051 I Unclear Communication at Work: Simple Communication Skills for Busy Women to Reduce Anxiety, Save Time, and Build Better Connection

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Elizabeth Amorino 0:00

Have you ever been at work and heard someone ask a question out loud, but not to anyone specifically? And then suddenly you're wondering, wait, are they talking to me? It seems small, but this kind of unclear communication in the workplace can create anxiety, waste time, and quietly break down connection between colleagues. Today we're talking about one simple communication shift that can completely change how you communicate at work and help you feel more calm, clear, and confident in your day.

Rosemay Webster 0:31

If this episode resonates with your experience as a working woman, trying to balance communication, connection, and a full schedule, share it with a friend or colleague who could use clearer, calmer workplace communication, not passive aggressively. And if you're ready to strengthen your communication skills, reduce anxiety at work, and build stronger relationships both at work and at home, make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss what's coming next. Welcome to Communication Skills for Working Women. I'm Elizabeth. And I'm Rose May. Do you find yourself second-guessing or avoiding conversations because you're worried about being misunderstood? You're not alone. On

Elizabeth Amorino 1:08

this show, we're sharing tangible tools for assertiveness, emotional resilience, and real-life communication wins and fails. Let's

Rosemay Webster 1:16

sharpen our communication together.

Elizabeth Amorino 1:32

So a few months ago it was a beautiful day. So all the kids in the neighborhood were outside and we were outside as well and we were just over talking with some neighbors and you know just one of those just relax, nice neighborhood conversations. And at one point in the conversation, I mentioned this podcast, communication skills for women. And immediately one of the women leaned in and said, Oh my gosh. Do you have an episode about she started to share about her work environment? She works in a place where there's like a communal workspace, like everyone has their own space. Um Maybe like, you know, maybe a cubicle, but maybe without the walls. It everyone understands. Like we have a lot of communal workspaces nowadays.

Elizabeth Amorino 2:18

Yes,

Rosemay Webster 2:19

we do, yes.

Elizabeth Amorino 2:20

So it's supposed to be collaborative and fun and you know, build all sorts of relationships.

Rosemay Webster 2:27

Wish you could see my face right now.

Elizabeth Amorino 2:29

Me too. I wish you all good. So Then she said something that I think so many of us have experienced within workplace communication and just humanity. She said there's people who she works with who will just they'll be working like at looking at their computer and just ask a question out loud. Not to a person, not to a name. Not even like making eye contact or turning around like the verbal or the nonverbal cues aren't there. It's just saying something. So

Rosemay Webster 3:05

I can't st I'm sorry. I cannot stand when people do that. It drives me insane. Insane.

Elizabeth Amorino 3:12

I mean, you're you know, you're just sitting there doing your own thing and then all of a sudden like, does anyone know where that file is? Or are we still meeting at two o'clock? Yes, it's like it's disruptive. Yeah. And it's annoying. This woman was talking about how really stressful it is. Like you could see the stress in her as she was talking about it. She's like, it's so stressful. And she said, you know, I because I'm always wondering, like, are they talking to me? Am I supposed to answer this? Should I just ignore them? It's very confusing to the group. So this unclear communication it it causes stress. It is it's just not something that creates good a good working environment.

Rosemay Webster 4:00

Agreed. So what do we do? Number one, let's start by saying this out loud because it's a very powerful reframe for workplace communication. Clear is kind, unclear is unkind. When communication is unclear, people are left guessing, and guessing creates anxiety, hesitation, and disconnection. Strong communication skills uh for women, for anyone actually, starts with recognizing that clarity is not harsh. It's respectful.

Elizabeth Amorino 4:34

It's so true. And these types of things, like they bring out our personalities in good ways and in bad ways. And it's just It It is really hard to be in a situation where you're not really sure

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What if that moment at work isn’t small… What if it’s actually unclear communication? You’re sitting at your desk, focused, trying to manage your time and get through your to-do list. And then you hear it— A question, just… floating in the room. “Does anyone know where that file is?” “Are we still meeting at 2?” No name. No direction. No eye contact. And suddenly—you pause. Are they talking to me? Am I supposed to answer that? Should I ignore it? And just like that, your focus is broken. This is what unclear communication at work does. It interrupts your time. It increases anxiety at work. And it quietly weakens connection in the workplace. Because when communication is vague, indirect, or not directed to a person—everyone is left guessing. And guessing is exhausting. In this episode, Elizabeth shares a real-life example of how common this is in workplace communication, especially in collaborative or open office environments. Because while it may seem harmless, this kind of indirect communication creates distraction, confusion, and unnecessary mental load—especially for busy, middle-aged working women who are already balancing responsibilities at work and at home. The truth is—most of us were never taught clear, effective communication skills for working women. We were taught to be easygoing. To not interrupt. To keep things casual. But that often leads to unclear professional communication, where no one knows who is responsible, and everyone is managing low-level stress trying to figure it out. If you’ve ever felt distracted, overwhelmed, or slightly on edge in a work environment where communication feels indirect or unclear—this episode will give you simple, practical tools to shift that immediately. You’ll learn how to move from vague, indirect communication to clear communication, so you can reduce anxiety, save time, and build stronger connection at work. Because strong communication skills don’t just make you more effective— they help you feel calmer, more confident, and more connected in your daily life. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why unclear communication in the workplace increases anxiety and disrupts focus How indirect communication wastes time and creates confusion A simple shift to make your communication clear, direct, and effective How to build connection at work through intentional communication How to strengthen professional communication skills without adding more to your plate ✨ A Simple Shift to Try Today Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind. Direct is kind. Indirect is unkind. Say the name. Ask the question clearly. Create clarity instead of confusion. Because small shifts in communication create big shifts in how you experience your workday. 🎧 Share This Episode If this episode helped you rethink workplace communication and gave you a simple way to reduce anxiety at work, share it with a friend or colleague who wants clearer communication and stronger connection in their day. 🌿 Our Mission We help working women build communication skills, strengthen connection, and thrive without adding more overwhelm or taking more time than they have. Speak clearly… and listen bravely. Connect with us at [email protected]

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