Editor’s Note: This article previously appeared in a different format as part of The Atlantic’s Notes section, retired in 2021. Jim Elliott—a long-time reader contributor to Notes and one of the core ...

Next time you are having a conversation with someone, notice how much of the content is communicated without words. Let’s say your boss calls you to her office, hands you your evaluation report, and ...

Good verbal communication helps leaders articulate goals, expectations, and feedback clearly. This clarity fosters better collaboration and ensures team alignment. Effective communicators are ...