According to a report by Psychology Today, communication is 55% body language, 38% tone of voice, and 7% actual words spoken. Below, 15 members of Forbes Coaches Council share their top tips for a leader who wants to become more mindful of their language when communicating with their team. Practice The PauseTaking a quick second to mentally prepare and visualize the type of communication you want to deliver is key. When you are trying to be thoughtful about language, consider what emotion you want the other person to feel. If the language you choose elicits the emotion you want them to have, you will leave a much longer-lasting impression.

Source: Forbes April 27, 2018 12:00 UTC