What’s Next?
Take a moment to reflect on your answers. Do you see patterns in how you communicate? Are there areas where you want to grow?
Your voice matters. Your message matters. Let’s make sure people hear it.
What Your Answers Reveal About Your Communication Style
Now that you’ve taken the Smart Conversations Self-Assessment, let’s break down your results and what they mean for your personal growth.
If you chose mostly A’s: The Analytical Communicator
Your strength: You are precise, logical, and structured. You excel at breaking down complex topics and presenting well-reasoned arguments.
Your challenge: You may focus too much on facts and logic, sometimes missing emotional cues or failing to connect on a human level.
What to do next:
✅ Work on making your communication more engaging by incorporating storytelling and real-world examples.
✅ Ask yourself: “How do I want my listener to feel?” rather than just “What do I want them to know?”
✅ Practice active listening and using empathetic language to balance your analytical approach with emotional intelligence.
If you chose mostly B’s: The Relational Communicator
Your strength: You build deep connections and make people feel valued in conversations. You’re likely a great listener and a compassionate speaker.
Your challenge: You might hesitate to be direct, avoiding difficult conversations or holding back strong opinions for fear of upsetting others.
What to do next:
✅ Strengthen your assertiveness—practice using clear, confident language when stating your views.
✅ Replace indirect phrases like “Maybe we should...” with “I recommend we...”
✅ Recognize that setting boundaries and being direct can actually deepen trust rather than harm relationships.
If you chose mostly C’s: The Direct Communicator
Your strength: You’re clear, decisive, and results-oriented. You don’t waste words, and people always know where you stand.
Your challenge: You may come across as too blunt or confrontational, unintentionally shutting down dialogue instead of fostering collaboration.
What to do next:
✅ Focus on making your directness more engaging and less intimidating—soften your approach when needed.
✅ Use questions instead of commands: Instead of “This won’t work,” try “What would make this work for you?”
✅ Pay attention to tone and nonverbal cues—sometimes how you say something matters more than what you say.
If you chose mostly D’s: The Inspirational Communicator
Your strength: You have the ability to excite and inspire people. You speak with passion, energy, and vision.
Your challenge: You might struggle with clarity, leaving people feeling enthusiastic but unsure of what they’re supposed to do next.
What to do next:
✅ Focus on specificity—pair your passion with clear, actionable next steps.
✅ Avoid being too abstract; instead of saying “This is an amazing opportunity,” try “This opportunity could increase our impact by 30%—here’s how we make it happen.”
✅ Ensure your audience walks away knowing exactly what the next step is, not just feeling motivated
Final Step: Your Smart Conversation Plan
Take one of the following actions today to start improving your communication skills:
🎯 Write down a personal communication goal. What’s one thing you want to change about how you express yourself?
🎯 Practice a new technique. If you’re an Analytical Communicator, try adding more emotional warmth to your messages. If you’re a Direct Communicator, try softening your tone.
🎯 Ask for feedback. Find a trusted colleague, friend, or mentor and ask, “What’s one thing I do well in conversations, and one thing I could improve?”