As an Advisory Communication expert I build on Sensemaking, Counselling and Facilitation to bridge long term stakeholder value and short term profit in business. My Professional skills are: 1. Contextual Intelligence: I donāt just know communication; you know the business. I understand the industry, the finances, and the competitors. 2. Critical Distance: I am loyal to the organization, but I remain objective enough to tell the leader when they are wrong. 3. Active Listening: I spend more time asking probing questions than giving speeches. I am "diagnosing" the situation before prescribing a solution. 4. Ethical Guardrails: Since I am influencing decisions, I act as the "moral compass," ensuring that the communication is transparent and doesn't mislead the audience. My foundational skills are: - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. - Strong networking and relationship-building abilities. - Excellent negotiation and influencing skills. - A deep understanding of business and stakeholder interests. - Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. - High level of professionalism and executive presence. - Discretion and the ability to handle sensitive information.