4 Hacks to Appear ‘Smarter’ at Work and Elevate your Credibility - Business Communication 101

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thanks for watching! Let me know your questions below and what future videos would help you!

[@VitaminGK]

Life lessons which people learn late in their lives

[@rxjanan]

Thank you! I have a question for how to leverage and display confidence in the remote working environment - I have been a fully remote employee for the past two years, the rest of my team used to be in person. Now that we are all remote, colleagues are more adaptable to video calls, etc. but if you have advice on implementing and displaying confidence when not on a video call, but just a conference call, let me know as well!

[@SurajThapar]

Could you please elaborate?

[@mramesh999]

You are brilliant. Thank you for the great service. Do you have any courses offered with or without fee? I am interested.

[@svenkamog2232]

@@mramesh999 nothing in this world is free, people have to eat and have bills to pay you mongrel...

[@yogitamisal2650]

1. Simplify your language 2.Boil it down into single point 3.Be confident 4.Level up vocabulary

[@Stuart_little_96]

thxs.

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

Thank you for that ❤️❤️❤️

[@IIcultivatorII]

Or just be attractive and skip the list

[@djben928]

Thanks

[@letsbehelpinghands246]

I was about to watch full video. But this comment saved my time :p.. Thanks.

[@toothpastehombre]

As an introvert, I'm going to practice some of these with my dog this weekend to make sure I sound confident and get it right...

[@_claraduarte_]

I have two dogs and five cats..I hope to get some feedback from at least one of them! 🤣 #introvertsunite

[@AnujSingh-br5jx]

Well as fellow introvert I tend to space out as soon as people are looking me into eye. 😁 so those tricks don't work for me 😜

[@MuxTube]

🤣😂

[@muhammadtahirali3071]

Make sure ur dog is not conscious at the time 😅

[@moonchild8155]

And let's go imagine our boss is a dog lol jk 😅✌️

[@aravindk325]

Using positive words instead of negative is a game changer. I have been using this in my life and work and I see a drastic difference in my confidence / perception

[@ashutosh1269]

Dear Shade I am student of law for around forty years and a retired lawyer. You have conveyed wonderful concepts to the masses. Even I was not aware of such invaluable propositions. I am immensely benefitted. All the four points are important. I found that the first point is most important for me Please keep posting such videos.

[@SudhirKumar-oq7ki]

So just like all the times another great video 1. Simplify your words 2. Boil it down to single point 3. Be Confident 4. Level -up your vocabulary Fantastic Shade 👏

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you very much Sudhir ☺️🙏

[@coffeeman321]

Thanks Shade

[@vinayananth07]

@@ShadeZahrai Can you help find me a partner like yourself Shadé?

[@LeviAckerman-bb6zz]

@@vinayananth07 to find one by yourself, don't drag others , there are already enough videos for that .

[@dmdm7690]

@@vinayananth07 Don't be creepy. Weirdo

[@EzekJohnson]

Your presentation is so smooth that understanding the hacks comes almost naturally. God bless you Shadé

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@vishnuZhere]

@@ShadeZahrai she has a point @Ezekiel Johnson

[@ahmedoumohamedyeslem4310]

@@ShadeZahrai you deserve it , thanks for the video

[@teamaden2185]

Favorite take away ~ End a point with a sentence long summary or action ~ The key takeaway so the team is engaged and refocused in the conversation.

[@RajaiahChinthanippula]

The art of positive communication is everything in this dynamic world! Glad you embarked on this path to empower the needy in the society!

[@ahmedoumohamedyeslem4310]

my preferable point it is third one ''be confident'' it is really highly important that any employee has confident in the work place.

[@amitht3]

Being introverted, I face this challenge all the time at work. I’m going to try consciously to implement some of these suggestions. Thank you so much sharing these important tips.

[@deepakkalra2244]

I’m an Army Veteran, doctor and professor. You’re wonderful. Fabulous content, eloquently expressed and always relevant. Keep it up.

