Communication Skills That Will Get You Promoted

Having the right technical skills, a stellar job performance, and the ability to influence key people in your organization will help get you recognized and promoted. But according to a year-long study by the Center for Talent Innovation, these qualities aren't a guarantee. Leadership roles are often given to employees who look and act the part. And looking and acting the part is conveyed through one's communication skills.

These six communication skills were deemed to be the most important by director-level executives:

No. 1: Public Speaking Skills:

The ability to speak in public was identified as the most important communication skill. Leaders must have the confidence and the capacity to speak to large groups as well as to speak one-on-one. 

No. 2: The Ability to Take Command of a Room:

The person who walks into a room and owns it is others-focused. You do not have to be born with the ability to charismatically command a room, it is a skill that can be learned.

No. 3: Assertiveness:

A person who can speak up with confidence without being confrontational is looked at as a leader and somebody worthy of promotion.

No. 4: Emotional Intelligence:

Good listening skills, empathy, eye contact and the ability to make others feels valued and understood go a long way in both the business world and in your personal life.

No. 5: Sense of Humor:
Employers aren't looking for somebody who can tell a good joke, but evidence of light-heartedness and the ability to lighten up a tough situation and excel at casual conversation is valued.

No. 6: Good Posture and Body Language:
Your words alone do not do the job. The way you stand and position yourself also speak volumes. 

Leaders need to be able to get their visions and goals across to people. Words are just words if they're not effectively communicated. Let the coaches at Ty Boyd help you advance both your career and your life by becoming a more effective communicator.