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Have you ever walked away from a conversation convinced you were clear—only to discover the other person heard something completely different?Your leadership and influence aren't determined solely by what you say. They're shaped by how your message is received. In this episode, we explore why different people interpret the exact same communication in completely different ways, how unconscious communication styles create misunderstandings, and why genuine listening is one of the most overlooked leadership skills. You'll also discover the Social Styles framework and learn how adapting your communication can strengthen trust, engagement, and team performance.By listening, you'll discover:Why listening for what people need—not just what they say—dramatically improves your leadership and influence.How the four Social Styles explain why the same message can produce completely different reactions across your team.Simple ways to adapt your communication style so you build stronger relationships, increase trust, and reduce costly misunderstandings.Resources:Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behavior (or, How to Understand Those Who Cannot Be Understood) by Thomas EriksonIf you want to become a leader who creates clarity, earns trust, and develops lasting leadership and influence, this episode will give you practical insights you can apply in your very next conversation.New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at [email protected] - I read them all.And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her.Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.