Got some feedback from an interview that I came across "too scholarly", but not much else. How would you interpret this? And how would you avoid coming off that way?

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This means that you seemed competent, but not warm enough. They worry about your ability to build close relationships which is probably key to success in the role. When providing examples to behavioral questions you could highlight how you influenced others in a charming way (vs. through power or cunning). Also work on appearing relaxed and friendly with the interviewers.

Do you talk to people in an academic matter? I work with really smart people who communicate like everything is a written dissertation. It’s overkill and can come off condescending even if that’s not the intent.

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