Communication Style Audit

Assessment Tool

Evaluate your transatlantic communication effectiveness

Scenario 1: You're concluding a pitch to US investors. The lead partner says "This is interesting, but we need to think about it." Your response:

"Of course, I will send additional materials for your consideration"

"What specifically concerns you? I can address it now"

"Shall we schedule a follow-up call next week?"

Scenario 2: During a board presentation, a director asks a challenging question you don't immediately know how to answer. You:

Acknowledge it's a good question and offer to follow up with a detailed response

Think out loud, working through possible answers in real-time

Pivot to what you do know while noting you'll research that specific point

Scenario 3: You're presenting your strategy to a US audience. How do you begin?

With background context on your institution's history and European market position

With your key recommendation and the three reasons supporting it

With an overview of the agenda and what you'll cover

Scenario 4: A US counterpart interrupts you during a meeting to challenge your point. You:

Pause politely and let them finish, then continue your point

Engage immediately—interruption signals interest, not disrespect

Acknowledge their point and suggest returning to it after you finish

Scenario 5: You're asked to state your position on a controversial industry issue. You:

Present a balanced view that acknowledges multiple perspectives

State your clear position directly, then explain your reasoning

Ask for clarification on what specific aspect they're interested in

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