[@Princess1m5]

Thanks for sharing, i will practice no.1 simplify the language- less is more

[@nanceemisra]

Yes... Definitely.. It's important to sound smarter Shade.. Really helpful.. Thanks❤❤😊😊

[@ShadeZahrai]

Hi Nancy! Thanks for the comment - happy to hear it's helpful! ☺️🙏

[@digitalnomad3359]

Shade, it's delight to hear you speaking. Love your diction and accent ❤️

[@VenetiaRenata]

I like 1. To present an idea with clarity, simplicity; 2. To finish by restating my idea in a clear way; 3. To grow in this in an authentic way; My favourite: to query what was said for greater understanding by choosing my words that reflect confidence and agility 😊

[@alrah99]

Hey Sharde, your points are all valid, however I did most of these things when I use to work at one of the Big 4 banks and it didn't seem to make a difference. I think it all depends who you work for, sometimes doing things right comes across as someone that's shaking things up, and to uneducated managers, who somehow become managers, it comes across as someone challenging conventional ways. Managers at work are all about targets, they don't really care about anything else. So unless you are a manager, the points you made really won't make much of a diff from my experience

[@AnirudhJas]

Thank you for sharing this Shade! These insights would definitely help! Brilliant!

[@Chronade]

I can't believe how much I learnt from this video, Shadé! My most relevant hack was: boiling down an idea to just one single point. On my Social Media accounts, instead of writing a lot of words to promote my song, or album, or music video: I can just use one simple sentence! And if I want to share the story behind the music I'm releasing, a little documentary video will be more well received than paragraphs of words, haha! Thanks Shadé :) 💛

[@ShadeZahrai]

Glad you found some useful insights Chronade for your music career!

[@ashisdash6936]

Art of dealing people with empathy and create awareness about sustainable development, environment.

[@bharatmanikchand4284]

Knowledge is always important but to share in a manner where everyone who listens understands it completely to your level of perception is really commendable. Always love to listening to you. Keep Going - Keep Growing Shade. ❤

[@ajokeolubukola2704]

Leveling up my vocabulary stood out for me. Thank you so much Shade Zahrai.

[@niktapilbala4030]

It was so practical and helpful like always Shade! Thanks for the hacks.Could you please share more vocabulary-related hacks? Some more advice to appear more professional than junior, especially for people that English is their second language and might be less aware of the impression of the words they use daily at work. Thanks a lot.XX

[@ushagadgil1963]

Challenge, problem, issue - > complication Change - > Modify Awesome, cool - > fantastic, brilliant Explain - > elaborate

[@DNDROIDsTv]

2:52 HUH!!!?😅 I've watched your reaction multiple times🤷🏻‍♂️😂 you are charming🎯

[@sadiquekabiree7599]

I love her

[@balraambalraam905]

Ideally like these videos amazing how a lot of what are posting is relatable and glad there is community are in a similar

[@amitdodmani1055]

Seamless flow and crystal clear message. Its always great to learn from the experts

[@kamalslangalia]

Thank you. The way you called out for authenticity as the underlying step upfront made this video that much more meaningful.

[@alexanderm3777]

As a introvert I often get overlooked and was in special ED because I have seizures so I have trouble with my vocabulary and Punctuation. I believe between the two it held me back from learning what I needed to learn for my future which makes me uncomfortable and less confident. In grade school my teacher kicked me out in 3rd grade because i was having to many seizures. So my mom had to start home schooling me and she did an amazing job where I was learning faster than I have ever before. I still have trouble with my vocabulary, spelling, verbs, and Ad-verbs, and grammar. Thank you

[@sheetalprathap5627]

I love the 4th hack - Level up your vocabulary. It's simply fantastic!

[@shribudhkar]

Excellent Video 👍. I am going to take on the 2nd point to "Boil it down to single point". "Be confident" can be a separate baggage to clear before getting there. And " Level up vocabulary " is an art and practise. Top class tips ⭐👍

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

I totally agree with you

[@sabahelaouni]

Thank you very much for this video especially for the words that can enrich our vocabulary

[@billysitompul2704]

Thank you so much, Mrs. Zahrai 🙏🏼 Sending you lots of love from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@ShadeZahrai]

You're welcome Billy 🙏🏽 Sending best wishes from Australia 😊

[@patrick_527]

Your personality is beyond words, i mean it's on another level, how i wish i could meet you in person.

[@aliallaya8877]

You hit the nail, Miss Shade. We have learned from you that a slight adjustment of words and the correct vocabulary makes a huge difference in building perceived competence in the eyes of senior managers and peers at work. Thank you for the valuable Vlog.

[@micropiredworld]

Amazing advice Shadé. This was so helpful and I will certainly adapt some of these tips 🙏🙏. You’ve gained another follower!

