Words are powerful. How we say something matters. When messages engage the minds and hearts of others and are connected with action, progress is stimulated. Jason shares tips and reflections on sharing important messages with your people.
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Jason introduces Season 8 episode 41 of the podcast, Word Economy Matters. Welcome back to the podcast on corporate culture and leadership and thank you for listening. We engage thought leaders like CEOs, CFOs, managers, VPs, directors, and more for this podcast. We wish to create content that engages your mind and heart and allows you to step back and think and add some positivity to your life. We deep dive into today’s topic.
We can’t control everything but what we can control is our response. Still a lot of work to do but wanted to remind the audience what is within our control is the temperature we create in the organizations and teams we work with.
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Season 8 Episode 41: Word Economy Matters – How Precision, Heart, and Action Drive Powerful Communication
In this episode of The Thermostat, Jason V. Barger explores the critical concept of “word economy” – the idea that the words we choose and how we use them have a profound impact on our communication effectiveness. Whether we’re navigating courageous conversations, leading team huddles, or building strong relationships, word economy matters.
Key Takeaways:
- Precision Matters: The specific words we select shape how our message is received and understood. Barger recounts a story about a leadership team wrestling with the difference between “willing” and “desiring,” highlighting how a single word can shift perspectives and drive action.
- Mind and Heart Matter: Truly powerful communication engages both the mind and the heart. Logic and reason (mind) combined with empathy and emotional connection (heart) amplify the impact of our message.
- Congruence Matters: Authenticity is key. Our actions must align with our words to build trust and avoid “cultural dissonance.” People can spot a phony a mile away, so congruence between words and actions is crucial.
- Action Matters: Words without action are just empty promises. Effective communication inspires and motivates action. What will we do with the message?
Notable Quotes:
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“Words are powerful. They become even more powerful when we use them in ways that compel people.”
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“The best messages and messengers have a congruence to their words and their actions.”
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“People can tell when a message sounds like only like words.”
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“Words become powerful when they lead to positive action.”
Questions to Ponder:
- How can you bring more precision to your communication?
- In what ways can you engage both the mind and heart of your audience?
- What actions will demonstrate congruence between your words and your intentions?
This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and build stronger relationships, both personally and professionally. By focusing on precision, engaging the mind and heart, ensuring congruence, and inspiring action, we can harness the power of word economy to become more effective communicators and leaders.
Links and References
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For more insights and practical tips, be sure to check out Jason V Barger’s book Breathing Oxygen. This book dives deeper into the concepts discussed in this episode and provides additional strategies for fostering a positive mindset and effective leadership.
By incorporating these practices into your summer routine, you can breathe new life into your personal and professional endeavors. Remember, as Jason says, “The best leaders, teams, and cultures on the planet stimulate progress by recalibrating their thermostat together.”
The Upcoming episode will feature Word Economy Matters. Stay Tuned!
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A thermostat is proactive. It sets the temperature in a room. Controls the temperature. Regulates the temperature. But in today’s distracted, fast-paced and digital world, it’s easy for individuals and organizations to act more like thermometers, slipping into reactionary thinking, becoming scattered and inconsistent. The most compelling leaders, teams, organizations, families, or collection of humans of any kind operate in thermostat mode. They calibrate their mind and heart to set the temperature for the vision and culture they want to create. Jason Barger, globally celebrated author, keynote speaker, and founder of Step Back Leadership Consulting, is the host of The Thermostat, a podcast journey to discover authentic leadership, create compelling cultures and find clarity of mission, vision, and values.