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  “Company vision” might be the fluffiest business term thrown around by nearly every business book and article, often used vaguely, without nuance or thoughtfulness. Yet despite its watered-down usage, “vision” is the most important information for us to communicate across a team . Research indicates that vision was ranked as the number one information people need to share in a team. Given its significance, how to best share a company vision within a team? Before we can answer that, we must start with what company vision exactly is and why it is important. What is company vision? A vision is a picture of a better place . You see this picture in your head: It is what you want the world to look like because your product or team exists. In many ways, your team’s vision is your opinion on how you think the world ought to be. A vision answers the question, “What world do you want to create?” Vision is often misconstrued with other business terms, like “mission,” “purpo...

In an age of hyper-connectivity and constant messaging, communication breakdowns remain surprisingly common. Often, it’s not poor vocabulary or faulty technology that blocks understanding—it’s our own minds. Psychological barriers are invisible filters shaped by emotions, attitudes, and mental states that subtly distort what we say and hear. These barriers don’t just affect individual relationships; they can ripple through teams, organizations, and even entire communities. Understanding these psychological obstacles is more important than ever, especially in an environment where hybrid work models, mental wellness, and emotional intelligence are taking center stage. Let’s explore the key psychological barriers to communication, real-world examples of their impact, and collaborative ways we can work through them together. Definition: Psychological Barriers Think back to a time when we learned a new skill quickly. Now, consider what was going on in our life at that time. Were we...