[@rickbarrington]

I clicked on this vid thinking it would be hilarious. But you surprised me. I agree l with your first 3 suggestions. I would replace the last hack. Ask clarifying questions until the point is clear, and summarize what you heard. If you didn’t quite get it ask them to summarize their thoughts or points or takeaways

[@waseemismail8430]

I really like these videos. Amazing how a lot of what you are posting is relatable and glad there is a community that are in a similar position. As a general point, would it be possible to have a video on how to respectfully disagree with a senior on a technical principle (especially when they are not understanding the technical concept in the meeting)?

[@PinupSticknerd]

Maybe you are not understanding their understanding. - Can you please elaborate on this point specifically please. I need to look at where your standing. (Specificity)

[@chandra11116]

Glad I discovered this channel. Every tip is actionable. The use of "correct vocabularies" speaks to me.

[@lucianakessler7055]

WOW!! This is great!! I will definitely apply what I have learned in this video at work. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. God bless you 🙏🏼

[@ShadeZahrai]

I hope it’s helpful for you Luciana! Sometimes the small tweaks can have the biggest impact 🙏🙂 Wishing you all the best in your career!

[@lucianakessler7055]

@@ShadeZahrai thank you!! 🥰

[@poojaarora9504]

Hi, I am a student preparing for the Gmat. I want to get admission into a good B-school. So, all these four hacks that you have shared mean a lot to me. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamesninni1426]

These last few weeks have been tough. I have found that if I start my day with one of your videos, it does not matter which one, my days are a little brighter! Thanks for sharing this content!

[@princekumardev]

change = modify explain = elaborate problem, difficulty = complication cool, awesome - fantastic, brilliant

[@alsuenglishteacher1425]

Thank you, Shade, I liked specific vocabulary we should use, I would love to get a book or something to read about language aspect)

[@ShadeZahrai]

You're so welcome Alsu! Thanks for your comment. 🙏

[@madaninasreddine7783]

Thank you. In my opinion : "Level up your vocabulary" is the most relevant.

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

1. Simplify your message. (Limit corporate jargon. Be easy to understand) 2. Boil it down to a simple point. 3. Be confident 4. Modify vocabulary: problem/issue/challenge to complication. Change to modify, cool/awesome to fantastic or brilliant, explain to elaborate

[@HiteshVerma-discoverhitesh]

I really admire your videos. These hacks if practiced, can definitely make anyone better in their communication in corporate offices.

[@saadusmani9776]

Thanks for this informative video Shade ! these four points will really help me in being more confident and competent at work . using simple clear words will be the better way to show ourself as more productive and smart as for the promotion you will nail it by being as natural as possible .

[@merajahmed20]

Sometimes I fumble while speaking words. Then I corrected it. Your pitch was really brilliant and true to follow. I really liked what u said.

[@arifbillah2470]

Brilliant contents as always, Shadé! (I almost wrote “awesome” there). Any book recommendations to learn positive words like the examples you’ve provided? Thank you!

[@ShadeZahrai]

Haha, sometimes its Ok to use 'Awesome' 😊 thank you for the kind words. I don't have a recommendation as I don't know of any particular books on the topic of positive phrases. Perhaps you can search for it online.

[@annetteysquierdo]

I am a “words person.” This is the kind of advice I can apply because I pay so much attention to the words I use. Thank you!

[@mujimax007]

Lovely! You focused on Business Communications. :)

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you! 🙂

[@marshalho1740]

Great ...to see ur Speaking Skill & the way u present the things. ..I love it...

[@svenkamog2232]

I experienced this problem myself. It was my lack of qualifications that was the catalyst for me being overlooked, ignored and taken advantage of. Even though I had ton of experience, and was often carrying new employees who were getting paid far more then I was, I received zero acknowledgement for it whatsoever. There's a lot of talk about equality in the world at the moment, and I would like to bring to people's attention the abuse and mistreatment that goes on for low skilled/payed workers such as myself just because of a piece of paper...

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you for sharing this Svenka. In my experience so many people suffer from the injustice of being overlooked, undervalued and abused. I do a lot of work with women around the world who seem to universally struggle with some levels of imposter syndrome, lack of confidence, asking for what they're worth and being treated fairly. Its good to see that more people, like you are speaking out, and contributing to change the status quo.

