When you speak, be economical with your words. By saying less, you create an aura of mystery and control. The more you speak, the more likely you are to say something that could be used against you. Silence communicates power, and people will read into what you don’t say, amplifying your influence.Leadership Insight: The Strategic Value of Concise Communication in ManufacturingIn modern manufacturing environments, clarity and brevity are becoming core tenets of effective leadership. With operations growing more complex—integrating automation, lean systems, and continuous improvement methodologies—leaders who speak concisely foster sharper execution and less operational drag. According to a study by McKinsey, companies that prioritize clear, concise leadership communication are 3.5 times more likely to outperform peers on productivity metrics. In shift meetings, “Always Say Less Than Necessary” minimizes noise, keeps teams focused, and cultivates psychological safety by reducing ambiguity.Economic and Engineering Trends: Precision over PersuasionAcross economics and engineering disciplines, the trend is moving toward data-driven, precise communication. Engineering teams benefit from leaders who speak in exact, actionable terms—especially when coordinating across disciplines like R&D, quality, and production. As digital transformation accelerates, economic models and simulation tools replace gut-feel leadership, making over-explanation a liability. The National Bureau of Economic Research found that firms with high communication precision improved decision-making speed by 22%, reinforcing the idea that fewer, well-chosen words lead to stronger performance.Science and Education: Silence as Intellectual AuthorityIn scientific and academic settings, the ability to say less—but with precision—has long signaled intellectual rigor. Educators and researchers are leaning into concise communication to support cognitive load management. A 2023 meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Education found that student retention improved by 18% when instructors used fewer words and more visual aids in high-cognitive-load topics like physics and medical diagnostics. In faculty leadership, this principle strengthens credibility—leaders who speak sparingly are seen as more prepared and insightful.Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:15 – Defining the Purpose Of the Episode 03:45 – Industry Research 06:30 – Real-World Example 08:00 – Key Differences and Application 10:00 – Conclusion and TakeawayResources:The Continuous Improvement Lab: https://www.karassinnovations.com/blogBook: Shift Happens - How To Lead with Purpose and Discipline Every Day: https://a.co/d/0JZ8auW Subscribe for more insights: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MqoJ1aZM1VA5cgeWvjlnX?si=86901c0534b14403https://open.spotify.com/show/3YqjoH6AZg7AdDYHyCwDY0?si=ecc12289b5e84f29Connect with Us:Website: https://www.karassinnovations.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lenierjohnsonMeta:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZorbNg72/?mibextid=wwXIfrSubstack: https://karassinnovations.substack.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/karassinnovations.bsky.socialYouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDm1_im2u-gpFsTARP71ec11C2Z8xbEGV&si=4e6_5rdfoQIiT1Gu#ContinuousImprovement #Podcast #ProcessExcellence #Leadership #Lean #SixSigma #TheContinuousImprovementLab #TheSystemThinkerShow #MOS #Management Operating Systems #Project2025 #Sludge #scottgalloway #karaswisher

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