Why Some Voices Carry and Others Fade
Over the years, we have noticed something quietly consistent in meetings, boardrooms, training rooms, and everyday conversations. Two people can say the exact same thing in a meeting. One gets nods and follow up questions. The other gets politely overlooked. The idea is the same. The intelligence is the same. The preparation is the same. […]
Communication and the Cost of Misalignment
Communication goes far beyond speaking. It is the intentional effort to send the right meaning and to ensure that meaning is understood. Words alone are not enough. What truly matters is the message that lands. Communication is the bridge that connects us. It allows us to share ideas, solve problems, and build relationships that last. […]
How To Talk To Anyone At Work: Creating Your Own Communication Style
Have you ever walked away from a conversation at work thinking, “I was very clear, so how did we end up here?” Or perhaps you have sat through a meeting decoding vague hints, wondering why no one would just say what they actually meant. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. At Priori Orators, […]
The Dunning-Kruger Effect: Why Confidence Often Comes Before Competence
It’s one of life’s quiet ironies: the less we know, the more certain we can sound. In meetings, classrooms, or social media threads, confidence often walks ahead of competence, and that can be both fascinating and concerning. Psychologists David Dunning and Justin Kruger captured this irony when they uncovered what we now call the Dunning-Kruger […]
Habits: The Compound Interest of Self-Development
When we think of building wealth, the term “compound interest” immediately comes to mind: small, consistent investments growing exponentially over time. But what if I told you the same principle applies to personal growth and self-development? The truth is, our habits are the deposits we make into the bank of ourselves. Each small action, repeated […]
Breaking the Freeze Cycle: Why We Get Stuck and How to Find Our Flow Again
Almost everyone has experienced that bewildering moment when the mind goes blank, the body stiffens, and words disappear just when they are needed most. It may happen during a presentation, a difficult conversation, an interview, or even in an everyday social exchange. Your heart races, your palms grow damp, and despite knowing exactly what you […]
Power Distance: Shaping Leadership and Communication
In the realm of leadership and strategic communication, not all hierarchies are created equal. Some organisations thrive on open dialogue, collaboration, and egalitarian decision-making. Others operate under strict chains of command, where questioning authority feels taboo. The difference often comes down to a concept called power distance. Understanding power distance can be transformative for leaders, […]
From Membership to Mastery: The 2026 Insider’s Guide to Turning Association Benefits Into Real-World Power
Professional associations in 2026 are no longer “nice-to-have affiliations.” They are strategic assets, powerhouses of insight, connection, credibility, and opportunity. Yet, too many professionals barely scratch the surface of what their memberships can do for them. At Priori Orators, where we help leaders think, speak, and show up with intention, we have discovered something crucial. […]
THE NEXT STAGE: How Leaders Will Speak in 2026
The standing ovation is changing. In 2019, a great speech needed a strong story, clear structure, and confident delivery. By 2025, it also needed to work on Zoom, look good on TikTok, survive the AI content tsunami, and still feel human. In 2026, audiences will be asking an even sharper question: “If AI can say […]
The 80/20 Principle
The 80/20 principle, also known as the Pareto Principle, highlights that approximately 80% of results come from 20% of causes. This principle is widely applied across various fields to prioritise efforts on the key factors that drive the majority of outcomes. In communication, the 80/20 rule emphasises the importance of focusing on the vital few […]