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Leader speaking with team while discussing how tone of voice influences workplace communication and leadership effectiveness.

You Don’t Sound Mad. Except You Do.

(Note: I do use em dashes. I’m a voice-over actor who hears what she writes, and the em dash is part of my rhythm. I have that in common with AI, I

Hilary on stage speaking

The Stage Taught Us What the Boardroom Needs

Why Theatre Artists Make the Best Leadership Communication Coaches, Trainers, and Speakers You may be missing out on the best option because of your own misunderstanding or bias. “Take the drama out.”

Three toy chicks with glasses standing in front of a blackboard. Arrows point to the center chick.

Team Humor Can Build or Damage Trust

Team connection can be supported or destroyed by humor. During the pandemic, teams and leaders found themselves in stressful moments. These moments either caused us to