Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire

August 21, 2025

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The Expert's Curse (And How To Break It)

Howdy ,

I once watched someone present a project proposal that would grow revenue for the organization.

As the presentation went on, his chances of getting a yes went down. Not because the idea was bad – it was genius.

But because he spoke in technical language to a business audience.

This is the expert's curse: The more you know, the harder it becomes to communicate with people who know less.

Experts communicate in their native language – jargon, technical terms, industry acronyms. But influence happens when you can translate expertise into language your audience understands.

The solution? The Bridge Principle.

Always ask yourself: "What bridge do I need to build between what I know and what they need to understand?"

For executives: Focus on business impact, not technical details. For teams: Focus on clear actions, not complex theory. For peers: Focus on mutual benefits, not individual wins.

Your expertise is your superpower. But only if others can access it.

The most successful professionals I know aren't necessarily the smartest – they're the ones who can make smart ideas feel simple and actionable.

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Building bridges with every conversation,

Keep winning at work and in life.

Tola Akinsulire

Your Strategic Workplace Mentor