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How Good Communication Skills Build Leadership & Character

Poverty to Wealth: Warren Buffett

Many talented people find that they must learn good communication skills in order to enjoy success. This was the case for billionaire businessman and investor Warren Buffett. Buffett knew that if he didn’t conquer his fear of public speaking, his career would be over before it ever truly took off. To overcome his fear, he took a Dale Carnegie public-speaking class. Today, it’s not his master’s degree that is proudly on display in his office, it’s his certificate for completing this class! Buffett knows how much good communication skills contributed to his long-term success.

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How Communication Skills Build Leadership & Character Whether through written or spoken methods, most leaders tend to be excellent communicators. These skills may not necessarily come naturally, though. Good communicators must develop their skills over time, through many instances of trial and error. This persistence and commitment to the communication process rewards them with stronger character and the ability to lead others. The traits that define a person of good character and leadership correspond to those of a good communicator. This person is patient as they actively listen to others. Like those of good character, good communicators have an awareness of

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