The hidden skill that separates great leaders
06/19/25 at 03:00 AM
The hidden skill that separates great leaders
Forbes; by Cicely Simpson; 6/13/25
The most important communication lesson you’ll learn in your career is often overlooked. And it’s not what you think. Being in rooms with world leaders and hundreds of CEOs for the past 25 years has taught me one lesson about communication that stands out above all: Everything matters in context. Most people assume great communication is about being clear. And while clarity is crucial, it’s not enough. What truly elevates your leadership is your ability to communicate with context.