When speaking, make sure that what you’re saying is necessary and impactful. You can even think of your sentences in tweet form: How would I communicate this idea if I were tweeting and facing a character limit? How can I cut my message down to its essence?

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If you suspect you may be monopolizing the conversation in meetings, experiment with these tactics to help get your message across.

First, you need to measure exactly how much you’re talking.

While you don’t want to limit your speaking time forever, adhering to the time rule in the be...

Are you giving your colleagues enough time to digest what you say and to ask questions? If not, give yourself a signal to pause.

By slowing down and taking deliberate pauses, you’ll be able to regulate your impulse to overshare, and your message will have a better chance of landing.

It may be hard to know in the moment if you’re oversharing. A fresh perspective can offer insight. Ask a trusted colleague or advisor to provide insights into how you’re meeting your goal of talking less and listening more.

While it’s important to share your point of view, it’s critical to ...