19 Those Annoying Speech Habits May Cost You

Innovation often flows from collaboration among people who have different views, backgrounds, and skill sets. Varied teams are more likely to come up with something new than a group of professionals with similar backgrounds. When people are able to get along, diversity can give rise to startling creativity. And it can be deeply satisfying when you’re part of a diverse team that clicks along.

But it’s not always easy to fit within a mixed team. One thing that can hold you back is a conversational style that other members find annoying.

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