MVP: The Power of Silence as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader

The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm

Do you ever feel the urge to fill every silence in a conversation—especially as a leader?

In this episode, you’ll learn why embracing silence is one of the most overlooked communication tools in humanitarian and development leadership—and how it can lead to deeper connection, better understanding, and more empowered teams.

In this episode you'll discover:

• How a simple pause can uncover hidden insights and encourage others to speak more openly.
• Discover how silence helps introverted team members and multilingual colleagues feel heard and respected.
• Shift your focus from talking to understanding—and unlock stronger leadership through better listening.

Press play to discover how practicing silence can dramatically enhance your leadership presence and your team’s trust in you.

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