
Ever left a conversation thinking, I wish I’d said what I really meant? Or held back in a meeting because you weren’t sure how your words would land? We’ve all been there.
You can change that experience to one where you think ‘I’m proud of myself for speaking up.’ Leave your next team meeting feeling heard and valued because you contributed in a meaningful way.
Choose Authentic Communication.
Authentic Communication is about being real, being intentional, and being heard—without fear, without fluff, and without holding back on what’s really going on. It’s about expressing yourself honestly and transparently, while staying mindful of how your words impact others.
The best workplaces don’t just value communication; they prioritise the kind of real, human connection that builds trust, fuels collaboration, and inspires people to bring their best selves to work.
There’s fascinating research on our evolving workplace (Click Here) which highlights expectations of work are also changing.
As Millennials and Gen Z become the majority of the workforce, research tells us they value purpose, effective leadership, and development opportunities over a pay cheque. So workplaces that foster open communication, prioritise people development and create a culture where people feel heard and valued are going to be the winners when it comes to engagement, retaining awesome people and productivity. All the good stuff.
Authentic Communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a self-leadership necessity.
What does it look like?
What does it look like? Be R.E.A.L.
Respectful - Expressing yourself clearly and honestly, valuing different perspectives, and responding with empathy.
Engaging – Being present and focused. Share what’s relevant and useful and ask great questions.
Assertive - Saying what you mean clearly, openly, and with compassionate honesty. Even when it’s uncomfortable.
Listening (like, really listening)—not just waiting for your turn to talk.
Authentic Communication isn’t just about what you say—it’s about how you say it, and more importantly, how you listen and respond.
Why does it matter?
When communication is real, everything works better—workplaces feel different. They become spaces where people feel safe to share, comfortable to challenge ideas, and excited to contribute. The benefits?
Stronger teams—built on trust, respect, and open dialogue.
Better decision-making—because real conversations lead to real solutions.
Higher engagement—when people feel heard, they invest more in their work.
More effective leadership—leaders who communicate authentically earn trust and inspire action.
A culture where people want to stay—good communication is a retention game-changer.
And there’s hard data to back this up. Organisations with strong internal communication report that:
47% higher total returns to shareholders over five years.
21% higher profitability and 17% higher productivity.
Stronger customer loyalty—57% of customers are more loyal to brands that communicate like real people.
Check out Simpplr’s blog post on these statistics HERE.
Authentic Communication isn’t just good for you and your team—it’s good for business.
How to practise Authentic Communication in your next meeting:
Be R.E.A.L – make sure your communication is respectful, engaging, assertive and that you listen.
Here are practical ways to put that in action:
Be Respectful: Check in with yourself before speaking. Consider the meeting focus and speak clearly, honestly, and be intentional. Ask yourself, will this contribute or contaminate?
Be Engaging: Use open body language, sit straight and open your hands. Get curious and ask questions that start with ‘What’ and ‘How’.
Be Assertive: Use real talk. Be clear on the purpose and own your mistakes to foster an environment where people feel safe to speak up.
Listen deeply: Pause before responding. Listen to understand. Embrace silence, don’t rush to fill the gaps.
You don’t have to wait for someone else to pull out the Authentic Communication card. You can start right now. Make the decision to choose Authentic Communication. It starts with you.

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Authentic Communication isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being real. And when we show up with honesty, empathy, and purpose, we don’t just make work better—we make life better.
Let’s make 2025 the year of bold, human, game-changing conversations. Are you in?
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