[@svenkamog2232]

Thank you lovely for taking the time to respond. It can indeed be very unfair and cruel out there. I just wish I studied more so I could then work for myself and wouldn't have to answer to nobody. (Apart from the taxman) I think there comes a point where you just get sick of playing second fiddle and ones patience and tolerance levels disappear. Must have something to do with overwork, frustration, and perhaps a massive dose of invisible man syndrome 😁. It can be hard to address such issues with some managers as they are more then happy to carry on treating you this way, and only believe that your causing problems and being difficult. They then try to fabricate excuses to get rid of you, as they won't tolerate any small fry rocking the boat pointing out their shortcomings. I believe that having a good education is the only way to shield yourself from such miss treatment, as it's the one thing people respect when it comes to the workplace. 🌹 Keep up the good work your doing great...😉

[@sureshm1910]

Your inputs and tips are highly valued and valuable for day in day out work...

[@dshavatt8590]

I loved, please elaborate. It is brilliant! (See what I did there?) 😉

[@hafizqarimudassarhussainhu6967]

Lecture is amazing and I really learned & enjoyed....Thank you so much.

[@YathieshHS]

With half a million subscribers i still feel she is the most underrated youtuber, she deserves so much more...

[@Edale0987]

I ve been using your technique and my department is finally follow’n my ideas and suggestion, from a 70% I was able to turn it around and we r at 98% productivity… thank u !!!

[@neeraj5732]

How can I address the knowledge ,fluceny in English language speaking in a smooth manner by you without taking any undiserable pauses while speaking ." my god." you , being erudite in language ,in that perception ,is a wonderful achievement in your life . Great ! Keep it up ! "I, neeraj ,am waiting for response "

[@manishmenghani4154]

I started to see your vedio from last two days I feel that you are simply great in your research about humanity in true leval

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you so much 😀

[@coolcalmnconfident]

Brilliant! I look forward to hear from you. Thank you Shadai.

[@AN-fu2op]

My favourite hack is the first one...This was one of the feedback I received years ago from one of my English language professors that it is your message and not your use of flowery language that matters the most! Thanks for this quick reminder, ma'am!

[@kartikdeore9577]

Brilliant explanation without any complications...........

[@ravindramore5108]

The way of putting all the things, simply awesome 🙂 thx for the information.

[@rajneellion]

I really liked the fact o using different words with the same meaning, this is has opened my view on how to communicate better

[@naniyass4882]

Hello. I was in a huge rush with my boss because unknown thies consept... Thank you. All clear now for me ❤️❤️💐💐💐💐

[@priyankar3532]

Man... all your hacks are best... special ones are instead of this.... use this..... this is the first video of yours I saw today. And already picked up your accent. U have such an influential accent. Very natural Very elegant and the flow is sweet. RIGHT ON ✅️

[@gayanmadushanka8831]

Thank you for your valuable content. I’m 32 yr old a medical professional in Sri Lanka. I have this bad behavioral trait, that when someone does a bad thing to me, I don’t show my true anger to them, instead I keep it my self and boils inside me. When my closed one asks why didn’t you shout at him, I always say, some reason like, it’s his first day, he may be having a bad day, or try to convince that we were wrong not that person. This issue most of the time made me played by parties I deal with. In addition, when one of my junior doctors do mistakes, I don’t scold them and I get the direct blame from my boss to myself makes my whole day a hell. In the end, most junior doctors tend to be careless at work and laugh at me saying that I’m going to be a soft senior in the future, and they don’t correct their mistakes too. My colleague, who is a more loud lady doctor, always controls her junior doctors well and gets credits from the boss very often. Sometimes I feel like this profession is a bad choice for my life but I simply keep on going because I need the money to survive. Is it because I lack confidence? Wish I could talk more with a non judgmental person like you.

[@gayanmadushanka8831]

Apologies for my lack of knowledge about new tech. I searched everywhere but couldn’t find ur telegram link or address

[@anusha2465]

Controlling your anger is a great. You don't have to change yourself however learn how to politely and assertive in communication

[@lystramitchell758]

I love this. I definitely subscribed. Where have you been all my life. Thank you!

[@ShadeZahrai]

Yay welcome to the family! Haha I’m happy we’re connected now 🙂 (PS- I share daily inspiration & tips on Insta too!)

