[Verse 1] Stand before the team, your vision crystal clear All-hands meetings where you cast away their fear Share the wins we've earned, address the truths that sting Communication is the crown that makes a CTO a king [Chorus] Talk it up, write it down, present with confidence Cross the lines, manage up, build your influence From the stage to the page, every word has weight Internal communication seals your leadership fate [Verse 2] Technical writing that flows like poetry RFCs that guide the way for all to see Company memos reaching every department door Clear and concise words that open every floor [Chorus] Talk it up, write it down, present with confidence Cross the lines, manage up, build your influence From the stage to the page, every word has weight Internal communication seals your leadership fate [Verse 3] Architecture reviews, defend your master plan Show them why your choices help the business span Sales and marketing, finance and legal too Cross-functional magic starts and ends with you [Bridge] When you manage up, bring solutions not complaints Keep the CEO informed of all constraints No authority? No problem, build your coalition Influence through persuasion is your mission [Verse 4] Organizational politics, yes you need this skill Navigate the currents, bend them to your will Build bridges with your peers across the company wide Let your communication be your trusted guide [Final Chorus] Talk it up, write it down, present with confidence Cross the lines, manage up, build your influence From the stage to the page, every word has weight Internal communication seals your leadership fate [Outro] Every conversation is a chance to lead the way Master communication and you'll win the day
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