"In a leadership role, so much more of communication is about connecting with people, establishing shared humanity, motivating them, inspiring them, sometimes challenging them."

On August 1, 2024, Jonathan D. Levin, the tenth dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business, was appointed the President of Stanford University. In this Think Fast, Talk Smart episode from 2022, Levin reflects on the importance of communication as a leader. There is a balance, he says, in being direct with your dialogue, while also "leaving space for people to form their own opinions, to discuss ideas, to debate."

Episode Reference Links:

Jonathan Levin • Original Episode: Ep.68 Directive vs. Dialogue: Communicating Better as a Leader

Connect:

Premium Signup • >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback • >>> [email protected] Episode Transcripts • >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning • >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart • >>> LinkedIn • , Instagram • , YouTubeMatt Abrahams • >>> LinkedIn

******** Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.

Take advantage of our Sponsor offer from Superhuman