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Growing as a Communicator: Style Assessment

Take our Communication Style Assessment to learn more about your communication strengths.

I know you believe you are clear. But how do you know?

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Communication Style Assessment

1. I enjoy sharing innovative ideas that inspire others.(Required)
2. I prioritize building trust and rapport with my team.(Required)
3. I rely on data and research to support my decisions.(Required)
4. I can easily adjust my communication style based on the audience.(Required)
5. I focus on actionable outcomes in every conversation.(Required)
6. I thrive in brainstorming sessions and strategic planning.(Required)
7. I often use personal stories to connect with others.(Required)
8. I excel at breaking down complex problems into manageable parts.(Required)
9. I thrive in fast-paced or unpredictable environments.(Required)
10. I prioritize efficiency and clarity in decision-making.(Required)
11. I focus on long-term goals rather than immediate details.(Required)
12. I value emotional intelligence in decision-making.(Required)
13. I prioritize clarity and logical flow in my communication.(Required)
14. I prefer flexibility in my plans to adapt to changing circumstances.(Required)
15. I enjoy creating step-by-step plans to achieve goals.(Required)
16. I prefer to motivate and energize rather than manage day-to-day operations.(Required)
17. I focus on team harmony and morale.(Required)
18. I often create detailed plans and processes to guide projects.(Required)
19. I enjoy working with diverse teams and perspectives.(Required)
20. I prefer practical solutions over theoretical discussions.(Required)
21. I frequently use metaphors or analogies to explain concepts.(Required)
22. I prefer collaborative discussions to formal presentations.(Required)
23. I focus on ensuring accuracy and precision in all communications.(Required)
24. I often modify my examples or tone to resonate with different groups.(Required)
25. I aim to address problems quickly and effectively.(Required)
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“Eventually, leadership comes with a microphone.“

– GAVIN ADAMS

Everybody can improve as a communicator.

I believe this is true. More than believe it, I know it, because I’ve trained dozens of communicators through the years.
 
Here’s the secret: Great communication is not found by replicating other great orators. You are not them, and they are not you.

The secret to great communication is maximizing your natural communicative style.

Every person has communication strengths and weaknesses. The best communicators study themselves to leverage their strengths and overcome their weaknesses.
 
It starts with knowing your style.

“Gavin is one of best at creating content and teaching others how to create compelling and clear communication. He coached our department heads through a communicator workshop and we all left feeling more equipped and empowered to in crafting messaging in our contexts..”

– Bryant Golden
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The 5 Communicator Types

Think of these as your leadership personality traits with a megaphone. Every leader tends to fall into one of these five styles. Which one sounds like you?

THE VISIONARY COMMUNICATOR

You’re the big-picture thinker who thrives on inspiring others. You’ve got ideas for days, metaphors that paint the future, and a knack for making people believe they can conquer the world.
 
  • Your Strength: Casting a compelling vision that motivates your team to dream bigger.
  • Your Challenge: Sometimes you get so caught up in the future that you forget the here-and-now. (Yes, someone still has to pay attention to the details.)
  • Pro Tip: Balance inspiration with actionable steps so your team knows how to bring your vision to life.

THE RELATIONAL COMMUNICATOR

People matter to you—more than strategies or spreadsheets. You build trust, foster connection, and know how to read a room like a pro.
 
  • Your Strength: Empathy. You make people feel heard, seen, and valued.
  • Your Challenge: You might shy away from delivering tough feedback or getting straight to the point.
  • Pro Tip: Practice pairing your natural compassion with clarity and directness when the situation calls for it.

THE ANALYTICAL COMMUNICATOR

Logic is your middle name. You thrive on data, structure, and making sure every T is crossed and I is dotted. When you speak, people know you’ve done your homework.
 
  • Your Strength: Clarity and precision. You simplify complexity and make the numbers make sense.
  • Your Challenge: You may come across as detached or too detail-focused, leaving others hungry for a bit more inspiration.
  • Pro Tip: Add a touch of storytelling to your presentations. Facts are more memorable when they have a heartbeat.

THE ADAPTIVE COMMUNICATOR

You’re a chameleon in the best way possible. Whether you’re in the boardroom, the breakroom, or a Zoom call with international clients, you adjust your style to fit the audience.
 
  • Your Strength: Flexibility. You can meet people where they are and connect on their level.
  • Your Challenge: All that adaptability can make your messaging feel inconsistent.
  • Pro Tip: Anchor your communication with one clear message or theme, no matter how you adjust your delivery.

THE PRAGMATIC COMMUNICATOR

You get stuff done. Your focus is on efficiency, results, and turning words into action.
 
  • Your Strength: Clear, actionable communication that leaves no room for ambiguity.
  • Your Challenge: You might come across as blunt or transactional, forgetting that people need connection, not just instructions.
  • Pro Tip: Slow down and build rapport—because getting things done often depends on the people doing them.

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About Me...

Hi. I'm Dr. Gavin Adams, an author, communicator, strategic consultant, and leadership coach helping leaders and pastors work on it, not just in it.

From the marketplace to ministry, I’ve spent my professional life pinpointing problems, innovating solutions, and implementing strategies.

After business school, I spent my first decade working as a strategist and change management consultant. 

During my 15-year ministry journey, I helped plant a church, revitalize a church, pastor a rapidly growing church, lead a mega-church, and lead a campus for a multi-site church.

My unique experiences give me an uncommon understanding of individual and organizational leadership.

I have an M.B.A. from Georgia State University and a Masters of Theology and Doctorate of Ministry from Liberty University.

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