I completely agree with your argument. When communicating with administration, faculty, staff, students, etc. you must communicate clearly and concisely. To inspire you must be able to communicate. Therefore, communication plays a key role in “effective” leadership. There are a number of leaders I can think of off the top of my head who are not true leaders because they are unable to communicate effectively. Therefore, I do not consider those people to be true “leaders”. Communication can help you not only get rewarded in your current position, but it can also lead to promotion. If you have outgrown the position you currently hold or there is another position you think is better suited for you, how can you get it? Well, first of all you have to communicate. Communication is the foundation. Communicate your desires and develop the skills and knowledge you already have