Managers are stretched thin, but remain the most powerful voice for employee trust.
In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner VP, Advisory Alexandra Earl introduces the 4 C’s of Manager Communication Competencies: Championing, Coaching, Conversing and Connecting. From helping employees link strategy to daily work, to creating true two-way dialogue, Alexandra outlines a clear framework to elevate communication and improve team engagement.
Tune in to discover:
- Why managers remain the most effective communication channel
- The 4 essential communication competencies every manager must build
- How contextualization helps employees see themselves in strategy
- Practical steps for self-assessment and peer support networks
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- Learn more about Gartner for Communications Leaders
- Benchmark yourself with the Gartner Communications Score Tool
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Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated weekly
- Published9 September 2025 at 04:55 UTC
- Length19 min
- RatingClean