How to Get That Leadership Edge, and Why Communications is the Secret to Success with Adolph Hunter

hayleegaffin
Aug 11
3 min read

Updated: Sep 4

How do we adapt our communication skills to the rapidly changing times? That’s what we’re diving into on this episode of Everyday Expert Insights. My expert is Adolph Hunter, a marketing expert turned tech guy turned leadership coach.

Adolph helps high-performers navigate through major transitions in their lives while staying true to themselves. His communication advice is applicable for both individuals and businesses, and I know you’re going to love his insights.

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Rich Communication Comes From Within

We live in a world with more communication tools than ever, but we lack purpose in our communication styles. Rich communication, for both individuals and businesses, comes from a place that’s deep within us. Tools can’t replicate it.

It’s important for industry professionals and businesses to evaluate how and what they’re communicating periodically. Are you saying what you want to say, and are you getting your message across? Is there still purpose behind what you’re saying?

The clearer you are in your communication, the more successful you’ll be in your professional life.

How to Stay True to Yourself During Changing Times

You stay true to yourself when you have a connection to what you’re doing; you feel motivated by outcomes and accomplishments. When you ponder making a change in your professional life or business, it’s important to start with reflection.

How did you get to where you are today? What do you still feel excited about? Is your professional life still meeting your expectations?

As you answer these questions, you’ll begin to see a clear path forward that aligns with who you are and what you want. If you’re making big changes in your business, this reflection will help you identify the markets, people, and companies that you need to reach.

It’s helpful to process your reflection in a way that works for you. Talking through it outloud or writing it down can help you get all of the ideas out of your head so you can gain clarity about the moves you want to make.

Communication in the Age of AI

There’s nothing wrong with using AI to help spark ideas and save you time. However, as a communicator, it’s important to use your own words and actions to get your message across.

While AI is great with words, it can’t replicate nonverbal interactions. A ton of human communication happens outside of words, which is why it’s still valuable to meet with people face to face or over the phone.

The most important thing to keep in mind about AI is that it’s a tool, not a solution.

Adolph’s Parting Advice: Stop and Pause

Communication is changing so much, and it’s changing faster than it ever has before. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and like you can’t keep up with it. We’re often so busy just trying to keep up that we don’t give ourselves thinking time to bring new ideas to life.

It’s important to stop and pause every once and awhile. Instead of trying to keep up, let yourself process your ideas. Allow space to nurture them and bring them to life.