L-3 The Language of Leaders

Language may refer either to the specifically human capacity for acquiring and using complex systems of communication, or to a specific instance of such a system of complex communication. Good leaders lead and inspire others to action through their effective use of language skills. A leader’s ability to influence their audience positively and to overcome barriers to effectively communicate is the essence of leadership communication.

Leaders who can achieve a positive ethos through tone and style need to project a confident tone when they speak and write. They want to sound confident and capture the right words in the right way. The tone influences the success of the message and its impact. A best way to make your writing clear is to make it concise. Clear writing is direct and to the point. A concise and confident style with an appropriate tone contributes to a positive ethos. In order to use the business language correctly you must avoid errors, errors affect a person’s creditability and may cause unwanted confusion and conflict later on in the process. This is highly unprofessional and must be avoided at all cost. To avoid these errors you must use traditional business grammar. This includes proper punctuation, proper business terms, correct spelling and avoiding improper or sexist language.

Creating your writing is an important skill that involves practice and discipline. The key method to creating is proofreading and using computer tools to spell check and make grammar corrections for you. This will make you look professional and well manage.

In conclusion, as a leader you create meaning and focus for those who follow you by the words you select and how you put those words together to make sentences. You guide people by the words you speak and inspire them by the way you conduct your communication skills.