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As a general rule, assume clumsiness. Picture someone who is moving fast, trying to get a lot done, and not skilled at communicating perfectly. Assume they’re not a jerk. Overlook their inelegance.

Then, when it’s your turn to speak, address the real issue not the clumsiness.

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Don’t Let the Package Distract You from the Message - Peter Bregman - Harvard Business Review