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'Compassionate': Jacinda Ardern ranked world's most eloquent leader.
Professional development coaches compiled a list of the world's most eloquent leaders and Ardern topped the list after being praised for her empathy.
"Jacinda Ardern employs an empathetic leadership style. She challenges the common perception that emotional communication shows weakness, instead choosing to approach the public with softer touch," the Development Academy wrote.
"She has a measured and authoritative sincerity about her – she is kind and compassionate, without shying away from tough issues."
Three of the leaders named in the top five are women, with German Chancellor Angela Merkel named as the second most eloquent leader, ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in third place and Canada's Justin Trudeau, who was ranked fourth.
Scotland's Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon was ranked fifth, with praise for her response to the Covid-19 pandemic as well as her humour.
"Jacinda Ardern for example, is a sincere and compassionate speaker, while Nicola Sturgeon is very engaging while demonstrating empathy."
Although there are only around 10% of women in leadership roles worldwide, female leaders make up 50% of the top communicators."