Why Am I Talking

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• When you're having a conversation in the workplace, ask yourself, "Why Am I Talking?" You can remember this by its handy acronym, "WAIT".

• When emotions run high we may say things that are not aligned with the purpose of our discussion. Use WAIT to keep your message focused on the outcome of your conversation.

• This will help you be intentional and mindful of what you're saying and why you're saying it, a skill your team will certainly appreciate.

Why Am I Talking

When you're having a conversation in the workplace, ask yourself, "Why Am I Talking?" You can remember this by its handy acronym, "WAIT". When emotions run high we may say things that are not aligned with the purpose of our discussion. Use WAIT to keep your message focused on the outcome of your conversation. This will help you be intentional and mindful of what you're saying and why you're saying it, a skill your team will certainly appreciate.