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Do you get nervous when you talk to company executives? Sometimes just talking to your own boss can be nerve-racking, let alone talking to their boss. Don't fret! Discover the do's and don'ts of communicating with your company's top executives.

How to Communicate with Company Executives

How much time do you get to spend networking with company executives?

yes its a problem for me. I get nervous most of the time while talking to my company executives but it does not happen when I talk on call. I am better on call with my executives

Hi Emily!
Sorry it took me so long to get back to you! I know what you mean, sometimes it's much easier when you don't actually have to see their facial expressions when you're talking.

It takes some getting used to, but talking to them in person is a great way to get them to know who you are. Most people at my job find it funny that I consider myself a "closet introvert" because my job requires me to be quick and talk to people at all levels. Outgoing and just talking to people is not a natural tendency for me, I would prefer to sit back, take time to process, but I had to learn how to get out there. It makes me tired at the end of the day though. If you have a few friends try practicing and pretending they are company big-wigs. Another thing is to try to imagine it being just a casual conversation. If you stumble it's OK. I know a lot of company execs who are just as nervous as we are. :-)

Yeah, it happens. Try to make yourself comfortable & make eye contact for better response.

Making yourself comfortable is an excellent tip. So many people get nervous when they talk to company executives. I totally agree with the cliché that they put their pants on one leg at a time too, they are no different.

Here are three simple tips for communicating with executives:
1. Be Succinct. If they're asking a yes or no question – answer “Yes” or “No.” That may sound silly, but I see way too people rambling on with their answer.
2. Give Them Structure.
3. Be Human.