Every Friday Night on The Wave: The Art of Clear Communication
Every Friday Night on The Wave:
The Art of Clear Communication
With Ayomide Adekoya
23rd January 2026
Every Friday Night on The Wave (EFNO) continues to be a space where ideas meet people, and growth happens through honest conversations. On Friday, 23rd January 2026, the community gathered once again for a powerful session themed “The Art of Clear Communication.”
The session was led by Ayomide Adekoya, the first-ever speaker on EFNO: The Wave—marking a defining moment in the journey of the community.
Setting the Tone
The session opened warmly, with a simple but grounding welcome:
“Good evening everyone.
Welcome to Every Friday Night on The Wave.
I’m really happy you’re here.”
From the very beginning, it was clear this wouldn’t be a lecture—it was a conversation about something we all experience daily: communication.
Why Clear Communication Matters
Ayomide began by asking a question many could relate to:
Have you ever said something and later heard:
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“That’s not what I meant”
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“You didn’t explain well”
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“I misunderstood you”
These moments, she explained, are rarely about being bad at talking. Most times, they happen because the message wasn’t clear.
Clear communication, simply put, is saying something in a way people understand the first time.
And when communication isn’t clear, it often leads to:
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Arguments
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Stress
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Wasted time
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Broken relationships
But when communication is clear:
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People trust you
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People take you seriously
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Things move faster
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Life becomes easier
As Ayomide put it:
People don’t like confusion. They like clarity.
Where We Usually Get It Wrong
The session then explored common communication mistakes many people make without realizing it:
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Talking too much before getting to the point
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Assuming people already understand what we mean
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Mixing several ideas together
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Not considering who we are speaking to
One powerful reminder stood out:
Clear communication is not talking more.
It’s talking better.
How to Communicate Clearly (The Simple Way)
Ayomide shared practical, everyday steps anyone can apply immediately.
1. Know what you want to say
Before speaking, ask yourself:
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What is my main point?
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What do I want this person to understand or do?
If you’re confused, the listener will be too.
2. Think about who you’re talking to
You don’t speak to your:
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Friend
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Boss
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Team
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Community
the same way.
The message may be the same, but the delivery should change.
3. Keep it simple
Simple words are powerful.
If someone has to struggle to understand you, the message isn’t clear.
Communication Is Also Listening
One of the most important moments of the session was the reminder that communication isn’t only about speaking.
Clear communication also means:
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Listening
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Asking questions
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Letting people finish their thoughts
Sometimes, listening well is the clearest form of communication.
Practicing Clear Communication Daily
Ayomide ended with practical habits the community could carry into daily life:
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Pause before you speak
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Say your point clearly
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Ask: “Does this make sense?”
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Be open to correction
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Don’t be afraid to explain again
Clarity, she emphasized, is a skill—and it can be learned.
A Closing Reflection
She concluded with a message that stayed with many attendees:
“Your ideas are good.
Your thoughts matter.
But clarity is what helps people understand and connect with you.”
At The Wave, the goal is not just to talk—but to grow, communicate better, and move forward together.
Community, Leadership, and The Wave
The session was beautifully hosted by Milcah Afolabi, who guided the flow of the conversation with warmth and intention.
Paul Oluwatoyin, the Knowledge Bank Handle Lead, was invited by the host to speak on what Pengrad Wave represents and stands for, giving attending members deeper insight into the vision and values of the platform before the main session began.
The discussion was further enriched by community contributions, making the night a true reflection of collective learning rather than one-way teaching.
Looking Ahead
EFNO: The Wave is more than an event—it’s a growing community committed to clarity, growth, and meaningful conversations.
As always:
🌊 Thank you for being part of the Wave.
Let’s keep the conversation going.
