Effective Executive Communication Principle #4 Slow Down!

Pay Attention to Your Pace


Everyone has their own natural pace for speaking. When nervous, many people really speed up. When you talk too fast you convey a lack of experience, and you do not allow time for your listeners to comprehend what you are saying. On the other hand, have you ever wanted to just blurt out, "Spit it out, would you!"  It can be frustrating to listen to someone who is measuring and weighing every word and taking forever to communicate their thoughts.  Pay attention to your pace, be sure to breath, and do not be afraid to pause.