leadership:"Good communication is essentially when the message sent is equal to the message that's being received." Catherine emphasises the importance of clear communication in ensuring that leaders and their teams are on the same page. Confidence Through Accomplishments:"Confidence is built on accomplishments. The great thing about it is that it’s cumulative – as soon as you've taken that first step, you can take the next and the next." Building confidence through small wins is crucial for effective leadership. The Role of Body Language:"Your body language can either reinforce your message or completely undermine it." Catherine discusses how non-verbal cues play a significant role in communication and leadership presence. Listening as a Key Component of Communication:"Listening is such a big part of communication. As a leader, you should communicate in proportion to the fact that you have two ears and one mouth." Effective leaders listen more than they speak, ensuring they understand their team's needs and perspectives.   Timestamps: [01:20] - Catherine Hollyman's background and career journey [02:57] - The importance of communication in leadership [06:21] - Defining good communication [08:52] - Steps to improve communication within teams [14:45] - The significance of listening in leadership [20:30] - Building confidence through small accomplishments [25:57] - Effective communication in a hybrid work environment [32:03] - The impact of body language on communication [39:23] - Catherine's personal journey to becoming a communication coach [44:48] - Final thoughts on leadership communication     ___________________________________ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the Career Confidence Podcast, leave a review, and share it with your colleagues. Be sure to connect with us on social media for updates and more Career Confidence tips! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️