Knowing how to vary your tone as per the business situation can be a game changer.

I dont know why but on a call he always sounded like a very tall serious man!
But when i met him last week, he was my height.
How does that happen deb?

You might have also faced similar surprises after 2020

voice is a powerful tool that can help to create different personas or impressions depending on how it is used.

Here are some common personas and their impact.

#Confident:
speaking with a clear, assertive voice in a steady tone
Conveys confidence, and credibility as a reliable expert
Important to establish yourself as a subject-matter expert & build trust with colleagues or clients.

#Authoritative:
a deep, resonant voice, with a low rate of speech,
Conveys authority and leadership, decision-making traits
Important in order to command attention and respect, in new leadership/management roles

#Friendly:
a warm, engaging voice with, a variable rate of speech
Conveys friendliness and approachability,
Important when building rapport, relationships, networking, and customer service

#Bias Personas:
men with deeper voices may be perceived as more authoritative and trustworthy, while women with higher-pitched voices may be perceived as less credible or competent, junior, and soft.

Knowing how to vary your tone as per the business situation can be a game changer.
Can you identify yourself with any of the personas above?
Curious to know.

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Deb

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