[@shaheryarahmad4666]

Excellent...I'm also doing this, and now something new ..thanks

[@jojijacob7452]

Hi shade, just able to observe this video you shared, its fascinating and your elaborating way is just pleasing🥰

[@shahadat.hussain20]

I can relate to the 4th one… it raises our credibility by simply making smart vicab choices like explain vs elaborate. Thanks

[@saidfarid6382]

Hello Professor Thank you so much for your help and advice, I do appreciate your job. I wish you peace and happness under the sky of prosperity. All the best. Take care and have a good time. Your Student from Algeria.

[@areftayeb]

If we r going to simplify our language, I believe we r not going to say "modify, complication, or elaborate!". Letting our writing as we talk is really simplify our language. Words as change, issue, and example, will make more easier for the other people to understand. A lot of people don’t understand the suggestions words unfortunately. Finally I like how confident u r when u talk 😅

[@raisulislammayem1753]

you are my favourite therapist ever ( god bless you ) ❤

[@raibeckham6172]

Love the way you just explain this 😬Simply Brilliant Shadé Zahrai :))

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you! 🙂

[@sciencecosmos6931]

Thanks from my bottom of Heart shade mam you are a Life modifier😊👏👏 For me 🎉🎉🎉🙌🙌

[@Eric_4fun]

Let me be honest. I just like watching her when she talks. And the ideas she delivers are brilliant.

[@bradleysica5640]

Thanks for being my personal advisor. Brad Sica (Maine's premier motivational speaker)

[@san22raman]

Thank you so much for this. My favourite is #2, “Boil it down to a single point”

[@natraj6120]

Thanks shade I follow up on you regularly. You are really a good mentor. I am working in IT Industry from past 10 yrs and ppl say my vocabulary is articulate but I always keep saying to myself that I shud be humble and easily approachable by others. I love to learn a lot from you. Surprisingly I tend to use at my work for many of the words replacement mentioned here 🙏

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

🥰🤗🥰🤗

[@chauhanmayurs]

I totally agree with you and follow the same approach. However in corporate world heavy words and showing off by using complex sentence makes a difference.

[@rajsanfrancisco5074]

You are just killing it. I can't stop watching you and your videos. I wish I could like million times

[@nagarjunanagarajan9751]

Brilliant I feel confident watching your videos Shade 😎

[@CalmReflectionsHarmony24]

You are so confident I like the way you describe it directly download in the brain.. 🧠

[@sunshine-cv1zg]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻..... amazing info shade.all of points were on point.. ☺️👏🏻thnks 😍

[@OmarNaeemOwned]

Although your videos target more female professionals, i find your message to be so universal. The best hack amongst these four were boiling it down to a single point. Too often i find myself discussing a complication and end up going in circles because I dont narrow it down to a single point. Thanks Shade`

[@ShadeZahrai]

I'm so glad that this helped you have better insight and what to focus on improving. 👍🏽😊

[@jrnayak81]

Hi Shade, It's great to hear you for the first time ..the way you delivered the message was incredible !! Lovely & to the point .

[@sofiay5470]

Oh dear.. I was a victim of workplace emotional abuse by a team leader who underestimated my visible contribution. After one year of suffering I reported and things bow is better but my confidence to speak with confidence was affected due to the abuse I suffered from. I will definitely use your advices for the future

[@DrJayashreeRamana]

Loved your personality and your channel. You are truly 'smart' and charming❤❤

[@ahmed_og1]

She's so presentable in a brilliant way

[@khangembamkumar7274]

Extremely Simplified and Highly Inspiring, Thanks a lot, Ma'am 👍

[@sarasjain4868]

Always feel glad to see your content. Just keep adding the professional values into us.

[@ShadeZahrai]

Thank you!

[@E-SpeenCricket]

Strategy No.1 and No.3 is very effective as far as I believe strongly.

[@taqui06]

Thank you for this video.. yes, i feel stagnant in career. I hope this video will help me.

[@ShadeZahrai]

I hope these very simple tips can help!

[@mayukhghosh3520]

My favorite was Modify .. will give it a shot ..

[@vishalpardessi]

Suggestion: Could you share some of your academic experience and the challenges you faced working in a diverse group (Nationalities). I'm from India and studying in Estonia.

[@mu65sh65]

Every word you say really touches its meaning. You 've drawn a beaùtiful map for how to be smarter at work. Thanks alot.

[@vishalpardessi]

Thank you Shade, really appreciate your video. Look forward to more of such content.